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World Cup tourism significantly boosts McKinney Airbnb host's business

A McKinney homeowner's Airbnb cottages experienced increased bookings and revenue during the World Cup as international soccer fans sought short-term rentals in the area.

By Erin Jones ·4 hr ago

July 15, 2026 / 11:08 PM CDT / CBS Texas.

Ahead of the World Cup , Airbnb encouraged homeowners to take advantage of the tournament by renting out their homes - and for McKinney homeowner Jennifer Smith, it paid off.

Her historic cottages in downtown McKinney became a home away from home for international soccer fans.

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World Cup tourism significantly boosts McKinney Airbnb host's business — Texas Breaking News