Airbnb’s latest update transforms the way you travel by bundling hotel-like services, immersive local experiences, and a streamlined app design into one seamless platform. It’s all part of the 2025 Summer Release, and it promises to turn ordinary bookings into full-service adventures.
The headline feature is Airbnb Services. Now you can hire personal chefs to craft gourmet meals in your rental, book licensed massage therapists for post-travel unwinding, or schedule fitness trainers to keep up your workout routine.
With ten service categories across more than 250 cities, even budget-friendly options under $50 are available. Every provider undergoes strict vetting, so you can expect top professionalism and at least a decade of experience in their field.
Airbnb Experiences also get a vibrant makeover. Beyond standard city tours, you can learn traditional dance from local experts or try hands-on crafts with artisans. A new Explore tab curates the best picks by location, making it easier to find off-beat cooking classes, eco-friendly adventures, or private walking tours led by residents who know the hidden gems.
The redesigned app ties everything together into a unified travel hub. A dedicated Trips tab lays out your full itinerary, blending lodging, services, and experiences in one view. Messaging now supports photo and video sharing, so you can preview your lunch spread or confirm meeting spots with your guide.
Hosts benefit from an upgraded reservations dashboard featuring an hourly calendar view and simplified listing management tools.
This update matters because it blurs the line between traditional hotels and home rentals. Airbnb is meeting modern travelers’ desire for convenience, personalization, and authenticity. You’re not just booking a place to stay. You’re curating a fully tailored travel experience without hopping between multiple apps.
As Airbnb CEO Brian Chesky explains, “With the launch of services and experiences, we’re changing travel again. Now you can Airbnb more than an Airbnb.” That quote captures the human element driving this shift—an ambition to reinvent how we journey and connect with places and people.
Whether you’re craving a private yoga session at sunrise or a behind-the-scenes tour of a historic neighborhood, it’s all a tap away. For hosts, new income streams await in service bookings and enhanced guest engagement. For guests, it means unlocking local perks and forging authentic connections that hotel stays alone can’t match.
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