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My HomeExchange Story: "It’s the best way to travel and meet new people."

In 2021, Pam and Joe traveled to Huntington Beach, CA with their kids. They shared their experience with HomeExchange while spending time with family and enjoying sunny Southern California.

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Travel Inspiration and Tips

Top 5 Fall 2022 Vacation Destinations for Seniors

Fall is the perfect time to book your next vacation, especially for seniors. To help you plan your next getaway, we’ve put together a list of the top five fall 2022 destinations for senior travelers to visit.

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HomeExchange Reviews

My HomeExchange Story: "You'll have opportunities to make connections with some really great people."

Alisha, her kids, and her partner went on a trip to Washington, D.C. in spring 2019 and used HomeExchange to stay in Pat’s home. She shared with us her experience swapping homes during a once-in-a-lifetime trip to America’s capitol.

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Travel Inspiration and Tips

6 stunning national parks to visit in Fall 2022

It's the perfect time to venture outdoors before the winter chill sets in. We’ve put together a list of national parks to visit in fall 2022 to help you get started on planning your escape to the great outdoors.

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Travel Inspiration and Tips

6 Latino travel influencers to follow for inspiration and education

It's Hispanic Heritage Month, and if you're looking for some new blogs and social media accounts to follow, check out our list of Latino travel influencers to follow.

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Travel Inspiration and Tips

7 American chocolate shops to sink your teeth into

When it comes to satisfying a sugar craving, there’s nothing like chocolate. If you’re looking to indulge your sweet tooth with some high-quality gourmet candy, we’ve put together a list of some of the best chocolate shops in the United States. Happy eating!

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Website Stories

My HomeExchange Story: "If you want to travel on a budget, the single best thing you can do is to join HomeExchange. "

In 2021, Peter and his partner embarked on their first HomeExchange adventure. Their destination: Portland, Oregon. He recounted his experience in Portland with us, and even shared some advice for travelers who are new to home swapping as a way to travel.

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Guide to home exchange

Save GuestPoints with these 11 homes for 100 GP or less

Do you want to go on your next getaway while still saving up GuestPoints for another trip later on? If so, we’ve got you covered with these homes available for 100 GuestPoints or less.

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Website Stories

My HomeExchange Story: "It's a great inexpensive way to travel, have new experiences and meet new people."

Michele Russell and her kids traveled to Eureka, California for a vacation to see the world’s tallest trees: the redwoods. Michele shared her experience with swapping homes, traveling in an ADA-accessible way, as well as some advice for newcomers to HomeExchange.

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Website Stories

Meet the dogs of HomeExchange!

HomeExchange is full of dog lovers that will not only treat your home as if it were their own, but will also care for your dog like their own pet. Check out these stories below from HomeExchangers who traveled with their dogs, or helped look after their host’s pups while staying in their homes.

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HomeExchange Reviews

Finding the Perfect Labor Day Getaway

Jennifer Allen is a special needs mom, disability travel blogger who shares her experience on her blog, Wonders Within Reach. Here, she shares how to find the perfect vacation home for Labor Day using HomeExchange.

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Travel Inspiration and Tips

Check out our Southern road trip guide!

Our next stop in our road trip guide is going to be the Southern states. From the Big Easy to Elvis Presley's home base, you’ll find yourself practically overwhelmed with activities to do and delicious food to eat as you enjoy a much-needed dose of Southern hospitality.

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HomeExchange Reviews

My HomeExchange Story: "HomeExchange has opened up new worlds to us."

In the summer of 2021, Dave and Chauna embarked on a trip to Brittany, France for their ninth exchange. They shared stories about their trip and their experience swapping homes using HomeExchange, and some advice to get started.

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Travel Inspiration and Tips

9 vacation homes for large families

With the end of summer right around the corner, you may be thinking about planning one final big family vacation or a getaway with friends. Check out these nine vacation homes that can accommodate ten or more people on HomeExchange.

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HomeExchange Reviews

My HomeExchange Story: "The most authentic way to travel"

José Antonio and his partner McKenzie traveled to Puerto Vallarta, Puerto Rico for a relaxing island getaway. As experienced exchangers, they shared details with us about their trip and gave advice for a successful HomeExchange experience.

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Website Stories

Check out these awesome friendships made on HomeExchange

Saturday, July 30 is International Day of Friendship - a day to acknowledge the bonds that bring us together. To celebrate this underrated holiday, we’ve gathered a few stories of friendships formed while using HomeExchange.

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Guide to home exchange

Short on GuestPoints? Here's how you can get more!

Are you hoping to go on your next vacation, but find yourself needing more GuestPoints to make an exchange? From hosting guests to filming videos about your experience, HomeExchange has many ways you can earn GuestPoints.

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Travel Inspiration and Tips

Check out our Northeastern road trip guide!

If you’re looking to plan out a road trip to the Northeast or if you’ve already completed our New England road trip guide and are keeping your eyes peeled for your next adventure, then we’ve got you covered with our guide to taking on the Northeast.

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Travel Inspiration and Tips

Dive into these waterfront vacation homes on HomeExchange

With the summer sun beaming down, there’s nothing like dipping your toes in the cool water on a stifling summer day. If you’re looking to experience that seasonal bliss, HomeExchange has a wide selection of waterfront vacation homes to help you cool off and dive into summer fun!

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My HomeExchange story: "It's a global community of people who trust each other!"

Read Liliana’s reflections on her time in Colorado, the HomeExchange member who swept in and helped make it possible for them to visit their newborn granddaughter, tips, and other treasured memories with HomeExchange.

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Plan Your Outdoor Getaway with HomeExchange

With summer halfway over, there’s no time like the present to bask in the sun before the chilly fall weather sets in. Whether you want a cabin in the woods, sweeping countryside views, or a lakeside home, HomeExchange has a wide selection of accommodations to help you get back to nature.

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Travel Inspiration and Tips

7 Hiking Safety Tips to Know Before You Hit the Trail

The warm weather means that many people are hoping to go on a hike and enjoy the warm weather. To make sure you’re prepared, we’ve put together a short list of safety tips so that you can hit the trail confidently and safely.

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Travel Inspiration and Tips

Where to Watch Fireworks Shows This Fourth of July

The Fourth of July is this Monday, and if you’re still scrambling to find an impressive fireworks show to end your holiday with a bang, we’ve got you covered! Check out our selection of celebrations across the country that you can either attend yourself or stream.

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Travel Inspiration and Tips

Enjoy a pet-friendly getaway with these 6 homes

Pets can be great companions while on vacation, but it can be tricky finding pet-friendly accommodations. Luckily, there’s a vast number of pet-friendly homes on HomeExchange!

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Travel Inspiration and Tips

7 American Hiking Trails for Beginners

It’s summer, and the longer days means that it’s the perfect season to go on a hike. But what if you’re not an experienced trekker? We’ve put together a list of American hiking trails for beginners to get you started.

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