IgoUgo.com (http://www.igougo.com) says the best way to score a cheap vacation this summer is by shacking up in someone else's...a-hem...house. As travelers are scrambling to get away this summer the cheapest way possible, home exchanges and house swapping have become more popular.
Last year, the economy forced many to reconsider travel plans and opt for "stay-cations" to save. This year, while travelers continue to cut back, if they get a little creative with their accommodations they may be able to get away. IgoUgo.com editors decided to ask some of their savvy members about the growing trend of the home exchange and were excited to find that this is the year for house swapping.
While 89% of IgoUgo.com members surveyed in the snap poll* had not participated in a home exchange, the recent poll showed that 72% would consider swapping their home for another's on vacation. The recent interest in house swapping is partly due to the economy, with 32% stating they are more likely to consider a home exchange as part of their vacation and 43% stating they would swap to save money on accommodations while traveling.
But not all travelers are in it for the cheap vacation -- some travelers take advantage of home-exchange vacations to better experience their destinations (34%), for additional amenities not offered by hotels (25%) and for access to off-the-beaten-path destinations (23%).
"Home exchanges are a great way to experience a destination from a local's perspective. Staying at a house offers a better feel for the culture and vibe of a particular place, plus you have the added perks of all the amenities offered in a home," said content manager Michelle Doucette.
For those looking for a house swap, IgoUgo has identified the top domestic and international cities for an exchange. When asked, members of the IgoUgo travel community were most interested in swapping their home for vacation digs in these top destinations: Top "Wanted" Destinations for Home Exchanges in the United States: 1. California
2. Hawaii
3. Florida
4. New York
5. Colorado Top "Wanted" Destinations for Home Exchanges Internationally: 1. Italy
2. France (Paris)
3. Spain
4. England (London)
5. Ireland
For more information about house swapping and to read IgoUgo members' experiences visit http://www.igougo.com.
*IgoUgo.com snap poll results based on 235 responses About IgoUgo IgoUgo (R) is the fastest growing online travel community in the world. Its more than 500,000 members--world-seasoned and passionate travelers--share firsthand travel experiences, advice, and more than 330,000 photos to date, with candid tips and inspiring stories covering more than 8,000 global destinations. Site users can search by keyword to find reviews by like-minded travelers, as well as destination guides and helpful links. Members can easily contact one another to ask questions, exchange information, and build friendships without geographic bounds. IgoUgo has garnered top industry honors, including being named one of Forbes' "Best Travel Sites" in 2006, a Webby Award for "Best Travel Site in the U.S.," a "Top Travel Site" ranking from USA Today, and "Best Travel Community" and "Top Travel Site" commendations from Yahoo Internet Life.
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