2023-06-01 09:22
It's always so nice to hear Home Base Holidays members' home swap holiday experiences. Bernard & Nathalie swapped their house in Paris's suburbs for a two week holiday in Lynda & Ia… Read More
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2023-05-17 11:17
Kinlochleven lies at the eastern end of the beautiful sea loch, Loch Leven
Our first home swap exploring the Scottish Highlands
"We have just come back from our first ever home swap holida… Read More
2023-05-10 08:15
Expat life? Home exchanging can be an excellent option when visiting 'home'
Living overseas? If so, home swapping can be an excellent way to arrange comfortable free accommodation when retu… Read More
2023-04-27 09:06
London is getting ready for King Charles' Coronation on the 6th May
With Union Jacks already up on many streets in the city, London is gearing up for the Coronation of King Charles III on 6… Read More
2023-04-20 08:33
How much does it cost to arrange a home swap?
Q: Please could you advise me of any additional costs involved when a home exchange has been agreed, i.e. any costs to yourselves or to the exc… Read More
2023-04-11 09:03
Home swapping is a great way to enjoy a fabulous holiday this spring and summer but at a fraction of the cost. Through Home Base Holidays you'll find many tempting home swap offers including… Read More
2023-03-30 08:26
Thinking of moving abroad? Try a home swap 'test run'
If you’re tempted to move abroad but are nervous about taking the plunge, home exchanging can be a great way to get a feel for a… Read More
2023-03-23 09:39
Home swap holiday exploring the delightful South Downs
"We've just returned from a lovely two and a half week home swap holiday in the South Downs, West Sussex. We swapped with Timothy and… Read More
2023-03-02 15:43
Bell Lane House: Sally's beautiful cottage in Gloucestershire, England
It's always lovely to hear from Home Base Holidays members about their home swaps. Sally Hadley sent in this lovely fe… Read More
2023-02-20 09:41
Make a good impression: contact members to suggest a home swap holiday
Successful home swapping is based on good communication and trust. Therefore, when initially contacting members to su… Read More
2023-02-15 12:28
Q: I've just signed up to Home Base Holidays and am very excited to start home swapping. However, I am new to this and slightly apprehensive about sharing personal details with other m… Read More
2023-02-14 12:09
The Coach House: Susan and Jim's beautiful home in Northumberland
Home swap holiday to a lovely cottage surrounded by hillsides
"We had a fabulous 9 day home swap holiday staying in The Co… Read More
2023-02-02 12:47
Long-term swaps are ideal for digital nomads, writers or any other location independent workers
Most home swaps are for holiday periods of one to three weeks or, closer to home, for long we… Read More
2023-01-26 15:55
Guest blog post: Janis Fisher Chan is a writer, editor and passionate traveller who loves home exchanging. If you love travel and love getting a real feel for your destination, Jan… Read More
2023-01-26 08:55
Miriam and family enjoyed a wonderful swap in London's Battersea
Our London home swap: a perfect gem with fantastic owners
"We travelled from the States swapping to Rosemary's lovely home… Read More
2023-01-24 10:28
More and more people are discovering the benefits of home swapping. The majority of home swaps are simply to arrange a holiday while enjoying free accommodation in your home from home. Howe… Read More
2023-01-06 15:51
First time home swapping: Andalucia and Devon
We love receiving feedback from Home Base Holidays members' on their experiences home swapping. Shown below are the trip reports from fir… Read More
2022-12-20 08:46
Merry Christmas! Best wishes from everyone here at the Travel the Home Exchange Way blog and Home Base Holidays. We hope you have a wonderful holiday season with friends and family... and h… Read More
2022-12-14 10:02
Looking for a budget friendly break? Try a home swap holiday
We're all starting to feel the pinch with the cost of pretty much everything on the rise. Many of us are having to look at cost… Read More
