You know my motto: the more money I save, the more I can travel. But where to start?

Here are my tried and true tips for saving money while traveling. The bonus of most of these is that you can learn SO much more about the culture, food, and experiencing a place like a local than you might otherwise. Let's dig in!

Whether you’re trading homes for a joint sabbatical (genius!), or pursuing a house swap for your travels, there are many things you can do to put your mind at ease – and welcome your guests into your home as if it was theirs. There are also some things you can do to make their experience even better – and maybe your home swap will be an annual event, if you love it at their home!