Rules are generally a good thing because they help guide our behavior and act as condensed crystals of knowledge, laid down by other members of society. However, with all that being said, there might be such a thing as having too many rules. And that can be just as bad (if not worse) as not having enough, depending on your point of view. Though, sometimes, it’s merely amusing.
Well, TikToker and Reiki practitioner Tiffany Ingalls, who also goes by the online tag Authentiffany, shared her, errr, interesting experience staying at an Airbnb room that had a very peculiar owner. The host was very controlling and left instructions, guidelines, and rules written out on bits of paper absolutely everywhere. In every nook and cranny, you’d find explanations on how to do things in very specific ways.
Scroll down for the full story and for Tiffany’s massively viral videos that got millions of views. Keep in mind that Tiffany simply wanted to share a funny and unique experience, not to make fun of the host. Tiffany only rented a single room, not the entire house. All of the Airbnb reviews were absolutely fine. Above all, she actually didn’t mind living there and made the initial video just for laughs.
When you’re done with the article, let us know in the comments what you think of this situation. And, if you’re feeling up to it, share your own peculiar experiences with Airbnb, dear Pandas.
When Tiffany arrived at her Airbnb room, she was surprised by all the instructions the detail-oriented host left for her
“My most recent Airbnb host had a few controlling quirks.”
“Start before you even walk in, you get hit with a huge information guide on what to do.”
“You have to take this off the door and make sure that you hang it here when you’re inside.”
“Next is the amount of information that’s given just every moment after.”
“In every way possible and every part of the room.”
“But my favorite of all of the information pieces is this one where she draws a picture of the remote control and teaches you how to use each button.”
“But there’s even a note on how to use the vent.”
“And how to use the storage bins.”
“One of my top favorites though, as she saw me using this cup.”
“Instead of this cup and told me I’m using the wrong cup to drink my water.”
“This cup apparently is to hold my toothbrush.”
“Another good one. You weren’t allowed to move the shower curtain from left to right.”
“It had to be right to left.”
“I hope I slept here correctly.”
Image credits: authentiffany_
Tiffany is a TikTok video creator, Intuitive Healer, and certified Reiki practitioner. She also has a bachelor’s degree in psychology and aims to help people connect with their authentic selves, in order to lead “a life of passion, fulfillment, and wealth that far exceeds any monetary value.”
Not everyone on TikTok agreed on whether or not the host’s behavior was fine. Some thought that all the instructions were over the top, meanwhile, some others believe that more clarity is better than a lack of it. Besides, there was plenty of very useful information shared, too. Though, some internet users noted, a lot of the info was common sense.
The detail-oriented host thought to include nearly everything: starting from how to use storage bins to explaining which way to pull the shower curtain, and much, much more. There was even a diagram of the TV remote, explaining what each and every button does. However, the point where many might believe things definitely crossed the line was when Tiffany shared that the host told her she used the ‘wrong’ cup to drink water from.
Here’s how some people reacted to the woman’s videos
You can watch Tiffany’s full viral videos right over here
@authentiffany_Respect the home, Tiktok about it later #fyp #airbnb #funny #controlissues #foryou #toomuchsauce #lol #airbnbhost
♬ original sound – Authentiffany
@authentiffany_Part 2 of my Airbnb stay♬ original sound – Authentiffany
“This video was an idea that sparked as I was checking out of the room. I thought ‘this would be funny to share.’ It didn’t get much attention and then a week later I open Tiktok and see it had suddenly blown up,” Tiffany told Newsweek. “This video and the responses that it’s received highlights for me just how complex we humans are. Our range of needs stretches far and wide and it shows that no one person could please all of us (it would be painful to even try).”
She continued: “It also shows that many of us are still operating from a place where we judge and hate on others who are not aligned with our own specific needs and desires instead of seeing the value in their offering and how serving it may be for someone else. I hope if anything this video helps people to see that you can stand behind your own needs and desires while still holding compassion and understanding for others who aren’t meeting it. We are all doing the best we can.”
People found the videos very interesting and started discussing whether or not so many rules and regulations was a good thing
Though they might seem little over the top, but i see nothing wrong with these instructions. It's not like the host is trying to control you, they are trying there best to minimize interaction with them, which for a introvert person like me is very satisfying. Also they are clearly mentioning if you break something or destroy something please tell us about it, dont try to hide it, there may be a middleground. Be a nice guest, dont smoke, dont burn down the place.
As a long time AirBnB owner, I can confirm that every single one of those signs exists because it's been needed and wasn't there.
I’m going to say this is absolutely needed. There are waaaaaaaay too many people who leave their manners at home when traveling, and a lot of people that just weren’t taught house rules, and how to behave as guests. These aren’t hotels, so little dings, breaks, and accidents are a bigger issue.
