Travel Inspiration and Tips

The beautiful, diverse country of Australia has more than 1,300 home exchanges, each offering the opportunity to discover Australia through a local's eyes.

There are plenty of home exchanges near excellent skiing and snowboarding spots. Here are a few highlights in ideal locations— and many of them are second homes, so they have more flexible availability.

Still haven't figured out your Labor Day weekend plans? Never fear! There are nearly 4,000 home exchanges in the U.S. with availability over the Labor Day long weekend.

How about a vacation in the mountains this summer? What to see? What to do? We help you discover five must-see destinations in Europe and explore unique activities in each. Look for your

There are many hidden treasures and brand-new activities to discover in beautiful Quebec! Here are some of our favorite adventures "off the beaten path."

Here are some of our favorite luggage and travel accessories from black-owned companies. These travel necessities are must-haves for your next vacation!

Whether you're seeking mountains or coastline, national parks or skiing, British Columbia has it— and much more. We asked our Facebook community to share their favorite things to do in British Columbia.

Make sure your car is well-stocked with snacks and these fun things to keep your kids (and you!) making fun memories while you travel on your road trip.

So you've found a beautiful home exchange near the water and can't wait to dive in. Before you hit the beach, here are some essentials you should consider bringing.

We've found some of the coziest Australian homes to visit this winter; think fireplaces, blankets, pizza ovens, board games and even pet-friendly homes!

These vacation cabins around the US have so much to offer, whether you're traveling solo or with a big family. Escape the city and make memories in the fresh air while staying in one of these gorgeous home swaps!

If you're planning to road trip to a national park this summer, here are 8 across the US that are beginning to reopen, all with nearby home exchanges.

With thousands of home exchanges in the US, it's not hard to find one in a lesser-known destination with plenty of space for the family to relax and stay entertained. Check out our recommendations for lesser-known places for your next vacation!

While inter-state travel in Australia is still off the cards, it is important to be aware of the internal restrictions placed on your state of residence. We have suggested a few fun things to do in your home state that comply with current restrictions.

There is no doubt that ANZAC Day 2020 in Australia and New Zealand will be considerably different this year. Here are some of the ways you can participate while social distancing.

If you had started forming a new habit or meeting a goal at the beginning of quarantine, where would you be now? You have at least a month— how do you want to be a better person at the end of it? Here are some ideas to get you started.

We've compiled a list of the top well-known things to do in Italy, as well as the best lesser-known things to check out.

We asked HomeExchange Members, many of them Ireland locals, to share a few pointers on lesser-known things to do and see when you travel to Ireland!

Here are just a handful of our gorgeous home exchanges in Los Angeles to help you start planning for your next vacation on the west coast.

Whether you're dreaming about travel, planning for your next vacation, or are already on a plane to your next destination, these travel podcasts are ones you won't regret downloading!

Let your imagination take you away with these travel movies and TV shows! Curl up with your favorite sweatpants and a bowl of popcorn and dream about your next trip.

Traveling to Iceland to enjoy volcanoes, hot springs, glaciers, geysers and lava fields can be affordable with a home swap. Here are some of the best things to do and places to stay in the Land of Fire and Ice.

French locals share their suggestions for things to do in France that are unusual and unforgettable. From the best food in Paris to charming small towns in France, these locals share their secrets.

Find out which houses were the most visited on HomeExchange in 2019: inspiring destinations for your next home exchanges