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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.

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    HomeExchange
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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

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    HomeExchange
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How Does HomeExchange Work? It's simple!

Home exchange is more than just a trendy way to travel. It's an experience that opens doors to a world of unique discoveries and adventures, all without breaking the bank on

  • Haleigh Walsworth
5 min read

The Best Countries for Americans to Move To

When it comes choosing the best country for Americans to move to, the reality is that can be quite subjective. The answer may differ for everyone depending on if you speak a particular

  • Haleigh Walsworth
8 min read

HomeLink vs HomeExchange : What Are The Differences?

When it comes to planning your next travel adventure, home exchanges open up a world of exciting possibilities, quite literally! This way of travel is a unique way of opening doors around the

  • Haleigh Walsworth
5 min read

10 Winter Family Vacations On a Budget

Summer vacations often steal the spotlight, but a winter family getaways can be just as amazing for creating lasting memories. Cozying up by the fire as a family, trying winter sports together, or

  • Haleigh Walsworth
9 min read

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

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    HomeExchange
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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

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    HomeExchange
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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.

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    HomeExchange
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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!

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    HomeExchange
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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.

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    HomeExchange
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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!

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    HomeExchange
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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!

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    HomeExchange
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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.

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    HomeExchange
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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!

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    HomeExchange
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Guide to home exchange

Work remotely from anywhere in the world by home exchanging

People are finding HomeExchange offers a way to work from anywhere in the world. While working remotely, they can explore a new city and prevent boredom.

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    HomeExchange
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Guide to home exchange

How HomeExchangers show their hospitality

Hospitality is essential to the HomeExchange experience. After all, how can you stay in someone else’s home if you don’t feel welcome? These HomeExchangers shared with us how they welcome guests into their home, and how they thank their hosts for hosting them.

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    HomeExchange
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Guide to home exchange

How to organize a home exchange with GuestPoints

Whether you are a newcomer to HomeExchange or have swapped your home dozens of times, you may not understand everything about the GuestPoints system. Here’s how to arrange a home exchange with GuestPoints.

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    HomeExchange
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Here's How to Live Abroad for Free

If you're dreaming of moving to another country for an extended period of time, you might be thinking how the logistics of such a move might be too much. Just considering

  • Haleigh Walsworth
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Here's How To Live Abroad for A Year at Any Age

Have you ever dreamed of living abroad for a year? Chances are, you have. Perhaps you missed out on the chance to do so in college, or maybe you just want a change

  • Haleigh Walsworth
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Here's How to Travel for Free

They say the best things in life are free, but when it comes to travel that can seem impossible. Travelling domestically and abroad opens our horizons, heightens our senses, and leads to fulfilling

  • Haleigh Walsworth
6 min read

Is HomeExchange Worth It?

Is HomeExchange worth it? If you're looking at the financials alone, that question is easily answered. Becoming a member of our global network and unlocking unlimited exchanges for an entire year

  • Haleigh Walsworth
6 min read
Sustainable Tourism

10 tips for saving water (and lowering your water bill)

While periods of drought are occurring earlier and earlier each year and increasing in frequency, saving water has become a major issue that concerns us all. In many regions of the world, water is even becoming a rare resource.

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    HomeExchange
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HomeExchange News

Discover the Magic of Home Swapping: Even Good Morning America is Talking About It!

Have you ever dreamt of experiencing a new city or country like a local, all while saving on vacation costs? Well, you’re in luck! The concept of home swapping is gaining traction,

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    HomeExchange
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Apartment Swap: The Best Apartment Exchange Website

Here at HomeExchange, we often talk about exchanging houses. A home is so much more than a house though. They come in all shapes and sizes! As the expression goes, the home is

  • Haleigh Walsworth
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