While all of the notes are written politely and are probably for good reason, I do feel like the sheer number of them would probably bother me. I'm stuck in the middle on this.
Me too, I think using the "right" glass is absurd but I get that some people need instructions rather than calling the owner with questions.
Load More Replies...The instructions for the tv and parking would be nice for most places. I can’t imagine going through the work to make the rest of these though.
When you check in to a hotel, the rules about parking and some other basic info is shared. Usually there is a folder in the room, sometimes lots of pages, with instructions, helpful tips, things about the environment etc. I guess most people ignore that. Sure, drinking from the wrong cup is silly, but I think most notes I read made sense. The shower curtain? Maybe if it is opened the other way around the water will splash to areas as it doesn't close well, or maybe it's attached on the left side. The only annoying things is that the notes are scattered. Then again, if they would be in a binder they wouldn't be read.
I don't see anything wrong with it? It sounds like 20 too many stupid questions the host had to answer
You know they guy that called to complain his razor didn't work? They told him to take off the protective cap. Yeah, some pople need this ammount of instructions.
I don’t see an issue. Just someone who likes their own handwriting and likes to organize sticky notes and stuff.
I have stayed at ABnB's with too FEW instructions (i.e. how to make the shower work in another country) and it has sucked. I'd rather have lots of instructions. They did get a bit passive aggressive about the glasses and tray, though. Don't assume I'm going to be messy - I'm not.
I seriously doubt this is a manifestation of OCD - people need to stop incorrectly labelling things like this as OCD, it is harmful to actual OCD sufferers and perpetuates unhelpful stereotypes.
The remote diagram is great! Do you know how many varieties of remotes are out there?!
Nome of these rules are unreasonable. Yeah maybe its a bit much, but shes not asking for anything crazy or invasive. Actually most of these seem to be along the lines of "if you have trouble, just ask". And if you already know how to use a vent or can figure out the remote yourself, they dont hurt you. Most of these honestly seem as more for the guests safety and comfort than for the owner.
I get that these were over the top, and heavy laden with common sense, but also knowing so many people lacking common sense. I also get why the signs are there. An I also think that a lot of those signs were made because guest has bugged them enough to warrant some; if not most of those signs. If I was staying there I'd appreciate the info about the parking. Because it seems to be street parking, and if so; who knows how much money those people have saved guest in parking fines. To sum it up. I'd stay there, and I also liked the video; she seemed like a happy go lucky person an she didn't bitch about the situation like a great deal of people would considering all the Karens,and Kens nowadays.
Notes on how to use appliances and remote is helpful, but beyond that, most is way overboard and controlling (using the wrong glass--really? I get that there are some people who are horrible tenants but there's a happy medium somewhere. I'd be concerned about hidden cameras. Maybe being an airBNB owner isn't for them.
As a result of being stuck surrounded by air B&Bs as homes around me sold in Lake Tahoe, I can assure you that most of this is reasonable. Most people show up at the Airbnb's in places like Tahoe to drink and throw up and party. They come in with dozens more people than they listed on the reservation. They steal everything decorative in the neighbors yards, including our canoe. Every weekend it was like a siege with people yelling whew whew like howler monkeys. They pretty much took advantage of and trashed a lot of the interiors of houses. A lot of it had to do with the fact it was a Casino town, It attracted losers. We actually finally sold our house up there because we were tired of dealing with rude and thoughtless people.
These notes are not ridiculous because some people are f*****g idiots with no sense of responsibility and care for others
Too many notes and they're right in your face. If this were real - I'd just walk out, demand a refund and say "I'm not here to be trained, thank you." I'm questioning if 'Tiffany' actually wrote all of the notes, placed them around her own room, then shot a video. Nice try 'Tiffany'.
Remember that the idea of Air BnB was to swap homes. You may actually be staying in someone's home and not someone's overpriced attempt to get rich.
Prior to covid hubby and I used to AirBnB all the time. We always prefer private accommodation as we like to escape the city for a few days. I always enjoyed seeing how people decorate. I've never came across notes or such elaborate instructions but it wouldn't bother me. You can't really have too much information like that when you're away from your own home in my opinion. We always had a lot of fun and I miss our little trips :( damned covid lol
Trust me I have owned my own accommodation place and you actually need all of these instructions as people can be extremely frustrating when they stay in a hotel or a room - like they totally forget to be self sufficient- it is mind boggling
I think the sentence "I hope I slept here correctly" says it all.
Though they might seem little over the top, but i see nothing wrong with these instructions. It's not like the host is trying to control you, they are trying there best to minimize interaction with them, which for a introvert person like me is very satisfying. Also they are clearly mentioning if you break something or destroy something please tell us about it, dont try to hide it, there may be a middleground. Be a nice guest, dont smoke, dont burn down the place.