2022-12-09 12:04
It's been great to see Home Base Holidays members enjoying home swap holidays in 2022. In addition to swaps closer to home (a trend we see continuing into 2023!), it was also so nice… Read More
2022-12-08 11:07
Getting ready for a home exchange holiday? Many first time home swappers worry about how they should prepare their home for their guests' arrival. It's good to remember that your guests will… Read More
2022-12-08 10:55
Toys and children's books can be a bonus of swapping with another young family
Q: Hello Home Base Holidays team! I've been browsing offers on your website and am interested in arranging a… Read More
2022-11-21 10:48
BLACK FRIDAY SALE: sign up to Home Base Holiday and start planning a home exchange holiday for 2023. Use the BLACKFRIDAY discount code to save 25% on 6-month and 1-year memberships. … Read More
2022-11-15 15:41
John & Marilyn's beautiful 17th century cottage in Cumbria
Home Base Holidays members, John and Marilyn, started home exchanging over 40 years ago and have now completed well over 100 h… Read More
2022-11-09 09:09
Guest blog post: Janis Fisher Chan is a writer, editor and passionate traveller who loves home exchanging. If you love travel and love getting a real feel for your destination, Janis enco… Read More
2022-10-19 14:49
Views from the villa nestled between the Adriatic coast and the Gran Sasso mountain ranges
Home swap in Abruzzo, Italy: lovely villa with stunning views
"What a fantastic location for a… Read More
2022-10-10 09:54
Guest blog post: Janis Fisher Chan is a writer, editor and passionate traveller who loves home exchanging. If you love travel and love getting a real feel for your destination, Janis enc… Read More
2022-09-29 09:22
Looking for a budget friendly break? Try a home swap holiday
We're all starting to feel the pinch with the cost of food, taxes, mortgages and energy bills all going the wrong way. Many of u… Read More
2022-09-22 09:34
Home swap in Teignmouth: a gorgeous house with superb sea views
"Our home swap holiday with Judith and John couldn't have been more relaxing. Their gorgeous home sits high on the hill givi… Read More
2022-08-26 14:09
"At the beginning of August, we visited the island of Madeira off the coast of Portugal. We arranged a home swap with a family's lovely large villa on Madeira while they stayed in our apar… Read More
2022-08-12 14:00
Summer swap: lovely house in a along the Cornish coastal path
"Just enjoyed a perfect house exchange holiday, both from the perspective of a lovely house in a beautiful location, and also… Read More
2022-08-12 10:08
Q: I've been browsing offers on the Home Base Holidays website and am very interested in the idea of arranging a home swap holiday. It looks such a good idea but, as this would be my first… Read More
2022-08-12 10:04
Staycation in Cornwall: an idyllic swap staying in a lovely village
"Just home after an idyllic home swap summer holiday staying in Sally and Rob’s lovely bungalow in Cornwall. We ar… Read More
2022-08-01 09:41
Q: We have a traditional cottage in Devon which we have been successfully holiday letting for many years. However, we are becoming more and more disillusioned with the holiday letting indus… Read More
2022-07-19 14:39
Home swap in Spain: amazing scenery and lovely thoughtful hosts
"We swapped to Teresa's lovely apartment set in a charming town in the heart of the Pyrenees.
The surrounding area was stun… Read More
2022-07-11 08:38
Whether you're planning a staycation or a trip abroad, home exchanging is an excellent holiday option. We always love to hear from Home Base Holidays members about their swaps. The key to… Read More
2022-06-27 09:03
Guest blog post: Janis Fisher Chan is a writer, editor and passionate traveller who loves home exchanging. If you love travel and love getting a real feel for your destination, Janis en… Read More
2022-06-17 08:02
Home swap in Rebenacq: fantastic home in a glorious location
"We all loved our family holiday in the stunning village of Rebenacq, in the South of France.
