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Airbnb Offers Airport Pickups in 125 Cities Worldwide
31 Mar
Summary
- Airbnb partners with Welcome Pickups for global airport transfers.
- Service is available in 125 cities across Asia, Europe, and Latin America.
- New offering integrates directly into the Airbnb app for bookings.
Airbnb Inc. has launched a new private car pickup service in 125 cities outside the U.S., marking a significant expansion of its non-lodging offerings. This initiative, a collaboration with UK-based Welcome Pickups, is now available in cities across Asia, Europe, and Latin America, including popular destinations like Paris and Mexico City. Travelers can arrange for airport transfers directly within the Airbnb app, with an option for a meet-and-greet service upon arrival.
The airport pickup feature is the latest addition to Airbnb's growing 'Services' category, which already includes a la carte bookings for meals, massages, and other personal appointments. CEO Brian Chesky envisions these services, alongside the 'Experiences' business, contributing significantly to annual revenue. While the company has seen success in pilot programs and is testing other services like grocery stocking with Instacart, it acknowledges that these new ventures may take years to become a substantial part of Airbnb's overall business.
