You are probably wondering what you are going to need to think about before you make your first vacation swap. At the beginning, it's a bunch of things, but once you've got them in place it'll be a lot easier the next time around. Below we've gathered together a list of suggestions to help you feel secure in your decision.
First, it's important to know that it takes some initiative to make an exchange happen. We try to make it as simple as possible though. Our members contact each other directly using our integrated messaging system to start a dialog that could lead to an exchange. It is not unusual to make and receive several offers before you find just the right partner. Our online system supports many different types of alternative holiday forms.
Many exchangers with large homes would be happy to trade for an adequate apartment/condominium in central Paris, London, Rome or San Francisco. Others are looking for a quiet getaway. An exchange is "equal" when both parties are satisfied with their arrangements.
You'll be surprised! Take some time writing extra text for your listing and tell potential exchange partners all about your neighborhood, why you love living there, what can they see and do in the region. Don't forget, your partner will be on holiday and has time to explore. Everyone lives near something interesting, because \"interesting\" is often nothing more than the unfamiliar.
In many cases an exchange of cars is an important part of the exchange deal, but not always. It's a good idea to think clearly about whether you are comfortable driving in New York City or London.
Do check with your insurance provider and let them know that you will have guests while you are gone. Most companies will tell you that an unoccupied home is a bigger risk for theft and vandalism than an occupied one and they are happy to know that yours won't be sitting empty while you are away. Ask if there are any special arrangements you need to make, and don't forget to let your exchange partner know about any insurance requirements for locking doors, activating alarm systems, etc. This should be included in the information packet about your home that you will leave for them.
Intervac:s medlemsprofiler omfattar många val, Från icke-rökare, till handikappsanpassad, från inga husdjur till privat pool Du kan lägga till ett obegränsat antal foton i din profil. Glöm inte att specificera dina behov tydligt så att en bytes partner (som söker efter dig också) kan hitta dig.
It's easy, just fill out our short registration and pay your membership fee or choose our free trial membership if you are not sure. It's good for 21 days and gives you full access to our site. Then log in and begin building your listing right away. It will not be visible for other members until after you have filled in all the required fields.
If you have more questions regarding Home Exchange, Intervac membership or our online online tools and services, consult our FAQ-page with more information.
1. Genom semesterbyte kan du främja internationella kontakter och uppleva nya saker.
You can make a difference!
Semesterbyte blir ofta en annorlunda erfarenhet, man bor en tid i ett främmande land eller kultur . Du befinner dig i din utbytes partnerns kultur och livsstil . Ofta får man kontakt med grannar eller deras vänner . Du kommer att upptäcka lokala butiker , sevärdheter och smak . Semesterbyte gör ferien mer personlig och en helt andra erfarenhet . Många utbytes familjer förblir vänner långt efter utbytet , man håller kontakt med varandra ' s familjer per telefon och e-post .
2. Eliminate Hotel and Car Expenses
Suddenly, any destination in the world is affordable!
While exchanging there is no pressing reason for you to blow your budget on hotels or car rentals. Home exchange is the way that your family can afford to visit places you have only dreamed about. Exchanging homes leaves your budget free to spring for special tours, dining or entertainment.
3. No more charge for extra luggage
Suddenly, any destination in the world is affordable!
Go ahead, imagine your luggage from your last holiday. Open it up, and remove all the stuff you took, because you might need it. Now, dare to imagine this: You are exchanging with a family in Sweden, and they have kids the same ages as yours. Just as adults enjoy driving a holiday car, kids delight in a temporary toy exchange. There will be something for everyone: a different "favorite coffee cup", different books to read at bedtime, movies you might not have seen or music you haven't heard. These are all a part of your exchange partner's every day lifestyle and they are available for your use at your exchange partner's home.
4. The Comfort of Living in a House
Let the kids play outside in the yard while you take a hot bath.
Kom hem efter en hård dag med shopping och sightseeing till värmen i er bytespartners hem. Sitt ner i en bekväm stol, och lägga upp fötterna, är du på semester. Du har tid och utrymme nog för alla. Du är inte begränsad till ett hotellrum med hela familjen, inte heller måste du köra iväg till en restaurang eller prova att värma nappflaskan i ett badrum handfat. Umgås istället och laga en familj middag tillsammans. Titta på en film, njuta av varandra. Sakta ner. Ta dig tid. Du har förtjänat det.
5. Security and Peace of Mind
Your home is not empty, and the newspapers and mail are not piling up, the plants are watered, the lawn mowed. The dog is still barking in the back yard and, even though you are happily touring Chateaux on the Loire, at home life appears to go on as usual. Our members take excellent care of each other's property while vacationing.
6. Curated Database Mix
En annan fördel med vår långa erfarenhet är vad vi kallar vår medlems mix. Detta avser andelen medlemmar vi har i Europa-vs-Nordamerika, eller engelsktalande länder-vs-resten av världen. Vi utvärderar dessa och andra förhållanden och försöker marknadsföra så att vi får balans mellan utbud och efterfrågan.