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Influencer @yagmurlakesfet from Turkey Chats About HomeExchange

We're always excited to see our members sharing social media posts about their amazing travels with HomeExchange. So when we discovered that Yagmur (also known as @yagmurlakesfet) was telling her followers

Influencer @cestujzababku from the Czech Republic Chats About HomeExchange

We’re always looking to share the home exchanging concept with fellow travel-lovers, because we want even more people to know about this authentic and budget-friendly way of exploring the world! So who

Travel Inspiration and Tips

Influencer @jenna.socials from Finland Chats About HomeExchange

We love it when influencers share their authentic experiences of traveling with HomeExchange. So when @jenna.socials started posting about us on her Instagram channel, we were keen to know how she discovered

HomeExchange News

HomeExchange Through Time

Why not delve into the archives of the HomeExchange website and the history of home exchange? We've traced some of the milestones in our history for you, as told by our

Best Places to Visit in Italy

Are you dreaming of a holiday in Italy? Whether you're looking for a little “dolce vita” in summer, or a dose of winter sun, Italy is the ideal destination for historic

Train

Interrail: 10 tips to know before you start!

Dreaming of the freedom to explore Europe by train? The Interrail Pass, which allows you to discover no less than 33 European countries, could be perfect for you! However, if it's your first Interrail trip - and with so much information to consider - organizing your journey might seem overwhelming.

Sustainability

International Day of Persons with Disabilities: A Move Towards More Inclusive Tourism?

At HomeExchange, inclusivity is one of our core values. Everyone should be able to go on vacation without difficulty. That’s why we are committed to making accessible accommodation available for people with

Website Stories

What to do with your cat while on vacation!

The HomeExchange community is full of cat lovers and owners who are more than willing to help take care of their host's cats as if they were their very own. Check out some stories of members who have cats or who have bonded with their host's kitties (and yes, we have cute cat pictures)!

Guide to home exchange

How does HomeExchange calculate the GuestPoints value for each home?

Chances are, when you’re working on your home listing, you’re wondering how HomeExchange calculates how many GuestPoints your home is worth. If you're scratching your head, then don’t worry! Read this guide to find out how we use figure out the GuestPoints value of each home.

Website Stories

Plan Less and Do More with HomeExchange

A perfect escape without a plan Jennifer Allen is a special needs mom and disability travel blogger who shares her experience on her blog, Wonders Within Reach. For some, half the joy of

Guide to home exchange

How to Travel After Summer Vacation with HomeExchange

Working around school schedules and low vacation funds Jennifer Allen is a special needs mom and disability travel blogger who shares her experience on her blog, Wonders Within Reach. Anyone one else mourn

Sustainable Tourism

10 Tips for Saving Energy in Winter

Waste, lack of maintenance, or poor habits… When it comes to energy consumption, it may be necessary to rethink how we use energy, especially at a time in which energy prices are rising.

300 GuestPoints for your story!

Help us spread the HomeExchange message in Sweden, Denmark, Finland and Norway! Once our members have discovered the joys of exchanging their homes, they inevitably find themselves telling their friends and families about

Offers

A thrilling offer...

Don't be afraid... to exchange your home! Take advantage of our special offer to activate or re-start your HomeExchange membership at an exceptional discount.

Sustainable Tourism

Calculate the carbon footprint of your trip

Like any activity, vacations generate CO₂ and have an impact on the environment. During a trip, transport is the largest source of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions.

Become an influencer for HomeExchange: discover our Influencer Program

Do you love HomeExchange, and find you can't stop talking about it? Then why not go one step further and become our official creator? Let your passion for home exchanging shine

Special HomeExchange referral offer

Your friends and family may have already heard your HomeExchange stories, asked you questions about how it works, and thought it sounded like a great way to travel... So what if now was

HomeExchange Reviews

HomeExchange for Teachers: "I wish we'd started home exchanging with our boys sooner!"

Susan and her husband Joe are teachers, and they live in Scotland. Members since 2016, they are huge advocates of HomeExchange for teachers (or anyone for that fact!), as the platform has enabled

Travel Inspiration and Tips

33 Home Swaps in 33 States

The United States has a wide variety of things to do and see. Here is our list of our 50 favorite house swaps in each of the 50 states.

Guide to home exchange

What is a private room exchange? 9 members share their experiences

Learn about this type of home exchange that can make traveling even more flexible— the hospitality exchange!

Guide to home exchange

The difference between HomeExchange and other vacation rental sites like Airbnb

HomeExchange has its own values that are very different from the values of peer-to-peer rental platforms.

Travel Inspiration and Tips

Planning a trip to Bali? Here are 7 amazing home exchanges in Bali

Nearly 5 million tourists visit Bali each year, and with one of these one-of-a-kind home exchanges, you can have free accommodations in one of the most beautiful places on earth!

HomeExchange Reviews

My HomeExchange story: 'It's way better than Airbnb'

Alina, a HomeExchange host who formerly swore by Airbnb, says after using HomeExchange, she'll never go back!

HomeExchange News

HomeExchange relaunches LGBTQ+ friendly group for travelers

HomeExchange continues to provide LGBTQ+ travelers and allies a safe, inclusive way to travel, ensuring warm welcomes all over the world.

Guide to home exchange

Pet care while on vacation: your guide to home swapping with pets

One of the best parts about home exchanging is how pet-friendly many people are. It’s often no problem to bring your pet along with you or to leave your pet at home for your guests to care for!