MrBnB offers hospitality by and for LGBTQ people during Pride

St. Pete welcomes hundreds of thousands of people to one of the biggest Pride events in the southeast, but finding welcoming accommodations isn't always easy.

Why it matters: LGBTQ+ people don't always feel safe while traveling, especially with their partners.

State of play: Misterb&b is an Airbnb-style short-term rental platform advertised as a safe option for queer travelers.

• Matthieu Jost started the site in 2014 after he said he and his partner were harassed while traveling abroad.

Zoom in: St. Pete still has listings available for those traveling to this weekend's festivities or looking for a stay-cay.

Sharing the Sunset : The couple that hosts this guest suite in their Historic Kenwood penthouse offers Oatmilk lattes on their terrace.

• Sleeps 2. $288 for three nights.

Haus of Tropicale : Grab your friends and make Pride a round-the-clock pool party. This house with a heated saltwater pool, screened-in lounge, BBQ grill and outdoor games sleeps 12.

• $1,181 for three nights.

Marylin Monroe Suite : The bedroom of this home pays tribute to the blonde bombshell, while its backyard offers a lagoon pool, hot tub, cabana area with outdoor games, grill and picnic area, fire pit and zen rain shower.

• Plus: Complimentary mimosas upon arrival!
• Sleeps 3. $188 per night.

The other side: To build trust on its platform, Airbnb has rolled out more safety features in recent years including ID verification for hosts and guests, and a way for solo travelers to easily share their itineraries with loved ones.

Meanwhile: Local hotels are also offering Pride hospitality.

• Mint House in St. Petersburg is offering custom perks and a public and private pool party.

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