The Home Exchanger

See What PointClickHome had to Say About Intervac!

Leah Konen wrote a very clear article about why home exchange is such a a great way to travel. She also offers some easy to follow steps on how best to get a good swap. And like all PointClickHome stories, there are some great photos to look at. Check it out here.

Need to Travel at the Last Minute?

Sometimes travel sneaks up on us, or we need to make a trip without much notice. Before making expensive plans to stay in a hotel, check out www.intervac.com for last minute home exchanges. Doing this will save you money, and is bound to be more enjoyable. Click on the Last Minute Listings link at the top of your member's home page and see for yourself that there are many people looking for exchanges in the next couple weeks. It’s never too late to organize an exchange as long as you flexible about destination and time. 

FAQ: I've sent out several messages and I Haven't Heard Back Yet. Why?

Please don't let this discourage you. Some members just don't like to say no. So, instead, they say nothing. We encourage all members to respond to other members. But, don't let the lack of response deter you. The more messages you send, the greater your likelihood of getting a great home swap. And if you're really interested in a listing, send them another message a few days after sending the original message to reiterate your interest.

Home Exchange = Free Travel

Due to the knocks our economy has taken, most of us are being forced into making some cutbacks. Some people have started brewing coffee the old fashioned way instead of swinging through Starbucks. Others have been resorting to sack lunches rather than heading across the street to Zino's for a BLT and fries. Whatever the sacrifices are, Intervac members can let out a sigh of relief. For them, vacation is one thing that doesn't have to be cut from this year's To Do list. With the frightening expense of hotels, restaurants, and car rentals out of the way, plane tickets are all you have to think about. If you've save up frequent flier miles, then a home exchange won't cost a penny. The way this year is going, most of us will need a vacation.

London family seeks home exchange in America

An English family is looking to swap with an American family for three weeks from July 21 to August 20.  The family of five's townhome is located in Islington, a lovely area of North London. The pictures on their listing page show how lovely a home this is. It even includes a garden, a rarity for central London. This is a last minute home exchange listing that won't last long. Check out all of Intervac's last minute listings here.

Summer 09: It's Not Too Late For Home Exchange

Most Intervac members have already begun the process of searching for the perfect destination to do a home exchange this summer, but time isn’t up yet. There is still time to find the right exchange for your family this summer. 

To encourage those still on the fence about travel this year, it's important to remember you can get two vacations for the low price of one membership. You can arrange a last minute summer home swap this summer and and also get an early start on next summer. Give in to the temptation of travel this year by home exchanging!