It’s the latest trend in travel and an easy way to cut down on vacation expenses. It’s called “Home Exchange” and it’s gaining in popularity with travelers who fancy visiting Europe, the Caribbean, and Hawaii, but don’t have the money or inclination to spend thousands of dollars on accommodations. The premise if simple: Find someone to switch places with you. They stay in your house, you in theirs. Dozens of companies like Intervac offer services that allow you to swap houses with someone on vacation. For example, say you want to take a trip to Peru, but don’t want to … Continue reading →