Our home swap host, Mariann… Read More
2022-06-07 10:26
Last minute getaway: still time to plan a summer home swap holiday
It's always best to give yourself plenty of time when planning a home exchange holiday. However, if you're still looking… Read More
2022-05-25 08:37
Relax and enjoy the river views from this home swap offer in Limoux, France
Guest blog post: Janis Fisher Chan is a writer, editor and passionate traveller who loves home exchanging. I… Read More
2022-05-16 08:40
Experienced home swappers know the importance of including a full description of their home in their exchange offer, along with good quality up-to-date photos showing interior and exterior… Read More
2022-05-09 08:08
Home swapping is a great way to enjoy a fabulous holiday this summer but at a fraction of the cost. Through Home Base Holidays you'll find many tempting home swap offers including country co… Read More
2022-04-28 08:43
Staycation swap: weekend markets & walks in the Cotswolds
"It was our first home swap holiday and we really couldn't have wished for a better experience. All our communications wit… Read More
2022-04-22 10:04
We are very aware that our home swap community encourages people to travel and so, as a responsible business, Home Base Holidays always urges members to use the service thoughtfully, limit… Read More
2022-04-14 14:13
It's always so nice to see different types of properties available for home swapping - be it houseboats, campervans, static caravans, treehouses etc. This lovely trip report was sent to us b… Read More
2022-03-29 14:26
Sally & Jerry's wonderful colonial style bungalow in Kandy, Sri Lanka
Kandy, Sri Lanka: home swap holiday & magical wedding day!
"After spending her early years in Sri Lank… Read More
2022-03-21 09:42
Home swapping can be an ideal holiday option for pet owners
To many pet owners the thought of leaving their dog or cat in a kennel or cattery while they go on holiday is enough to make… Read More
2022-03-10 09:52
Planning your first home swap holiday? One question many first time home swappers ask is how best to exchange keys with their home swap guests. Many people simply choose to send their keys b… Read More
2022-03-02 14:19
Guest blog post: Janis Fisher Chan is a writer, editor and passionate traveller who loves home exchanging. She recently shuttered her informational website, Travel on the House, where thi… Read More
2022-02-28 12:29
Guest blog post: Janis Fisher Chan is a writer, editor and passionate traveller who loves home exchanging. She recently shuttered her informational website, Travel on the House, where thi… Read More
2022-02-21 14:15
Staycation swap: converted old Vicarage in East Sussex
"We had a fabulous stay at Danielle and Austin's house in Buxted. This was our first home swap and they made it incredibly easy to… Read More
2022-02-11 10:40
Holidays 2022: Looking for a budget friendly break?
We're all starting to feel the pinch with the cost of food, taxes and energy bills all going the wrong way. With 2022 being dubbed the… Read More
2022-01-31 15:52
Add a holiday/second home at no additional cost
Q: I live in Bristol, England but am lucky enough to also have a small (but lovely!) holiday apartment in Tuscany, Italy. I’ve be… Read More
2022-01-20 09:47
Megan & Andy enjoyed a wonderful holiday in Tim & Jan's home in Auvergne
The past two years have been hard on us all, but it's been an especially stressful time for healthcare s… Read More
2021-12-20 14:43
Christmassy cottage in Norfolk (click image to view offer)
Merry Christmas from everyone here at the Travel the Home Exchange Way blog and Home Base Holidays. We hope you have a fanta… Read More
2021-12-15 14:44
During 2021, as travel restrictions started to ease, it was so nice to see so many Home Base Holidays members again arranging home swap holidays. In particular, we saw a big boom in member… Read More
2021-12-10 10:30
Start planning your home swap holidays for 2022
Now is a good time to start penciling in your home swap holiday plans for 2022. Whether you're looking for a staycation or planning a tri… Read More
2021-11-23 13:04
Arrange home swap holiday accommodation for 2022
BLACK FRIDAY SALE: save 25% on your Home Base Holiday membership during our Black Friday sale. Start planning your home exchange holiday… Read More
2021-11-18 15:10
Home swap holiday: Ramsbottom to the Scottish Highlands
"We enjoyed excellent communication with Pat prior to our home swap which made settling into their comfortable Highlands home v… Read More
2021-11-15 16:23
Ellen & Mel visited the Leighton Moss RSPB Reserve during the swap
We love hearing Home Base Holidays members' home swap travel experiences. Shown below is the lovely feedback from me… Read More
2021-11-08 15:36
Last minute getaway? Start planning a winter home exchange
We'd always recommend giving yourself plenty of time to arrange a home exchange holiday. However, there can be times where the t… Read More
2021-10-25 11:10
Win a Kindle Paperwhite, ideal for your next home swap getaway
