Travel Inspiration and Tips

Mardi Gras, or Fat Tuesday is almost upon us. Whether you will celebrate in New Orleans, Venice, Sydney or Rio de Janeiro, there are plenty of home swap options to help you plan your celebration!

Whether it's for spring break or a long weekend of rest and relaxation, Mexico is a destination many people dream of visiting. Here are the top beaches in Mexico.

If you're visiting Paris, France on a budget, here are the top fun and free things to do!

Here is a selection of our favorite pools in home swaps from around the world. They are so impressive, you may find staying poolside the ideal place to spend most of the time you are on your next home exchange.

With enough architecture, history, and culture to keep most every traveler happy, Amsterdam is a fantastic destination. When we asked our members for free and fun things to do in Amsterdam [http://homeexchange.

As you probably are aware, this year Australia has suffered the worst bushfires in its history. But that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t travel to Australia and discover the beauty it has to offer!

To escape artificial illumination and truly wish upon a star, here’s our list of the best “dark sky” locations from which to make the most of your long winter nights.

Here are our tips on how to make the most out of your travel budget when you’re retired.

With enough architecture, history, and culture to keep any traveler happy, Budapest is a fantastic vacation destination. Check out our list of 10 free things to do in Budapest.

Most of us want to experience something amazing on our holidays, whether it be that picturesque view or a magical location. Whatever you desire, there are plenty of places where these dreams can

While you’re browsing HomeExchange to help make your travel dreams a reality, here are a few travel destinations you just might want to add to your bucket list.

It’s the time of year where it’s easy to start dreaming of a Hawaiian vacation while stuck at your desk at work. The six major islands to visit in Hawaii are

Robyn has been a member of HomeExchange since 2006. She shares her experience of her trip to Copenhagen in 2016.

Getting away without spending a lot can be difficult. We did a bit of research for you to find ways to spend less than $1,000 on your next vacation. You don’t

At HomeExchange, we take joy in discovering all that the world has to offer, from continent to continent, and our community is uniquely suited to offer a wide array of homes to explore. We’ve compiled the homes that have inspired you to do more of what you love - travel.

Home-exchanging is a great way for you to experience different cultures and live locally all around the world. And Christmas is a great season to experience the unique traditions and celebrations in new

Discover the Danish concept of Hygge and bring happiness into your home!

I think we can all agree that there’s nothing better than an afternoon spent with friends and family enjoying a BBQ in the backyard.  As it’s the middle of summer and

Plan an affordable Memorial Day vacation away from the crowds. If you're looking to avoid the beach this year, here are 10 US destinations to visit.

Every year from 30 May to 5 June, European Sustainable Development Week takes place. This week promotes sustainable development through many initiatives organized throughout Europe.

Discover Portland, Oregon with HomeExchange, for a local's view on all things to do in this unique Pacific Northwest city.

Getting away together is one of the most important ways to make memories as a family. Learn how to swap homes and how it makes vacations affordable.

Whether you prefer a cozy trip, a weekend on the beach, or a romantic adventure, here are the best getaways for a romantic vacation with your loved one!

With HomeExchange, you are welcomed anywhere in the world. Your community is unique, and the experience of exchanging homes should be too.