As a long time AirBnB owner, I can confirm that every single one of those signs exists because it's been needed and wasn't there.
I’m going to say this is absolutely needed. There are waaaaaaaay too many people who leave their manners at home when traveling, and a lot of people that just weren’t taught house rules, and how to behave as guests. These aren’t hotels, so little dings, breaks, and accidents are a bigger issue.
While all of the notes are written politely and are probably for good reason, I do feel like the sheer number of them would probably bother me. I'm stuck in the middle on this.
Me too, I think using the "right" glass is absurd but I get that some people need instructions rather than calling the owner with questions.
Load More Replies...The instructions for the tv and parking would be nice for most places. I can’t imagine going through the work to make the rest of these though.
When you check in to a hotel, the rules about parking and some other basic info is shared. Usually there is a folder in the room, sometimes lots of pages, with instructions, helpful tips, things about the environment etc. I guess most people ignore that. Sure, drinking from the wrong cup is silly, but I think most notes I read made sense. The shower curtain? Maybe if it is opened the other way around the water will splash to areas as it doesn't close well, or maybe it's attached on the left side. The only annoying things is that the notes are scattered. Then again, if they would be in a binder they wouldn't be read.
I don't see anything wrong with it? It sounds like 20 too many stupid questions the host had to answer
You know they guy that called to complain his razor didn't work? They told him to take off the protective cap. Yeah, some pople need this ammount of instructions.
I don’t see an issue. Just someone who likes their own handwriting and likes to organize sticky notes and stuff.
I have stayed at ABnB's with too FEW instructions (i.e. how to make the shower work in another country) and it has sucked. I'd rather have lots of instructions. They did get a bit passive aggressive about the glasses and tray, though. Don't assume I'm going to be messy - I'm not.
I seriously doubt this is a manifestation of OCD - people need to stop incorrectly labelling things like this as OCD, it is harmful to actual OCD sufferers and perpetuates unhelpful stereotypes.
The remote diagram is great! Do you know how many varieties of remotes are out there?!
Nome of these rules are unreasonable. Yeah maybe its a bit much, but shes not asking for anything crazy or invasive. Actually most of these seem to be along the lines of "if you have trouble, just ask". And if you already know how to use a vent or can figure out the remote yourself, they dont hurt you. Most of these honestly seem as more for the guests safety and comfort than for the owner.
I get that these were over the top, and heavy laden with common sense, but also knowing so many people lacking common sense. I also get why the signs are there. An I also think that a lot of those signs were made because guest has bugged them enough to warrant some; if not most of those signs. If I was staying there I'd appreciate the info about the parking. Because it seems to be street parking, and if so; who knows how much money those people have saved guest in parking fines. To sum it up. I'd stay there, and I also liked the video; she seemed like a happy go lucky person an she didn't bitch about the situation like a great deal of people would considering all the Karens,and Kens nowadays.
Notes on how to use appliances and remote is helpful, but beyond that, most is way overboard and controlling (using the wrong glass--really? I get that there are some people who are horrible tenants but there's a happy medium somewhere. I'd be concerned about hidden cameras. Maybe being an airBNB owner isn't for them.
As a result of being stuck surrounded by air B&Bs as homes around me sold in Lake Tahoe, I can assure you that most of this is reasonable. Most people show up at the Airbnb's in places like Tahoe to drink and throw up and party. They come in with dozens more people than they listed on the reservation. They steal everything decorative in the neighbors yards, including our canoe. Every weekend it was like a siege with people yelling whew whew like howler monkeys. They pretty much took advantage of and trashed a lot of the interiors of houses. A lot of it had to do with the fact it was a Casino town, It attracted losers. We actually finally sold our house up there because we were tired of dealing with rude and thoughtless people.
These notes are not ridiculous because some people are f*****g idiots with no sense of responsibility and care for others
Too many notes and they're right in your face. If this were real - I'd just walk out, demand a refund and say "I'm not here to be trained, thank you." I'm questioning if 'Tiffany' actually wrote all of the notes, placed them around her own room, then shot a video. Nice try 'Tiffany'.
Remember that the idea of Air BnB was to swap homes. You may actually be staying in someone's home and not someone's overpriced attempt to get rich.
Prior to covid hubby and I used to AirBnB all the time. We always prefer private accommodation as we like to escape the city for a few days. I always enjoyed seeing how people decorate. I've never came across notes or such elaborate instructions but it wouldn't bother me. You can't really have too much information like that when you're away from your own home in my opinion. We always had a lot of fun and I miss our little trips :( damned covid lol
Trust me I have owned my own accommodation place and you actually need all of these instructions as people can be extremely frustrating when they stay in a hotel or a room - like they totally forget to be self sufficient- it is mind boggling
I think the sentence "I hope I slept here correctly" says it all.
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