Send us your best travel 'like a local' photos taken during a home swap holiday to be in a with chance of winning a Kindle P… Read More
2021-10-07 09:03
Over the summer it was so lovely to see so many new Home Base Holidays members arranging their first home swap holidays. For many first time swappers, it can feel a little daunting knowing… Read More
2021-09-27 09:24
Stunning River Thames views from Ellen & Simon's apartment in London
We love hearing Home Base Holidays members' home swap experiences! Shown below is a recent trip report from member… Read More
2021-09-18 12:05
Whitby home swap: Jack and 'the stone museum'
We love hearing members' home swap experiences and so were delighted to receive the lovely trip report (below) from Home Base Holidays me… Read More
2021-09-17 11:01
Q: I'm looking to arrange a home swap holiday later in the year. How much does it cost to join Home Base Holidays and are there any additional costs involved when a home swap has been agr… Read More
2021-09-08 12:43
We're delighted to announce a new partnership with P&O Ferries - Home Base Holidays members can now receive a 5% discount on bookings across all their routes!
Home Base Hol… Read More
2021-08-31 09:41
Over the summer it's been lovely to see so many Home Base Holidays members again enjoying their home swap holidays. However, there are still quite a few members who have not yet been able t… Read More
2021-08-20 14:24
Josie & Paul's beautiful thatched cottage located next to the Exmoor National Park
"We had such a wonderful summer home exchange staying in Josie and Paul's gorgeous thatched cottag… Read More
2021-08-11 11:47
One of the (many) advantages of a home swap holiday over a holiday rental or hotel room is the chance it gives to really experience living like a local. Although home swappers will leave… Read More
2021-08-02 14:05
Bee & Derek's waterfront home on the Sunshine Coast, Queensland, Australia
Bee and Derek, Home Base Holidays members, and very experienced home exchangers, from Noosa, Queensland… Read More
2021-07-13 11:28
As a UK based travel company, Home Base Holidays, like so many others, has been badly affected by travel restrictions during the Covid-19 pandemic. However, as business gradually returns t… Read More
2021-07-09 13:10
Anticipation is at fever pitch for tomorrow night's 8pm kick-off of the Euro 2020/21 final between England and Italy at Wembley stadium. This is England's biggest game in 55 years and agai… Read More
2021-07-08 14:53
Nadia & Stan had an excellent home exchange looking after Jo & Rus's four alpacas
"Jo and Rus were a real pleasure to home exchange with. The communication was excellent thr… Read More
2021-07-02 13:09
When planning a home swap holiday, the initial messages between you and the other home swapper are very important as they give you the chance to ask / answer questions so that you get a goo… Read More
2021-06-18 12:52
Q: We're getting very excited to go on our first home exchange this August during the school holidays! I just have a couple of quick questions that I was unsure about (I didn't want to keep… Read More
2021-06-04 12:26
Home Base Holidays members, Karen & Chris, had an excellent swap in Swanage
"Our first break away this year, as lockdown started to ease, and it couldn't have been better! The flat… Read More
2021-05-28 11:18
Sophie and Bill enjoyed a perfect post-lockdown home swap
"The moment we could after lockdown, we headed to Garway Hill for a home exchange with Corinne & Colin. Their attractive Ed… Read More
2021-05-17 11:41
First home swap holiday? For many first time swappers, preparing for a home exchange holiday can feel a little daunting. In addition to getting your home ready for your guests, it's also kn… Read More
2021-05-06 08:03
Best location: Julia and David's home is in central London's Marylebone
"We had such a wonderful home exchange in Julia and David's central London apartment. We absolutely loved the fla… Read More
2021-04-26 15:04
Lake District home swap: beautiful Lake Windermere
"We had a fantastic week long home swap in Windermere in the Lake District. Fiona and Dave’s place is immaculate, centrally loca… Read More
2021-04-22 10:10
Tourism and the environment is always a difficult balance. Of course, if you were to fly half way around the world for a three day home exchange, it could never be classed as 'eco-friendl… Read More
2021-04-15 11:54
With the UK starting to ease lockdown restrictions, many of us are now looking ahead to a (much needed!) summer holiday. Home swapping is a great way to enjoy a fabulous holiday this summer… Read More
2021-04-06 08:02
In need of a getaway? Arrange a weekend home swap holiday
If you're thinking ahead to a post lockdown holiday this summer, arranging a home exchange is an ideal way to enjoy a much ne… Read More
2021-03-22 11:48
Q: We've recently signed up to Home Base Holidays and are now talking to a member in Cornwall about a home exchange hopefully for this summer. I wonder if it is standard practice to leave a… Read More
2021-03-12 09:46
Guest blog post by Home Base Holidays member and experienced home swapper, Tim Robbins.
