To celebrate one of the most highly-anticipated Ashes series in recent times, Airbnb has teamed up with the WACA Ground and cricket legend Mike Hussey, offering cricket fans the ultimate bucket-list experience during the West Test.\u00a0<\/p>\n
A group of up to four lucky guests will have the opportunity to access an exclusive overnight stay on the WACA Ground\u2019s hallowed turf, timed to celebrate the opening Test of the 2025-26 Ashes series, which is being hosted in Perth for the first time in more than 40 years.<\/p>\n
This November, guests will be hosted by Ashes great Mike Hussey, who will share tales from his career in an evening designed to capture the magic of the Ashes as the opening Test of the summer gets underway.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n
Guests will sleep in a custom glamping tent on the outfield, enjoy a game of backyard cricket with Hussey, a movie night under the stars, and tickets and a VIP experience to the sold-out Day 2 of the Perth Ashes Test.<\/p>\n
Airbnb Country Manager for Australia Susan Wheeldon said Airbnb has an important role to play with major sporting events such as The Ashes.<\/p>\n
\u201cAirbnb aims to create unforgettable experiences that connect people to Australia\u2019s rich culture and sporting legacy. Together with the iconic WACA Ground, we\u2019re offering fans a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to live and breathe cricket history.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe Ashes is driving demand in Perth, with Airbnb searches more than double from international visitors1. It\u2019s no surprise the UK leads the pack, while Millennial searches jumped over 50 percent2.<\/p>\n
\u201cMajor events such as The Ashes bring people together from around the world and present a fantastic option for those looking to pocket some extra cash and offset other holiday expenses.\u201d<\/p>\n
WA Cricket Chief Executive Officer John Stephenson is thrilled fans are flocking to Perth for the first Ashes Test.<\/p>\n
\u201cIt\u2019s been more than 40 years since an Australian home Ashes campaign opened anywhere other than Brisbane and it was here at the WACA Ground, where we witnessed some of the greatest moments in Ashes history and the rise of legendary Australian cricketers.\u00a0<\/p>\n
\u201cIn collaboration with Airbnb, we\u2019re opening our doors in a new and exciting way \u2013 giving fans a chance to wake up where sporting magic happens and experience the traditions that make cricket so special.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe demand for this series has been huge with more than 18,000 guests from interstate and overseas purchasing over 42,000 tickets to the West Test3.\u201d<\/p>\n
Cricket legend Mike Hussey is looking forward to sharing the memories of his stellar international cricket career.<\/p>\n
\u201cWhat better way to kick off the 2025 Ashes series than with an exclusive stay on the famous WACA Ground in my home town, Perth. I\u2019m really excited to team up with Airbnb to promote sport tourism and share this amazing experience.\u201d<\/p>\n
This one time overnight stay takes place on Friday, 21st November and can be booked for a duck at $0.00 AUD for a group of up to four guests. Travel costs are not included and the stay is selected on a first come, first served basis.<\/p>\n
The stay will be available to book on Friday, 7th November at midday (AEDT) via airbnb.com\/waca<\/a> and will include:<\/p>\n An exclusive one night only stay on the WACA Ground and while you\u2019re there:<\/p>\n