In recent years, the rise of Airbnb
and vacation rentals has provided a much needed boost in short-term
guest accommodation given the limited number of hotel rooms
presently available in Bermuda. Now individuals can directly
support the island's tourism industry by transforming their
homes, apartments or spare bedrooms into sources of income for
visitors to stay in. However, amidst the allure of extra income and
cultural exchange, hosts often find themselves navigating a web of
regulations and liabilities. As the popularity of short-term
rentals continues to increase, the Bermuda Government is adjusting
the regulation of this growing sector, while hosts may be exposed
to legal and financial risks.