They Booked an Airbnb Ahead of the World Cup. Can a Host Demand They Pay More?

NYT Business Thursday 18 June 2026, 09:01 UTC By Seth Kugel 1 min read

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A family booked early for a big soccer trip to Southern California, then a new host suddenly raised the price. Why did Airbnb leave them in the lurch?

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