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Member's Testimony: What to Do in Menorca on a Home Exchange?

With a dozen home exchanges under her belt, Gaëlle and her partner went to Rita’s home on the Spanish island of Menorca for a GuestPoints exchange in the summer of 2021. To

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My HomeExchange story: 'See the world and make new friends along the way'

Jeff shares his home swapping story and his favorite experiences from his years of traveling with HomeExchange.

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My HomeExchange story: Our tropical Hawaii family vacation

HomeExchange member Megan traveled to Hawaii with her kids in June, enjoying a tropical vacation without breaking the bank. Thanks to HomeExchange, Megan was able to save money on accommodations and spend her

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8 reasons I would never do a HomeExchange

Travel blogger Jennifer Allen shares 8 reasons she would never do a HomeExchange— and why you should, anyway.

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The best way to travel with pets: HomeExchange through the eyes of a golden retriever

HomeExchange ambassador Bobbi shared her home swapping adventures through the eyes of her golden retriever, Sunshine.

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My HomeExchange story: How I welcome guests into my home

Kristel is a HomeExchange pro: she has hosted members from Belgium, France, the Netherlands, Spain, Germany, Czech Republic, and beyond. This Belgium-based home swapper shares her experience opening her home to guests and

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My HomeExchange story: Tips and tricks for hosting an exchange

HomeExchanger Bethany from the United Kingdom has successfully completed a dozen exchanges, living like a local as she travels. In exchange for staying in beautiful homes around the world, Bethany opens her home

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Destinations

Get inspired with travel plans from the HomeExchange community

Many HomeExchangers already have plans for their summer vacation or are searching for their next home exchange. Looking for inspiration? Check out their travel plans!

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'How I vacation for free': Family of 5 shares secret to traveling the world on a budget

World traveling Alan and his family of five share how they vacation for free, enjoying budget-friendly vacations by home exchanging.

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Slow Travel: what if we took the time to travel in a better way thanks to HomeExchange?

Slow travel naturally applies to HomeExchange,it allows you to travel better by offering the opportunity to immerse yourself in places surrounded by locals

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How HomeExchanging 'makes the world feel smaller' for our family of 4

Taking a year-long travel sabbatical to travel is a dream for many people. But Brynn and her family made it their reality this year by safely, flexibly traveling with HomeExchange. Brynn has been

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How our family saved $62,000+ in 5 years of international vacations

Saving more than $62,000 on travel has enabled Susie’s family to travel multiple times a year, making her children “global citizens."

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6 long-time HomeExchangers share the benefits of home swapping

6 HomeExchangers who have been home swapping for decades share experiences, tips, and why it's the best way to travel affordably and authentically.

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My HomeExchange story: 40 exchanges around the world

Laura, a Vermont HomeExchanger, has enjoyed more than 40 exchanges, including in New Zealand, Italy, France, and Mexico. She's hosted families from around the world and shares her experiences and tips.

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How we vacation in Mexico on a budget

HomeExchange has been an invaluable tool to help us travel on a budget. Here's how we went to Mexico in spring 2021 with friends and saved more than $2,000!

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Home Swapping and Sharing: A Love Story

Home exchange is based on trust, mutual respect and of course... sharing! Whether you are a child or an adult, exchanging your house for vacations allows you to learn how to share and

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How this family safely, affordably 'traveled like we're wealthy' for just $3 a night

Scott and Erica spent 2020 traveling safely and affordably using HomeExchange. Here's how they spent $3 a night for 45+ nights of vacation accommodations.

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How I became addicted to home exchanging

HomeExchanger Don shares how he became addicted to home exchanging as the most affordable, authentic way to see the world, and how you can try it too.

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My HomeExchange story: With 60 exchanges in 6 years, 'the world is my oyster'

HomeExchanger Kim has done more than 60 exchanges in six years, traveling around the world and experiencing life as a local in many countries.

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Traveling during COVID-19: Members Who Started House Swapping in 2020

The year 2020 was more than complicated and will certainly be long remembered. However, for some members of the HomeExchange community,  2020 will also stand out as the year when, while respecting COVID-19

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How we swapped our one-bedroom apartment and traveled across Europe

Did you know your small, one-bedroom apartment can be swapped for castles, cottages, cabins, and chalets around the world?

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Home exchanging FAQ from member with 100+ exchanges

Judy has been home exchanging for 15 years, completing 103 exchanges and traveling all over the world. She answers FAQs about house swapping.

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HomeExchange community: Meet our ambassadors

Our ambassadors are our spokespeople out in the community. They are avid home exchangers who help spread the word and bring the community to life.

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Traveling with ALS — Best friends travel the world on once-in-a-lifetime adventure

Michael has been home exchanging since 2006, but with his travel partner’s recent ALS diagnosis, home swapping this year has taken on a new urgency as they plan to see the world together.

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Traveling during COVID-19: HomeExchangers organizing exchanges during the pandemic

There is no way we can let ourselves be beaten down! Many HomeExchangers have refused to let their vacation plans fall through, or have organized new ones, making all the necessary arrangements to

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