Airbnb announced today that hosts in Pennsylvania’s ski communities are expected to welcome approximately 111,400 guest arrivals during the 2019 ski season, with local hosts expected to earn a total of approximately $12.7 million in supplemental income.

In addition, during President’s Day Weekend -- historically one of the busiest times of year for US ski communities -- communities across Pennsylvania, including Fairfield and Uniontown, could witness their biggest weekend for Airbnb ever. During President’s Day Weekend, Fairfield will see a 45-percent increase over last year; and in Uniontown, a 91-percent increase.

"As ski season kicks into high gear this President’s Day Weekend, home sharing is helping to bring critical tourism dollars into communities across Pennsylvania, benefiting residents and small businesses alike,” said Josh Meltzer, Head of Northeast Policy for Airbnb. “By offering more affordable accommodation options, Airbnb is not only helping more families spend a weekend away on the slopes, but also generating extra income for homeowners throughout the state."

Of the 111,400 Airbnb guests who will experience Pennsylvania this ski season, over one in four are families. The majority of guests are from New York, New Jersey as well as from other corners of the Keystone State. In total, guests are from 66 countries, all 50 US states and about 3,100 cities worldwide.

Approximately 2,300 Pennsylvania hosts will open their doors this ski season. 17 percent of these hosts are sharing their home for the first time; 56 percent are women and nearly one in five are seniors. The typical host will make $2,700 over the course of the season.

The top five most popular destination cities this ski season are Scranton, East Stroudsburg, Emerald Lakes, Tannersville and Albrightsville. The Poconos specifically have experienced a 179-percent increase in Airbnb guest arrivals.

Airbnb is also revealing its most popular listings across Pennsylvania for this ski season, including:

• Welcome Home Cabin in Pocono in Albrightsville
• Cozy and Convenient Carriage House in Hollidaysburg
• Midcentury Cottage in Mount Pocono in Long Pond
• The Norwegian Cottage in the Poconos in Barrett Township
• Amazing view of Elk Mountain in Union Dale
• Indian Lake Luxury (lakefront) in Central City
• Cabin in the Woods Seven Springs in Champion
• The Rexford Cabin in Wellsboro
• Magical Sunsets, Lakefront Cottage ?ski resort in Cambridge Springs
• Charming Farmhouse/Homestead in Danielsville

Around the world, the average host can earn over $3,500 by opening up their home during the 2019 ski season on Airbnb, and cumulatively, hosts in top ski markets are on track to earn over $315 million through April.

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