A warm welcome to all our members of Home Exchange Australia!

Thank you for choosing to be a part of this vibrant community where home exchange dreams come alive! Drew and Kathy, the passionate Sydney-based Founders of People Like Us, alongside our entire team, are home exchangers. We love forging connections and the thrill of affordable travel.

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Here's why becoming a Premium Member is a game-changer

Unlimited Exchanges: Travel more, pay less. Enjoy a full year of limitless home swaps with no added costs.
 
Connect Globally: View and chat with over 10,000 like-minded members from 120 countries—your next travel buddy is just a message away!
 
Find Your Perfect Match: With our robust search tools, including calendars, preferred destinations, and 150+ filters, your dream home exchange is at your fingertips.
 
Build Trust with Badges: Gain credibility with verification and reviews, and stand out in the community.
 
Priority Support: Get personalized assistance whenever you need it, ensuring smooth and stress-free exchanges.
 
Earn Globes for Flexible Exchanges: Collect and use Globes to unlock even more travel opportunities!

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Why is People Like Us the most trusted home exchange community?

Trust and Safety First: Your peace of mind is our priority. That's why we place trust and safety at the core of every exchange.

Identity Verification: Strengthen trust with every exchange through our secure identity verification process, ensuring safe and reliable connections.

Loved by Our Members: Ranked #1 in the Homestay Category among businesses with more than 500 reviews on Trustpilot


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Meet people like us.


KAREN

Bath PA United States

"The most welcoming home exchange site that I am a member of. Great community."

RYAN ALAN

Avon CO United States

"If you have ever thought of home exchanging, People Like Us is the ONLY website and community you should turn to to give it a try. It will quickly make you realize what you’ve been missing and make you question why you waited so long to try home exchanging. Welcome!"

Karin and Peter

Norrbottens län Sweden

"The most friendliest home exchange comunity there is!"

PENNY LEA

Kamloops BC Canada

"We absolutely love this PLU Family that we are all a part of! Nothing compares to the wonderful and amazing friends that we have made, and continue to make :) We never thought that we would even want to exchange our home but now we can't get enough of looking for exchanges!"

Sandra

Alstonville NSW Australia

"PLU is as much a global family as it is a home exchange site. Other members feel like friends, especially the ones we have exchanged with. Members care about each other's welfare and we even have a Secret Santa at Christmas!"

KATHERINE MARINA

Taupō New Zealand

"We have recommended PLU to a few people who have joined and are active on the fb page . We tell them it’s the best home exchange group and to come and join us and see for themselves."

JANICE ANGELA

Rosny TAS Australia

"We have used a number of home exchange sites over a couple of decades. PLU is now a favorite as the philosophy is one of trust and respect, values we hold dear. It will only improve as new members join."

ROSEMARY ANN

Edinburgh Scotland United Kingdom

"Great site & network. We were with another home swap site for many years, but we are so impressed by PLU. So friendly, accessible & true to the sustainable ethos of the original home swap organisations"

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

There are four types of exchanges: Simultaneous: you and another member exchange your homes at the same time. Non-simultaneous: you exchange with another member but you travel at different times. If you don't know when you'll travel for the second leg, you can leave the dates blank and bank a future exchange. Non-reciprocal: in this type of exchange, you stay in another member's home but they do not come to yours. In a non-reciprocal exchange, you have full use of the home. In People Like Us, you can host a non-reciprocal exchange just to make you feel good, or you can do it for a Globe, PLU's token system. When you earn a Globe, you can use it to travel to someone else's home. Hospitality: also a non-reciprocal exchange in that only you travel to the other member's home and they don't come to yours, but in a hospitality stay, you only have partial use of the home and the other member will also be there. You can also use a Globe for a hospitality stay.

Home exchange is a vacation accommodation solution where people swap their homes with other travellers without money changing hands. It allows families to stay in their exchange partner's home while the other party stays in theirs. Home exchange can be reciprocal (simultaneous or non-simultaneous) or non-reciprocal.

Home exchange involves a free swap of homes between two parties, whereas renting a vacation home involves paying a rental fee. Home exchange offers a cost-effective and immersive way to experience different destinations.

The exchange itself is free, but to access all the benefits of home exchange, a yearly membership fee applies when joining People Like Us. https://peoplelikeus.world/premium

Yes, home exchange can involve various accommodations like houses, apartments, villas, and houseboats. Exchanges often involve different types of homes depending on location and preferences. People Like Us offers a plethora of accommodations to explore and enjoy.

Open communication and clear expectations are vital for a memorable and enjoyable exchange. Discuss any questions or concerns with your partner beforehand. Here are a few tips to prepare your home for a successful home exchange: > Clean thoroughly: Create a welcoming space for your guests. > Clear out space: Ensure enough closet and storage room for them. > Provide clear instructions: Detailed info on amenities helps them feel at ease. > Arrange key exchange: Coordinate with your partner for a smooth arrival. > Prepare for arrival: Add a personal touch with a warm welcome gesture.

Home exchange at People Like Us is based on trust and reciprocity. Secure messaging, Identity, and phone verification, as well as open communication and clear expectations with potential partners, ensure safe exchanges.