People Like Us

No booking fees. No transaction fees. Ever.

People Like Us is a global home exchange community where members open their homes, care for each other’s pets and explore the world in a spirit of trust and generosity, without per-stay charges getting in the way.

Just one membership. Unlimited exchanges.


Home exchange is about people opening their homes to one another and travelling in a way that feels genuine, fair and considered. When exchanges are grounded in shared values rather than transactions, the experience feels more natural on both sides.

People Like Us was built around this belief. That home exchange works best when it feels like a community, not a platform, and when the focus stays on trust, generosity and mutual respect rather than fees and add-ons.

This way of thinking shapes everything we do.

Members pay one annual membership and that is it. There are no booking fees. There are no transaction fees. There are no charges each time a stay is confirmed. Exchanges between members are always free.

Our community is made up of people who care about how they travel. They look after each other’s homes with care, share local knowledge openly and value clarity and fairness on both sides of an exchange. Keeping exchanges free of per-stay fees helps preserve that balance and keeps expectations simple for everyone involved.

Introducing booking or transaction fees adds a layer of complexity that can change the nature of an exchange over time. We have chosen a simpler approach so the experience stays focused on travel, shared values and the original spirit of home exchange.

People Like Us will never charge booking fees or transaction fees. It is a long-term commitment to the kind of community we want to grow.

One membership. Unlimited exchanges.
No booking fees. No transaction fees.
Just People Like Us.

How Does It Work?

Joining People Like Us is easy. Create a free account now and unlock even more with our Premium program. Enjoy unlimited exchanges at no extra cost. Embark on unforgettable home exchange adventures and discover endless possibilities.

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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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.

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