Confessions of a Host

Thinking about getting into Airbnb cohosting in 2026? In this episode of Confessions of a Host, we’re talking about how we got started in cohosting, how we landed our first clients, and what helped us grow our businesses in the short-term rental industry.We share practical advice for new cohosts, ways to stand out when starting from zero, how to build trust with owners, and the strategies that helped us get our names out there early on. Whether you’re looking to start cohosting as a side hustle or build a full-time business, this episode is full of real experiences and actionable tips for getting started in 2026.If you are interested in cohosting and have questions, feel free to send us a DM on:instagram.com/confessionsofahostJoin Airbnb's Cohosting Network:https://www.airbnb.com/e/local-partners

AI is everywhere right now—but how are hosts actually using it in their day-to-day operations?In this episode of Confessions of a Host, we sit down with Alex Bykov, the cofounder of The Orange Cabins to break down how he’s using AI to run and streamline his short-term rental business. From guest communication to automation and systems, we’re talking about what’s actually working, what’s not, and where AI is making the biggest impact.If you’ve been curious about how to start using AI—or wondering if you’re falling behind—this episode will give you a real, practical look at what’s possible.Follow us on:⁠Instagram.com/confessionsofahost⁠Ask Alex about AI:[email protected]

Let’s be honest… most hosts and business owners hit a point where doing everything themselves starts holding them back.In this episode, we sit down with Blendi Muriqi, Founder & CEO of Delegate.co, to talk about scaling smarter—not harder.We get into remote teams, systems, and the real reason so many people struggle to grow: they don’t delegate soon enough.If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed or stuck, this conversation might be the shift you need.Follow us on:Instagram.com/confessionsofahost.podcastBlendi Muriqi on Instagram:instagram.com/_thedelegatedudeCheck out Delegate.co

This podcast breaks down the real mistakes that cost short-term rental operators time, money, and sanity.From hiring the wrong photographers and taking on bad owners, to weak contracts, poor systems, and relying too heavily on platforms like Airbnb, we cover the lessons most people learn the hard way.If you're building or scaling a property management business, this is where you learn how to protect your time, your team, and your brand before small mistakes turn into expensive problems.Follow us on Instagram: https://instagram.com/confessionsofahost.podcasthttps://instagram.com/hostwithmariamhttps://instagram.com/nataliebykov

Welcome to our very first episode! We’re getting real about how it all started! We’re Natalie and Mariam: moms, business owners, and operators managing a combined portfolio of short-term rentals and this is the behind-the-scenes version of hosting no one talks about. We break down how we each got into the industry, the messy middle between “this could be something” and actually building a business, and the moments that forced us to level up fast. No fluff, no highlight reel, just the real decisions, risks, and mistakes that got us here. If you’ve ever thought about getting into Airbnb, scaling a cohosting business, or just want to hear what actually happens behind the bookings… this is where it starts.Follow us on Instagram: https://instagram.com/confessionsofahost.podcasthttps://instagram.com/hostwithmariamhttps://instagram.com/nataliebykov