airbnb in cuba

Brand Cuba: What’s Behind Fathom’s Tie-up With Airbnb

August 10, 2016August 10, 2016 by Simons Chase

Last week, Carnival Cruise’s Fathom brand announced a partnership with Airbnb to attract new customers by offering a cruise discount in exchange for becoming a new Airbnb host. Airbnb’s tie up with Fathom, a cruise brand focused on the experiencial/social impact aspect of travel, makes perfect sense in a travel world burdened by commoditization and … Read more

Airbnb Gains Broader Authority in Cuba Thanks to Obama

March 21, 2016March 20, 2016 by Cuba Journal

Today, Airbnb was granted authorization to expand its digital lodging service to travelers from around the world. Airbnb was open only to those Americans traveling on the existing government-sanctioned categories for travel to Cuba. With 4,000 listing in less than twelve months, Cuba is the company’s fastest growing market in the world. Marriott International announced … Read more