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 "year of the squeeze", many of us are having to look at cost savings and ditch many of the non-essentials.
But what about holidays? Everybody needs a break from time to time and, after the past two years, many of us are in need of a holiday more than ever!
Swap homes: arrange free holiday accommodation
Cut the cost of your holiday by swapping homes
The good news is that by arranging a home swap you'll slash the cost of your holidays by up to 90%. The thing is, by choosing to swap homes rather than booking a hotel or holiday rental, your accommodation is completely free, and so you and your family can enjoy that much needed break but at a fraction of the cost.
What is a home swap holiday?
Home swapping, also known as a home exchange, is where you agree with someone living in a destination you'd like to visit to swap homes for the duration of the holiday. You can arrange a home swap for anything from a weekend getaway, a 2-week holiday or even a 6+ month long term exchange.
Additional cost savings (cars, bikes, laundry and lunch!)
Forget cramped hotel rooms - nothing beats the space and comforts of staying in a real home. You'll have all the conveniences of a 'home from home' ...which can be a real plus for family holidays. You'll have full use of a fully equipped kitchen and laundry facilities. Preparing your own breakfasts and even a packed lunch for a day out exploring is an excellent way to make additional savings.
Cars and bikes: Many home swappers are also happy to exchange cars / offer use of their bikes during a swap, giving you more flexibility and even more cost savings.
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"I used the Home Base Holidays website to arrange a home swap holiday in London. I had a wonderful time and saved a lot of money by cooking a few meals at 'home' (I liked shopping at the local food markets and little shops) - this meant I could afford to splurge once in a while on excellent meals out."
- Arthur
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How to arrange a home swap holiday?
The easiest way is to sign up to a home swap club such as the London based, Home Base Holidays. On signing up, you will go through quick steps to add your offer (details about your home and where/when you want to holiday). Home Base Holidays has home swap offers in over 90 countries and includes everything from city apartments, country cottages and even a few houseboats and yurts! Once you've added your offer, the next step is to start contacting other members to discuss and plan your holiday, whether that's a staycation or a home swap overseas.
Check out the Home Base Holidays step-by-step guide to arranging a home Swap Holiday. You'll also find lots of travel tips and advice here on the Travel the Exchange Way blog. We always love to hear from people interested in home swapping and so do contact us with any questions.
Looking for a spring or summer break? Search home swap holiday offers
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Tip: make sure to give yourself plenty of time to find and agree a home swap holiday. Communication is key to successful swaps and so make sure to discuss all details with the other member before agreeing to a swap.
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A few home swap holiday offers for 2022:
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| Paris, France |
Insch, Scotland |
Lake District, England |
Symi Island, Greece |
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Home Base Holidays: join for free and start home swapping
Sign up to Home Base Holidays two-week free trial or select a full membership (6-month membership is just £29 and 1-year at £49).
Home swap guarantee: second year free if you do not arrange a swap during your membership.
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