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House swapping is a cheap and interesting way to have an overseas holiday. We look at how to get started.

Imagine exchanging homes for a while with someone on the other side of the world. You get to enjoy exotic surroundings, use their car and look after their house - while they (you hope) do the same for you back home. Welcome to the world of house swapping.

Highlights of this report


Starting out


Finding an agency and setting up your profile Read more

Potential problems


Do your homework before you finalise the exchange Read more

Couch surfing


Access 500,000 couches worldwide Read more

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