Airbnb, a San Francisco based “community marketplace” for travelers has revolutionized the way people choose to stay during a business trip or vacation. The human aspect of the deal is probably what attracts most travelers who prefer to live like a local rather than a tourist. But is the company staying true to their original vision, of connecting private parties who want to rent out their homes with travelers who prefer to stay in a home or shared lodgings while traveling?

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