Why ‘Bleisure’ Travel Gives Short-Term Rentals Like Airbnb A Boost Over Hotels
A sign indicating the availability of a home to rent stands outside a building in Philadelphia, Wednesday, June 22, 2022. Remote working has led to so-called “bleisure” travel, where employees mix work and leisure on the same trip. This trend appears to be affecting the lodging industry, with demand for short-term rentals such as Airbnb outpacing that for hotels. With more and more travelers working on vacation — and extending their trips to do so — they’re looking for the amenities short-term rentals provide. AP photo
Remote and hybrid work has affected many industries, from commercial real estate to downtown restaurants. And it has impacted how many workers, unfettered by office…


