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Introducing BeeCommunity đ Travel is better when it's human. Not transactional, not anonymous â but real, intentional, and built on genuine connection. That's always been the StayingBee way. And now, we're opening that up to everyone. Introducing BeeCommunity. What is BeeCommunity? đ BeeCommunityâŚ
Since we started StayingBee, one of the most common questions we've been asked is: Can I join without being part of an existing community? For a while, the answer was no â simply because our platform is built on community networks. That shared thread of trust is what connects our users. With BeeComâŚ
Community-based travel is one of the most rewarding ways to see the world. Not only do you get to experience a new place, but you get to step into someone else's world while doing it. You get to live in their neighbourhood, understand their routines, explore their favourite spots, and see the worldâŚ
How our Story Began âStayingBee started with a simple frustrationâI couldnât find a safe, affordable place to stay while traveling, even though I knew AIESECers in most cities. Thatâs when the hive idea hit me.â â Kelvin Chikezie, Founder of StayingBee That âhive ideaâ is now StayingBee â a communiâŚ
When Andra Enache first came across StayingBee via LinkedIn, the concept immediately caught her attention. As someone who has lived in Romania, Italy, Costa Rica, and now London, Andra knows better than most what it means to build a home somewhere new. For her, home isn't defined by four walls â it'âŚ
Pat Michelena doesn't call any one place home. Originally from Caracas, Venezuela, she's lived in Canada, the Netherlands, Australia, and the Philippines. For the past three years, she's been working and traveling full-time. The world, she says, is her home. As one of the co-founders of StayingBee,âŚ
StayingBee was built on a simple belief: community travel is better when it's personal. We spoke with five real members of our community â hosts and guests from Berlin to Barcelona, Vienna to Paris â and asked them about their StayingBee experiences. Though their stories were all different, their anâŚ
Welcome to StayingBee. For those that are new to the platform, we wanted to put together a community showcase so you get a feel of what community-based travel and how you can get involved. Community-based travel involves staying with actual members of your given community. You stay in their home, yâŚ
Alex Cabon describes himself as "international to the core". With a Brazilian and French background, he's traveled to 50 countries for coaching, training, and speaking. But more than that, he's a people-person who views humanity as one family of eight billionâstill figuring out how to live together.âŚ
A problem hiding in plain sight. Behind the closed doors of apartment buildings across the world, short-term rental properties are quietly displacing locals and disrupting housing markets. For travelers and property owners, short-term rentals are a win-winâunique stays and a reliable source of incomâŚ
When Toma Molerov first heard about StayingBee at an AIESEC conference in Budapest, he was intrigued. As a self-described global citizen who's lived everywhere from Bulgaria to Germany to Malaysia, he knows what it's like to build a home and find comfort in unfamiliar places. Getting the chance to oâŚ
Life after Erasmus hits hard. For the first, and maybe the only, time in your life you were able to be independent, navigate a new country, and build a circle of friends from scratch, all at the same time. You had the freedom to explore, experiment, and adapt while surrounded by people doing the exaâŚ
Traveling With Built-In Support Traveling to a new city, especially for the first time, can feel intimidating. Language barriers, unfamiliar social norms, and not knowing anyone can make the idea less exciting than it should be. A community-based stay with StayingBee offers a different starting poinâŚ
Meet Julia, an AIESEC alumna, entrepreneur, startup consultant, and the first StayingBee host in Barcelona. We spoke with Julia about what âhomeâ means to her, why she decided to open her doors to the StayingBee community, and what she gained from her first hosting experience. From sharing traditioâŚ
Not all international travel is for leisure. While that may seem obvious, itâs easy to forget when boarding a flight to your beach holiday that many of our fellow passengers arenât going on holiday at all. People travel for work-related reasons such as internships, exchanges, remote roles, temporaryâŚ
We spoke with Ferenc, a Budapest-born Masterâs student, AIESEC alumnus, and seasoned solo traveler, who shares why StayingBeeâs community-driven verified platform is perfect for independent travelers seeking freedom, connection, and peace of mind while traveling. Who are you, and what kind of traveâŚ
