Recording summary · September 2020
I got BANNED on AirBnb
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Overview
Airbnb disabled Daniel's account and cancelled an upcoming reservation with a full refund due to an unspecified terms of service violation without an option to appeal.
The loss of Airbnb access curtails Daniel's accommodation and travel vlogging opportunities, prompting plans to look for a regular apartment in the Netherlands rather than booking costly stays.
Daniel is on a third day of staying in a capsule hotel, showcasing the space's layout, adjustable lighting, storage, and personal belongings.
Themes
Notification and finality of Daniel's Airbnb account closure.
Difficulties and feasibility of creating a replacement Airbnb account using verified identification.
Frustrations regarding Airbnb host criticism and cleaning fees while paying for services.
Living conditions and tour inside the capsule hotel room.
Developments
Airbnb sends Daniel an email stating his account has been disabled for violating terms of service.
Airbnb cancels Daniel's pending booking and issues a full refund.
Uncertainties & gaps
The exact terms of service violation that prompted Airbnb to close Daniel's account.
Whether Daniel's legal name has been permanently blacklisted from opening another Airbnb account.
The reason why rinsing water repeatedly in the capsule hotel still left it looking brown.