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Touristen mieten Airbnb-Wohnung mit Meerblick, finden aber nur eine Baustelle
Joseline und einige Freunde mieten über Airbnb eine Wohnung an der Algarve in Portugal. Der Vermieter hat Meerblick versprochen.
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Viral Video Exposes Airbnb "Sea View" Scam, Sparks Debate on Misleading Travel Ads
Online Travel Bookings Under Scrutiny Following "Sea View" Disappointment ALGARVE, PORTUGAL – A recent viral video has brought renewed attention to the issue of misleading advertisements in online travel bookings, particularly concerning property descriptions on platforms like Airbnb. The video, uploaded by user Joseline Maradiaga, captures the moment she excitedly opens the blinds of her rented accommodation in the Algarve, expecting a promised "vista al mar" (sea view), only to reveal a sprawling construction site. The footage shows Ms. Maradiaga, with palpable anticipation, pulling up the window blinds. As the view becomes clear, a scene of piled earth, construction vehicles, and distant buildings replaces the expected ocean panorama. An audible reaction of disbelief and laughter from both Ms. Maradiaga and an off-camera companion underscores the stark contrast between the advertised promise and the actual reality. Comments on the video reflect widespread empathy and shared experiences. One user quipped, "Que culpa tienen ellos de que el mar se haya secado 😅" (What fault is it of theirs that the sea has dried up?), while another shared a similar anecdote: "a mí me pasó una vez, vistas al mar. y abrimos la cortina y enfrente el supermercado mar 🤔" (it happened to me once, sea views. and we opened the curtain and in front was the 'Mar' supermarket). The incident highlights a common frustration among travelers who rely on online descriptions and photos, which can sometimes be outdated, selectively presented, or outright deceptive. Consumer advocates frequently advise travelers to thoroughly research properties, read recent reviews, and, if possible, use satellite imagery to verify surroundings before booking.
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Alquila un piso “con vistas al mar”… pero lo que había tras la persiana dejó a …
Una joven compartió en TikTok la inesperada sorpresa que se llevó al abrir la persiana del apartamento reservado en Airbnb
