People Like Us

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.


MADELON

Kongsberg Norway

"We joined PLU a few years ago and have since enjoyed several wonderful exchanges. The experience has been fantastic, and we’re excited for many more opportunities to meet new people and discover new cultures and places. The PLU community is incredibly welcoming, it truly feels like being part of a new family with shared values around trust, openness, and the joy of exchanging homes. We highly recommend others to join and give it a try!"

CAROL ANN

Sandringham VIC Australia

"PLU has opened up my world of travel - sky is the limit 😝. Travel often as a Solo - always open to a new opportunity"

Judith

Hamburg Germany

"This is truly the most wonderful platform to swap houses! We have been exchanging ideas for many years and have found that the people and houses here are simply the most beautiful you can imagine. Especially if you are an experienced exchanger, you can feel that the "real home exchange spirit" is alive here – with people who share not only their home, but also their friendliness and outstanding helpfulness. I love this "place" and highly recommend being part of this extraordinary community."

Susan Patricia

Green Point NSW Australia

"Trusting people you don't know with open access to your home could be too overwhelming for some. But, the very close bond enjoyed by PLU members, (primarily through the Facebook group and email communications), overcomes this fear by a real sense of belonging and commitment to respecting each other and our properties. The advice and encouragement shared by the group is amazing; led by the dedication of founder Drew Seitam to making it an exchange platform that meets the needs of members. I thoroughly recommend PLU to prospective home exchangers."

CHRISTINE

Ixworth United Kingdom

"Fantastic home exchange group. Owners listens to the views of his members before instigating any alterations to the membership rules and options. Friendly , trustworthy group. Associate Facebook page, has members who are happy to help, and offer advice. Great community feel."

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!"

KIRSTY

Hersham United Kingdom

"A life changing website! Amazing community and opportunities. People Like Us has changed the way my family travels, and introduced me to lifelong friends. The globe system is a favourite feature of mine. Highly recommend!"

Erin

St. Louis MO United States

"Love PLU! It's wonderful to be able to have adventures all around the world with a community of like-minded people. Highly recommend!"

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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.