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1 year of B Corp certification: a retrospective and our future ambitions

One year ago, HomeExchange celebrated the achievement of B Corp certification. This international label launched by the NGO B Lab is focused on helping companies become agents of change, in order to accelerate

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Take part in our video challenge!

Want to help even more people discover the wonders of home swapping? Read on! Most of HomeExchange’s community remembers what it’s like to start your home swapping journey. There are inevitable

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Check out our new map on HomeExchange

If you’ve been a long time user of HomeExchange, you might have noticed that our map looks a little different 👀 We’ve changed our map provider to Jawg so that we can

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Love Home Swap joins the HomeExchange family

The Love Home Swap community, a UK-based home exchanging site, will be joining HomeExchange, the #1 home exchange community in the world.

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Check out Your Place or Mine on Netflix for another movie about home swapping

Are you on the hunt for another romantic comedy about home swapping after binge watching The Holiday this winter? Well, you’re in luck, because today, Netflix has released a new film just in time for Valentine’s Day: Your Place or Mine!

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Community, commitment, and values: our vision for the future at HomeExchange

As we dive into 2023, we have a lot of things planned - from badges to improving the quality of the site. Read more about what else is coming up!

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The Holiday 2: Myth or Reality?

Released in December 2006, the romantic comedy The Holiday was supposed to have a sequel, according to an announcement made in early December 2022 by the British newspaper, The Sun. While Nancy Meyers,

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A note from our founders

Our founders share their reflections and gratitude for the evolution of HomeExchange and the community these past 30 years.

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The Next Generation of HomeExchangers

HomeExchange is celebrating its 30th anniversary this year, and we couldn't celebrate this anniversary without honoring our community! We first wanted to thank our most faithful members, the "old-timers", who have been there

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HomeExchange Through Time

HomeExchange is celebrating its 30th anniversary this year, making this the perfect occasion to take a look at the archives of the site and the history of home exchange, but also to thank

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The HomeExchange Cookbook is Here!

We put together a small cookbook featuring 15 recipes from our members that are sure to have your mouth watering. There's something delicious for every occasion, so take a look!

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We recreated the movie The Holiday in real life!

Who hasn't dreamed of living the adventures of their favorite movie characters? The HomeExchange team is not going to deny it! And for Christmas 2021, after two complicated years, we have decided to

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Where Do We See Ourselves in the Next Few Years?

It’s been almost three years since we merged the GuestToGuest and former HomeExchange communities to form the new HomeExchange community, so we wanted to take some time to reflect on the past

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A Letter from Virginie, Our Head of the Product Team

Hello, I’m Virginie, working in the Product team with Kate, Nathalie, Marko and Liliane. We’re also collaborating alongside our team of developers: Emeric, Adelise, Aimé, David, Florient, Huy, Mathieu, Romain, Vincent,

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HomeExchangers Got Talent 2021

Join our contest and share what you love most about your home in whatever way you choose!

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Share Your Experiences Through Videos!

HomeExchangers are used to sharing their experiences and recommendations with the community, so how about adding more through videos?

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How to send successful HomeExchange swap requests

While looking for your summer exchange, it's important to send personal, warm messages. It increases your chance of finalizing an exchange and makes our community a wonderful place to be. Here are 5

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What to know about coronavirus vaccine passports and travel

What is a coronavirus vaccine passport, and how could it impact international travel?

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HomeExchange Shared & Seen by Children

HomeExchange helps children to discover the world through encounters and adventures, and to grow up by teaching them welcoming and sharing.

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Share your local life with our community on Instagram!

Take our community along with you for a day or two around where you live! To the market, your neighbourhood park, show us your corner of the world!

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HomeExchange stands against discrimination

Discrimination does not have a home on our platform. HomeExchange is committed to promoting diversity and inclusion within our community, based on trust and respect.

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    HomeExchange
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What's new? January edition

Our team has been working hard to bring to you more features to make it easier to organize your future exchanges.

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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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Combat Blue Monday With Us!

Blue Monday is here and we’re ready for it! Our community shares their brightest smiles and what makes them happy.

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What’s new? November edition

Our team continues working hard to bring to you more features to make it easier to organize your future exchanges.

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