How to prepare your apartment for MIPIM?

Every year, Cannes hosts the International Real Estate Market. From March 13 to 16, 2018, nearly 25,000 people from all over the world will attend MIPIM. Upon arriving in Cannes, these business travelers will all be looking for accommodation for these 4 days. Your Airbnb concierge service offers tips on how to prepare your apartment for the influx of travelers brought by MIPIM.

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What is MIPIM?

‍A massive trade show, the International Real Estate Market has been around for 20 years and brings together 20,000 people every year! Companies from all over the world come to present their projects and innovations to attract real estate investors. What is it, exactly? Your Airbnb concierge will give you a simple example: last year, the "Paris 2024, Candidate City" booth generated a lot of buzz. At that time, the city of Paris was bidding for the 2024 Olympics and was looking for private funding to carry out its project: the construction of two villages (athletes and media) and an aquatic center. In the end, the majority of the project was financed by private investors.

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Why should you be interested in this event?

‍This type of event is a godsend for all local property owners. The city of Cannes will see a significant number of business travelers, and they will all be looking for an Airbnb. Now is the time to highlight your apartment for short-term rental.

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Tips and tricks

Build loyalty with corporate clients

‍Your concierge service has listed all the little things that will make a difference for your rental. While companies usually book hotel rooms for their employees, more and more firms are turning to short-term rentals. Turn this situation to your advantage! Companies that are satisfied with your apartment will come back to you to rent your property, becoming serious and loyal clients.

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Equip your property appropriately

It is essential that the apartment is fully equipped. To keep up with news channels or simply to relax after a long day of work, having a properly functioning television is essential for business travelers. Business travelers will need to work, check their emails, etc., so providing Wi-Fi is vital. They likely won't have time to cook meals that require hours of preparation, but they will need a microwave, a kettle, and a coffee machine.

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These travelers need to look sharp, so they will likely need to clean their shirts. It is therefore extremely important to have a washing machine and to provide hangers and an iron (along with an ironing board, of course): it is impossible for them to attend a major business trade show with an unironed shirt!

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Make them feel at home in your rental

Don't forget that these people are coming to your apartment not for a vacation, but to work. It is often difficult for them to leave their homes and families so frequently. Make them feel comfortable! Prepare the apartment so they arrive in a pleasant environment where they can work peacefully. To do this, the apartment must be clean, have working appliances, and include small touches that make the traveler feel special.