Celebrities are embracing the trend, renting out their lavish abodes for nominal fees or even for free. Here's why stars are turning their homes into vacation spots and how you can snag a stay in the lap of luxury. (REUTERS)A-lister abodes on a budget:Martha Stewart, Gwyneth Paltrow, and Mariah Carey are among the celebrities offering their homes on Airbnb and Booking.com. Click herePromoting brands and creating buzz:Rental companies use celebrity homes to attract new audiences and divert attention from rising fees. Notable stays beyond celebrity homes:Airbnb and similar platforms offer diverse stays, including historic homes and even dorm rooms once occupied by American royalty like John F. Kennedy.

Source: Hindustan Times December 30, 2023 23:03 UTC