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Notes on booking direct

Plain guides for travellers and owners: what Airbnb and Booking.com really cost, how to book a holiday home in Italy safely, and the rules owners need to know.

For travellers

13 Oct3 min

Airbnb fees in 2026: what guests actually pay

22 Sept3 min

How to book a holiday home in Italy directly from the owner, safely

1 Sept2 min

Airbnb vs Booking.com for a holiday home in Italy: a guest's view

For owners

6 Oct4 min

Direct bookings for your holiday home: a practical guide for owners

29 Sept3 min

Booking.com commission for owners in Italy: what it really costs

15 Sept3 min

The CIN code for short-term rentals in Italy: what it is, where to show it, the fines

Italiando vs the platforms

An honest side-by-side of fees, payments and reach, for guests and for owners.

Italiando vs Airbnb Italiando vs Booking.com Italiando vs Vrbo