In Conversation with Alex & Lisa
When Newport-based Superhosts, Alex and Lisa decided to open up a spare room in their Victorian townhouse to guests, they were excited about meeting new people, and quickly found that hosting enriched their family life.
When Newport-based Superhosts, Alex and Lisa decided to openup a spare room in their Victorian townhouse to guests, they were excited about meeting new people, and quickly found that hosting enriched their family life.
“We started hosting because we had the space and always loved the idea of the hosting lifestyle. The guests that we've had have been really interesting, really friendly.”
“We started hosting because we had the space and always loved the idea of the hosting lifestyle. The guests that we've had have been really interesting, really friendly.”
Guests appreciate the inviting atmosphere where they can interact with Alex, Lisa and their son Barney. The private room, complete with a study and garden access means guests can experience vibrant family life while having their own space.
Guests appreciate the inviting atmosphere where they can interact with Alex, Lisa and their son Barney. The private room, complete with a study and garden access means guests can experience vibrant family life while having their own space.
“Hosting has brought us so many wonderful guests from different parts of the world. They love the mix of privacy and being part of a bustling family home.”
Alex and Lisa are passionate about supporting their local community. They take pride in guiding their guests to local shops, restaurants, and attractions, helping guests to experience the best of Newport and contribute to the local economy.
“Hosting benefits our community because the people that come to stay with us want to explore our local area. We love directing guests to local businesses and seeing them enjoy the unique offerings of Newport.”
Hosting on Airbnb not only allows Alex and Lisa to meet guests from around the world, but the extra earnings mean they can cover unexpected household expenses, and save for memorable family holidays.
“If we didn't have those extra earnings, we'd have to find different ways to save for those special moments like holidays and cover unexpected costs like when our boiler stopped working."
The idea of restrictive short-term lets regulations is troubling for Alex and Lisa. These rules could limit their ability to host, affecting their family income and the businesses that benefit from their guests.
Read more here about Airbnb’s support of new, modern rules for short-term lets.