7 helpful tips when making an important booking decision!  I live in Airbnbs, permanently. I am quite surprised that Airbnb doesn’t have a member’s reward program. If they did, I would be double platinum status. That being said, I have probably lived in / booked / stayed in over 80 Airbnbs and vacation rentals in my lifetime and have spent as much time on that platform as a bride-to-be on Pinterest.  I know exactly what to look for when making a booking decision, long or short term. Here are some helpful tips on choosing the right Airbnb for your trip and ensuring that you encounter a pleasant stay, sans unpleasant surprises.  TIP #1: Don’t book places without speaking to the host first  Plenty of homeowners have joined the platform without a clue about how to host. They think it’s enough to just list an apartment in a decent location, get bookings, transfer keys and leave you alone. With 100% markups on almost all Airbnb listings these days, I expect a nice experience with...