Airbnb is a popular online platform that allows people to list, explore, and reserve distinctive accommodations worldwide. Initially met with skepticism, the founders Brian Chesky, Nathan Blecharczyk, and Joe Gebbia successfully persuaded individuals to rent rooms in unfamiliar homes through the internet. Now, with an impressive community of over 40 million guests and a staggering 1.5 million listings across the globe, Airbnb provides more lodging options than any traditional hotel.