Airbnb Experiences The New Trend in Travel Tours

Airbnb created a concept several years ago to connect tourists with local tour guides that allow for a more authentic experience. On my recent vacations to Buenos Aires and Rio de Janeiro, I booked nine AirBNB experiences, read about seven of them (unfortunately I overbooked, Lol).

Airbnb Experience Benefits

Airbnb experiences are the best way to tour, even your own town/city for several reasons: authentic experience – learn and do, personal space such as home and car, friends,

• Small-Group Size – Most tours host on average 10 tourist and often times you will end up as the only one. I did, which was a major perk!
• Multi-Lingual Host – Most hosts are multi-lingual and can offer most tours in any language, of course, the host country is the primary.
• Great Price and Value – The tour rates are dirt cheap especially if you are traveling to a country with a lower GDP. All of my walking tours were less than $30 for two hours, 1:1, and lead by a local resident. Half the price of traditional tours and you will probably be on a bus. Just saying
• Contributing the Local Economy – This is my favorite part. Your tour fee goes directly to a host which is in most cases, a local resident. I’m not discouraging big business however, look out for the small buy as well. The ratings and reviews are what helps individuals grow their tours, making it a career and a way of life.

Airbnb Experiences – Buenos Aires, Argentina

Buenos Aires Walking Tour with Debbie

Airbnb Experience Link: https://www.airbnb.com/experiences/867288

Debbie will coordinate a mutual meeting place. While learning the history of Buenos Aires, you will indulge in assorted Empanadas and frozen yogurt. Over two days, we visited five neighborhoods, four hours of touring for less than $50USD. Follow her on Instagram at @debbieandfaride

Tango and Asado with Ela and Hernan

Airbnb Experience Link: https://www.airbnb.com/experiences/911836

When you arrive, Ela and Hernan will greet you with a warm welcome and the perfect bottle of wine. Ela walks you through the basic eight and Hernan teaches you the art of connecting with your partner. After about and hour Hernan will disappear to the rooftop to get the Asado started.

Buenos Aires Nightlife Tour with Debbie

Airbnb Experience Link: https://www.airbnb.com/experiences/915746

Once again, Debbie will come through for you, even after dark. She will pick a bar and nightclub to dance the night away. Be ready to sweat, dance, drink Fernet and Coke, and fist pump to the best techno music. The awesome part about this tour is the Buenos Aires is safe and Debbie will make sure you get home safely, making is a wonderful trip for party animals.

Airbnb Experiences – Rio De Janeiro, Brazil

Rio Highlights Tour

Airbnb Experience Link: https://www.airbnb.com/experiences/52520

This is the best tour and value. Seven hours, skip lines for the best five tour stops in Rio. Sugarloaf Mountain, Christ the Redeemer, Santa Teresa, Lapa, Celeron Steps, and $2USD 20oz Caipirinhas. This tour will not disappoint. It was the largest tour (approx 12) very organized, hosted by Leandro, delivered in English, Spanish, and Portuguese. Very convenient pickup and great customer service.

Little Africa Walking Tour

Airbnb Link: https://www.airbnb.com/experiences/28733

Luana and I strolled the streets of Little Africa as she immersed the journey of our ancestors. She will meet you at a central location and completely blow your mind for two hours. Read the full post here.

Feijoada and Caipirinhas with Paulo

Airbnb Link: https://www.airbnb.com/experiences/343076

For a true culinary and historical dive into Afro-Brazilian history, Feijoada with Paulo is a tour you don’t want to miss. He will meet you for a short walking tour then back to his home for an authentic hands-on experience in preparing Feijoada. You will see Paulo’s passion for arts and how much he enjoys sharing the Brazilian culture.

Secluded Beaches with Carlos

Airbnb Link: https: https://www.airbnb.com/experiences/122325

Carlos will pick you up from your hotel and whisk you away to Prainha Beach, and hike for about 30 minutes to access the secret beach, Praia do Secreto. If the waves are too high, Carlos will compensate by taking you to another beach. My favorite was the Classico Beach Club. Delicious drink and food, few tourist, amazing views. Follow him at @carlosairestourguide

Airbnb has created a great way to gain authentic experiences in a most authentic way. Please consider an Airbnb experience for your next local outing or vacation.