How the Sharing Economy is Transforming Travel
Do you like to Travel? Probably the answer is yes.
So, tell us — how the sharing economy is transforming travel for you?
In reality, all segments of the Travel industry have adapted, digital features, adopting business models, and even acquiring some of the sharing-economy companies, such as Avis buying Zipcar in 2013.
The idea of this new economy is having access over ownership to be able to travel paying or saving money, often at the cost of relationships and community-building.
The sharing economy will reach millions of users by 2021 according to emarketer.com, led by Airbnb and Uber.
Tell us have you used one of the platform services above and/or below or other. Share with us and down the names.
CouchSurfing — An international network that connects travelers with free accommodations offered by locals in over 230 countries. ‘There’s no better way to immerse yourself in the local culture than to stay with a friendly local’.
Airbnb — the leading a fee-based service that connects people who have space to share with travelers looking for lodging, all over the world. Also check out similar services iStopOver, Roomorama, and Tripping. ‘Save a ton of money and connect to the local scene through these peer to peer lodging sites’.
Park at my House — Provides affordable and fine-free parking by enabling property-owners to rent out their empty driveways, garages, and car parks to drivers needing somewhere to park.
Your Parking Space — Your Parking Space provides an online service for people to rent out their garage, parking space or driveways.
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‘We Care — We Share’ essay (New Project)
Every month, I pick questions from readers and answer it as honestly and helpfully as I can.
Want to ask me something?
Send it to this link We Care — We Share’ essay. I’ll copy and paste your question but keep your name anonymous. Please note that I will only discuss all stuffs connected to the new sharing and collaborative economy.
by Greicy KS