Community-Driven Travel Is About More Than Where You Stay Community-driven travel is about more than where you stay. Itâs who you meet, where you go, and what you experience that makes it memorable. For platforms built on trust, shared values, and human connection, the tools people use to facilitateâŚ
A Simple Host Checklist for Getting Started on StayingBee Hosting on StayingBee is about more than offering a spare room. Itâs about welcoming someone from your community into your home and city, and creating a space that feels safe, comfortable, and supportive. Whether youâre thinking about hostinâŚ
What comes to mind when you first think of Barcelona? Sunny beaches, scorching heat, late-night tapas and laughter, bright-coloured tiles and façades all fighting for your attention? Barcelona overwhelms the senses â in the best way possible. In February, that feeling remains, just dialed down fromâŚ
Kelvin, the CEO and one of the co-founders of StayingBee, set himself a challenge: 2 weeks, 5 European cities, âŹ295 to spend on accommodation. In April, he put StayingBee to the test with a stop in Bucharest, Romaniaâs historic capital. What followed was an experience that perfectly captures what stâŚ
We spoke with Jayani, a Berlin-based StayingBee host, about her first hosting experience. She shares how trust and community gave her the confidence to open her home, and how hosting through StayingBee has inspired her future travel plans. Introduce yourself and tell us about how you heard about SâŚ
Weâre excited to share that StayingBee has officially partnered with AIESEC International to bring the StayingBee experience to over 2 million AIESEC members, alumni and exchange participants worldwide, as they live, work, and travel abroad. A partnership close to our hearts This partnership is closâŚ
New to StayingBee and curious about how communities work on the platform? Youâve come to the right place! Community is at the heart of our hive on StayingBee. Our accommodation sharing platform connects members of existing communities worldwide, letting them host and book stays with people they alrâŚ
We are excited to share that StayingBee has been granted Business Finlandâs TEMPO funding to drive our international expansion. StayingBee is answering the call to creating a path towards meaningful, human travel with our community-based accommodation sharing platform. Providing safe, affordable stâŚ
Why trust matters when sharing your home Home is your safe space. Itâs where you can unwind, feel safe, and be your most authentic self. We understand that opening your home to someone new, or stepping into someone elseâs requires a level of trust that goes beyond a typical hotel stay. Trust playâŚ
You may be curious about joining StayingBee. Maybe youâve seen us on social media, heard about us through your community, or came across our platform while planning your next trip. But you may still be wondering: is this platform for me? While StayingBee is open to anyone who wants to experience tâŚ
As we enter 2026, weâre reflecting on what we built over the past year and the moments that defined us in 2025. Our first year has been a mix of trial-and-error teachings, major milestones, small wins, significant partnerships, and customer success stories. More importantly, this past year has beenâŚ
Hey Hosts đ weâre sure you get a ton of messages from guests to book your space. But have you ever received a message from a guest asking to book from outside the platform? If youâve felt tempted to follow through, donât! Thereâs a few things you should know before you consider accepting such reqâŚ
Pat, a co-founder of StayingBee tested out the platform herself, with a short-stay in Helsinki. Read about her experience and see how using StayingBee can enhance your next trip⨠Last July, I spent some time traveling across Europe and as a last-minute decision, decided to try out StayingBee with aâŚ
We are excited to announce the launch of a dedicated accommodation-sharing platform for the CEMS community, powered by StayingBee, offering a community-based accommodation experience for CEMS students and alumni worldwide. CEMS â the Global Alliance in Management Education â brings together leadingâŚ
Introducing BeeCoin, StayingBeeâs newest virtual reward system available for all users! Learn more about BeeCoin, how to earn it, how to use it on the platform and find out about our special offer! How Does It Work? BeeCoin is a virtual credit that users can accumulate and redeem on StayingBeeâs plâŚ
Hey Bees, great news đ Our mobile app has officially launched â making your bookings, chats, and travel smoother and more connected than ever. Keep your StayingBee profile right at your fingertips and browse listings from anywhere. Perfect for when travel inspo strikes or when youâre sorting out thâŚ
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