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HomeExchange Members’ Best Memories

HomeExchange allows you to go on cheap vacations, but above all, to live exceptional and unique experiences that a traditional rental or a hotel can’t provide. Whether you travel alone, as a

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Klara's story: My family's Greek home exchange vacation on the Aegean sea

Home swapper Klara traveled to Greece during the summer of 2020 with her four kids to show them everything the beautiful country has to offer.

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Why North American travelers are choosing to home exchange for summer vacation

Members have discovered that home swapping is the best way to feel relaxed and secure on their vacations, especially after several hard months due to the coronavirus. Get inspired by their plans!

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Why travelers are choosing to home exchange for their vacation

Members have discovered that home swapping is the best way to feel relaxed and secure on their vacations, especially after several hard months due to the coronavirus. Get inspired by their plans!

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My HomeExchange story: Overcoming home swapping host worries

Will my guests like my home? Will they take good care of it when they home swap? Will I return to my home just as I found it? Can I do a car exchange too?

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'Traveling shouldn't cost a fortune': Our affordable beach vacation with HomeExchange

Melody and her family spent their summer vacation in North Carolina soaking up the waves, fishing, and stunning sunsets. Traditional accommodation options weren't affordable, but by home swapping they were able to have the trip of their dreams.

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Home swapping pros welcome travelers from around the world

Caroline and her family have completed 16 home swaps, hosting people from around the world with this unique, family-friendly way to travel.

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A summer of European home swaps: my 'total adventure' home exchanging

Australian HomeExchange member Sharon spent more than three months home swapping through Europe. She shares her memories and lessons learned from her budget-friendly travel.

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About Experienzes

We wanted to create a platform to bring the amazing talent from around the world to your living room. Our experiences are virtual, budget friendly and can be enjoyed from the safety and comfort of your home with your loved ones.

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Family plans on safe summer vacations despite coronavirus uncertainty

Liz and her family have planned their summer vacation despite coronavirus concerns, but they have total peace of mind doing so because they are home exchangers.

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My HomeExchange story: 'Budget travel without compromising quality'

Before hosting home exchange guests for the first time, Christine, Thomas and Luca admit they had some doubts. Here's how they overcame their apprehensions and became hosts to people from around the world.

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My HomeExchange story: A fairytale come to life in Copenhagen

Caroline, a HomeExchange Member from Australia who found the community through the movie The Holiday, has now done 18 exchanges. She shares the story of her memorable trip to Copenhagen, Denmark in 2013.

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HomeExchangers' Generosity and Solidarity Amid Global Crisis

We want to highlight some acts of generosity and solidarity of our HomeExchangers, which remind us of the strength of our community and the importance of leaning on each other during hard times.

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10 People Who Made Long-Lasting Friendships By Home Exchanging

One of the benefits of home exchanging is that you stay in real homes and receive warmer welcomes. Hear from HomeExchange members who made lifelong friendships.

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15 People With Kids Who Love Home Exchanging For Families

Taking your whole family on vacation can be expensive and inconvenient, but a home exchange provides flexibility on a budget! Here's what 15 HomeExchange members had to say about home exchanging with kids.

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My HomeExchange story: House swap in Florence, Italy

HomeExchange member Carol shares her story of visiting Italy in February 2020. Carol stayed in a home exchange while in Florence and had an unforgettable experience. The trip was a lot about food, she admits, but also about hospitality and celebration.

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My HomeExchange story: My first time hosting a house swap

Estefania shares the story of her first home swap hosting experience.

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My HomeExchange story: Singapore on a budget

Using HomeExchange made Yvonne's trip budget-friendly and affordable! Learn more about Yvonne's experience in Singapore staying in a home swap.

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Family of 5 saved $30,000+ last year traveling with home exchange

Having a large family and a budget hasn’t stopped Scott and Erica Magdalein from traveling the world. In 2019, the travel enthusiasts traveled for 138 days of the year and saved more than $30,000.

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How a HomeExchange Host Overcame First-Time Worries

Michelle, a HomeExchange member from Italy, has done 17 exchanges and has hosted members from France, Italy and Spain in her home. She shares her initial worries and how she overcame them and grew to love home swapping.

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My HomeExchange story: 'I wouldn't travel any other way'

Michelle, a HomeExchange member who has done nearly one dozen home swaps, shares her experience doing a house swap in Nice, France with her daughters in 2018.

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My HomeExchange Story: Fashion Week in Paris

Robert traveled to Paris for Men's Fashion Week and spent 11 days in the city with HomeExchange. Robert, who has been on eight house swaps, shares his experience of this unforgettable home swap.

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My HomeExchange Story: Zion National Park

HomeExchange member Gina was a guest at a HomeExchange home in St. George, Utah in 2018 with her family. She shares her story of the swap, as well as hosting members at her own home for the first time.

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My HomeExchange Host Story: Canadian Hospitality

Ryan has been a member of HomeExchange for four years and has hosted several exchanges with people from around the world in his home in Ontario, Canada. He shares his experience as a host, including how he was able to overcome his fears of allowing people to live in his home.

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Home Exchanges from a dog's point of view - Meet Crusoe!

Welcome to another post of our Meet a member [https://www.homeexchange.com/blog/tag/stories/] series, to learn about your fellow Community members, or should we say, “fellow furry Community members?” Meet

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