We have enjoyed 30 plus home swaps. Barbados was hot, Reykjavic was not! But all of them have… Read More
2021-03-09 11:30
Sally and John's beautiful home in the Tuscan village of Tempagnano
"We loved our ten day home exchange staying in Sally and John's home in Tempagnano, Tuscany. The house is beautiful b… Read More
2021-03-05 12:03
Looking ahead to a post-lockdown getaway? Staycations (holidays within your own country) will again be a very popular option this summer as people hold off on overseas travel. We've started… Read More
2021-02-24 11:24
Looking forward to your next home exchange getaway?
The speedy roll-out of vaccinations for the groups most vulnerable to Covid-19 has given us all hope of a gradual return to normality i… Read More
2021-02-17 14:08
Looking ahead to a summer break? Rather than booking a hotel or holiday rental, arranging a home swap through Home Base Holidays will massively cut the cost of your post lockdown getaway and… Read More
2021-02-04 10:29
Bridgerton: the beautiful Regency city of Bath features prominently in the Netflix series
If you love British period dramas, you have probably already discovered a very recent TV series… Read More
2021-01-29 16:44
Cottage by the Brempton RSPB Nature Reserve on the Yorkshire coast (click image to view)
Looking ahead to a post lockdown getaway? Summer staycations will once again be particularly popul… Read More
2021-01-22 10:53
Thinking about swapping city life for country / coastal living?
Over the last year, lockdowns have seen many of us working from home and it's prompted some to want to continue doing so ev… Read More
2021-01-14 09:22
Home swap travel plans postponed until later in the year? With much of the world again in lockdown, many of us will be looking for fun, proactive ways to fill the time and keep our spirits… Read More
2021-01-04 16:26
Even in this most difficult of years for travel and home exchange, we continued to add to our archive of information on every aspect of swapping homes. Unsurprisingly, questions we've recei… Read More
2021-01-01 07:00
As we say goodbye to 2020, we welcome the New Year with positivity and look forward to better times ahead.This year has challenged us all in unprecedented ways and we want to say a big tha… Read More
2020-12-22 16:06
Well, 2020 has sure been a strange year (and that’s putting it mildly); we just hope that you're all doing really well and that you have a lovely relaxing Christmas.
We're in… Read More
2020-12-17 14:31
It's been such a tough year for everyone that loves to travel and we all just hope that 2021 turns out to be a much (much!) better year. However, it's been so nice to see that many Home Base… Read More
2020-12-02 16:11
The exciting announcement that the UK has approved the Pfizer/BioNTech vaccine for widespread use has given a huge boost for travel to return to some semblance of normality soon. With the po… Read More
2020-11-18 10:49
The recent positive news of the success of the Pfizer/BioNTech and Moderna Covid-19 vaccine trials has been a very welcome boost and has given everyone hope that home exchange holidays will… Read More
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