![]() "99.9 per cent of our guests are from overseas. His kunekune pigs have become internet famous, hosting up to 800 visitors at a time on video calls. Over the past three years the ex-banker has guided 11,000 visitors from 32 different countries through his small holding in the central North Island. Slap in the middle of the region's best cellar doors, visitors are spoilt for choice.įinally the 'Best Experience' was won by Arthur Chin in Palmerston North, for his "Virtual Farm Tour". Photo: SuppliedThe best bnbs in New Zealandīest New Host, which is awarded to the top ranking holiday house listed in the past year, went to Becs McCarthy for her Stables Cottage in Kumeu. The Rotorua listing from Susan Taylor, who was named Airbnb Host of the Year 2022. "It's come as a complete surprise, we're really delighted." It's been a great way to "meet some really neat people and feel like you're travelling, even when you're not". While there has been a recent trend for more hands-off hosting and guests seeing little more of their hosts than a key lock box, many travellers now appreciate the welcome and local knowledge of a host that lives on site. "Are they someone who's come looking for adrenaline sports, or do they just want to chill out? Are they looking for suggestions or some personal space?" ![]() When asked if she had any advice to other hosts she says: "pick up on your guests' cues' and don't feel pressured to impress. Inspired by her own travels she feels the best hosts are relaxed and on hand with local knowledge, but have a light touch. She has hosted mostly New Zealanders since an American family took shelter with her during the National lockdown in March 2020, but the make up of guests is back to about 80 per cent international visitors. Photo: SuppliedShe says the project started as a hobby, and takes a very easy going approach to hosting guests. Susan Taylor started an Airbnb five years ago as a hobby.
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