February 20th, 2008
You Stay In My House While I Stay In Yours
You Stay In My House While I Stay In Yours
By Viola Woolcott
It wouldn’t really be for me, but if you don’t mind the “You stay in my house while I stay in yours”, this may be for you.
HOW DOES IT WORK?
Home Exchange is the vacation alternative where you stay in my house and I stay in yours.HOW DO I MAKE AN EXCHANGE?
It’s as easy as 1-2-31. Click on a country or state where you want to go.
2. Click on an interesting Listing
3. Send a privacy protected email to that Listing directly from the site
Of course, with your own Listing posted, you will be getting inquiries from around the world.
IS IT SAFE?
In 14 years and tens of thousands of exchanges,we’ve never had a report of a theft, malicious vandalism, or a case of someone getting to their exchange home and finding a vacant lot.Don’t be worried about “Having a Stranger in Your House” . Think of home exchange as Internet Dating for your home. Before you would actually go on a date with someone you met on the internet, you would exchange some emails, talk on the phone a few times, and swap recent photos. By the time you agreed to meet, it wouldn’t be with a “stranger”. You wouldn’t go on a date if you didn’t feel a connection, and the same goes for a home exchange.
Good Communication Minimizes Misplaced Expectations. Ask questions about the home and area, make sure you see photos.
Ask for referrals about prior exchanges.
Agree on the ground rules for your exchange, Sample Agreements are provided as guidelines www.homeexchange.com/gb_appendix.php#confirmation
WHAT DO YOU DO ABOUT VALUABLES?
It is prudent to put away really valuable items and jewelry, but usually just leave things where they are (…read more)
For more information click on the link below:
Home Exchange
Whatever your own idea of a perfect home for a special holiday, stop dreaming! Check out the hundreds of exchange offers and discover your own special home swap vacation base. It would be nice to hear your stories!
February 20th, 2008
Stacey Derbinshire Says :
I found your blog on google and read a few of your other posts. I just added you to my Google News Reader. Keep up the good work. Look forward to reading more from you in the future.
Stacey Derbinshire
February 20th, 2008
Lois Says :
Thanks for publishing a post about home exchange vacations - it costs a small amount to join a reputable agency but the savings that are made on accommodation can be huge. I hope you will visit my blog for more information about home exchange:
http://homeexchangetravel.blogs.com
Cheers
February 20th, 2008
Fun Travels Says :
Hi Lois - I have checked your site and details before adding it here and was impressed. I am aware of the joining fee and find as you are a reputable agency it seems somehow ’safer’ for your clients. I have just been on your BLOG and left a message. I will come back and check again
Viola
February 20th, 2008
webmaster Says :
Very NICE OFF TOPIC Post Viola - really enjoy reading what you come up with - you might like to add, that in exchanging homes - getting one that is WARM in Winter is preferred
I know you know what I mean X
February 20th, 2008
Fun Travels Says :
Yes I DO know what you mean and YES, that’s a VERY important issue. Thanks for pointing it out.
Viola
February 23rd, 2008
Anne Says :
Good, on target posting. Home exchanging began in Europe in the mid fifties and it’s gaining in popularity all around the world. I publish a blog on the subject which is updated constantly.
Please visit http://exchangehomesblog.com
February 24th, 2008
Fun Travels Says :
Hi Anne - nice BLOG. Thanks for the link.
Viola