Airbnb extends worldwide party ban until end of summer

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Airbnb has extended a ban on house parties until at least the end of summer despite easing Covid restrictions in some countries.

Occupancy will remain limited to 16 people, with a few exceptions for some venues.

The firm said in a statement that the indefinite ban, which was first introduced in August 2020, is “in the best interests of public health”.

It also said that the policy had also proven popular with hosts.

The firm says it will pursue