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Belgrade's respite has turned into a nightmare: the owner of the apartment has insulted the guests with insults because of the key
Slovenia🏛️ Politics5 hr. ago

Belgrade's respite has turned into a nightmare: the owner of the apartment has insulted the guests with insults because of the key

Two American women, Shy Watson and her friend Andressa, had a negative experience during their stay in Belgrade, Serbia, due to a misunderstanding over a key. The host of the apartment reportedly sent them offensive messages after they left, criticizing their intelligence, nationality, and even referencing U.S. President Donald Trump. The dispute began when Watson left the key in the same box she had taken it from upon arrival, but the host claimed it should have been returned elsewhere. After the incident, Airbnb refunded the entire booking cost and provided a $200 travel credit. Airbnb confirmed they were investigating the case and emphasized their commitment to addressing discrimination reports seriously. The host later deleted the messages and sent an apology, but Watson did not accept it, stating the incident deeply affected her.

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Belgrade's respite has turned into a nightmare: the owner of the apartment has insulted the guests with insults because of the key

Two American women, Shy Watson and her friend Andressa, had a negative experience during their stay in Belgrade, Serbia, due to a misunderstanding over a key. The host of the apartment reportedly sent them offensive messages after they left, criticizing their intelligence, nationality, and even referencing U.S. President Donald Trump. The dispute began when Watson left the key in the same box she had taken it from upon arrival, but the host claimed it should have been returned elsewhere. After the incident, Airbnb refunded the entire booking cost and provided a $200 travel credit. Airbnb confirmed they were investigating the case and emphasized their commitment to addressing discrimination reports seriously. The host later deleted the messages and sent an apology, but Watson did not accept it, stating the incident deeply affected her.

Bias read (Center): The article presents both sides of the conflict: the guests' account of being harassed by the host and the host's claim of a key mishap. It includes quotes from the guest and mentions Airbnb's response without overtly favoring either side. There is no explicit political commentary or ideological slm

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