How the Sharing Economy Is Reinventing Business Travel

Up until recently, business travel was considered to be the realm of traditional travel companies. Sharing economy startups, seemingly catering to the leisure side of the market, were not privy to this targeted but lucrative segment. The status quo is bound to change, however, as business travelers vote with their feet and shift their travel patterns.

Uber – the Sky’s the Limit

The news about Uber’s successful financing round and its skyrocketing  $17 Billion valuation exploded in the media a few days ago. The company made the announcement on its blog only four years after launching its operations in San Francisco. With this financial boost, it seems that the sky’s the limit for Uber. Literally.

Airbnb CEO Brian Chesky and San Francisco Supervisor David Chiu to Speak at an Inaugural Sharing Economy Conference

Peers, the organization advocating the sharing economy, announced earlier this week an impressive lineup of speakers for its inaugural conference. Titled SHARE: Catalyzing the Sharing Economy, the event is the first of its kind in the U.S. and will bring together government officials, sharing economy startups, non-profits and the group’s members to discuss solutions for the future of the new economy.

Airbnb Goes Mainstream, Unlocks a New World of Shared Travel

Airbnb, the major website for short-term rental accommodation, has revolutionized the way we travel. Now larger than some of the biggest international hotel chains, it has inspired many travelers and other companies to join the growing travel sharing economy. A whole new way to travel has emerged and spread accross all sectors – accommodation, transportation, dining and destination experiences.

Overcoming Your Fear of Sharing: What You Need To Know About Trust and Safety

Sharing could be very fulfilling and even contagious but taking the first step might be hard.  Learning about the many trust and safety options can make it easier to overcome your anxieties.