The HomeExchange community
300,000+ members opening their doors, sharing their homes and discovering the world differently, for over 30 years!
A global community
United by the belief that home exchanging is the most authentic, sustainable and human way to discover the world.
300,000+
active members around the world.
94,000+
members in our official Facebook groups.
508
exchanges by Carmen & Carlos. A record! 🏆
364
days. The longest exchange ever completed!
Members from all walks of life
Families, retirees, solo travelers, pet owners... every member has their own story!
Marielle
"We are instilling essential values in our daughter: sharing her room and toys, and in return she always takes an interest in the children she meets."
Hugo
"Carolina's warm welcome is one of the best memories of my stay. She showed me a corner of Barcelona that tourists don't know about."
Brigitte & François
"Whether small apartments or villas, every exchange has been absolutely unique for us, in truly authentic neighborhoods."
Heloïse & Biggy
"My dog is welcome in so many homes! HomeExchange offers more flexibility to pet owners."
Hatem & Alex
"Welcoming strangers into your home with trust as your key guiding priciple, it's magnificent."
Stephanie
"The simplicity and reciprocal affection that we felt transformed our home exchange into a beautifully human and heart-warming meeting"
Values that bring us together
Day after day, we build the future of travel together.
Sharing
Our members share much more than their homes: we share stories, memories and our favorite local addresses. Every exchange is an invitation to step into another life!
Trust
We open our door to strangers, so trust is the cornerstone of our community.
Respect
Respect for the home, the neighborhood and the local customs. As guests, we always leave the place as we found it — and sometimes even a little better!
Authenticity
No generic hotel rooms. A real home, perfectly imperfect, a real neighborhood, a real life!
Hospitality
We welcome guests as we would a friend. A little note, a gift, recommendations for the best local spots — these little touches make all the difference!
Exclusive spaces for members
The HomeExchange community goes far beyond home swaps: it grows and flourishes through a shared desire to connect and create bonds, online and in real life!
Our community Facebook groups
More than 94,000 active members in our dedicated groups. Exchange tips, practical questions... our community is always there.
The Community Newsletter
Member news, exchange stories, upcoming events, platform updates — every month in your inbox.
The HomeExchange Forum
Platform updates, exchange opportunities, testimonials, tips and suggestions.
Community meetups
Events organized by members and/or the team, for our community, throughout the year, all over the world.
HomeExchange Days: our community's big get-together!
Every year, thousands of members open their doors to share their home exchanging experiences.
