Tourism Department of India is promoting - Homestays
Today Prime Minister of India spoke about key options available in the market to increase traffic in Tourist destinations by opening & promoting feature of Homestay. Homestay is a popular form of Lodging & Hospitality whereby visitors share a the Residence with a local family of the city to which they are traveling. The length of stay can vary from one night to months and can be provided gratis in exchange for monetary compensation or in exchange for Housekeeping or work on the host's property. Monetary Compensation is a practical solution while traveling with family or extended family members. Booking of such properties can be done through (https://www.airbnb.co.in/). The terms of the Homestay are generally worked out by the host and guest in advance and can include items such as the type of lodging, length of stay, housekeeping or work required to be performed, curfews, use of utilities and household facilities, food to be provided, and rules related to smoking, ...