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**Author:** [@Katia.HomeExchange](https://forum.homeexchange.com/u/Katia.HomeExchange)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 12, 2025, 1:43pm UTC](https://forum.homeexchange.com/t/about-the-chat-category/11004 "2025-03-12T13:43:48Z")
Here, we chat about everything and nothing! For all your non-home exchange-related topics, this is the place to be. Think of this category as a living room, where you can sit down and chat about anything and everything … --- ## [Long term exchange Ireland](https://forum.homeexchange.com/t/long-term-exchange-ireland/22186)
**Author:** [@Ana43](https://forum.homeexchange.com/u/Ana43)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 7, 2026, 3:39pm UTC](https://forum.homeexchange.com/t/long-term-exchange-ireland/22186 "2026-09-07T15:39:47Z")
We are a family of four looking to spend a school year in Ireland. :ireland: We’re open to living anywhere in Ireland, as long as it’s a good place for children and family life. If anyone is interested in a home exchan… --- ## [What makes your home a hidden gem?](https://forum.homeexchange.com/t/what-makes-your-home-a-hidden-gem/20208)
**Author:** [@NataliaGlasgow](https://forum.homeexchange.com/u/NataliaGlasgow)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 20, 2026, 2:44pm UTC](https://forum.homeexchange.com/t/what-makes-your-home-a-hidden-gem/20208 "2026-05-20T14:44:11Z")
Big cities and homes that tick all the boxes tend to get all the attention, but some of the best exchanges happen in places you’d never think to search for. What makes YOUR home special, and why should someone visit? I’… --- ## [newbie here](https://forum.homeexchange.com/t/newbie-here/19980)
**Author:** [@TMKC](https://forum.homeexchange.com/u/TMKC)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [April 25, 2026, 6:48am UTC](https://forum.homeexchange.com/t/newbie-here/19980 "2026-04-25T06:48:14Z")
hello everyone! i am new here and excited to join this helpful community. thanks --- ## [listing your own 'town' on the travel wishlist...](https://forum.homeexchange.com/t/listing-your-own-town-on-the-travel-wishlist/19641)
**Author:** [@StAndrewsByTheSea](https://forum.homeexchange.com/u/StAndrewsByTheSea)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 30, 2026, 7:08am UTC](https://forum.homeexchange.com/t/listing-your-own-town-on-the-travel-wishlist/19641 "2026-03-30T07:08:00Z")
Hi!! I read somewhere within our community the benefit or advantage of listing your own city/town/locale as a travel wishlist destination. My memory is fuzzy as to what/how this would benefit me?? Does it help in reverse… --- ## [Solo Female Travel](https://forum.homeexchange.com/t/solo-female-travel/19155)
**Author:** [@LindaOConnor](https://forum.homeexchange.com/u/LindaOConnor)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 16, 2026, 12:46pm UTC](https://forum.homeexchange.com/t/solo-female-travel/19155 "2026-03-16T12:46:38Z")
I am fairly well travelled,however I have never ventured out solo. I’m planning Melbourne and Perth and would like to try private rooms. I would like to hear from other women on their experiences. I’m not paranoid and I… --- ## [A member inquired about an exchange for his daughter and friends](https://forum.homeexchange.com/t/a-member-inquired-about-an-exchange-for-his-daughter-and-friends/18713)
**Author:** [@mdschmich](https://forum.homeexchange.com/u/mdschmich)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [February 7, 2026, 1:19pm UTC](https://forum.homeexchange.com/t/a-member-inquired-about-an-exchange-for-his-daughter-and-friends/18713 "2026-02-07T13:19:01Z")
A member from Italy inquired about an exchange for his daughter and friends. I assume that the member will not be present during the exchange. I am a bit uncomfortable with that. What do you suggest --- ## [Home available for GP – Canberra (Aranda)](https://forum.homeexchange.com/t/home-available-for-gp-canberra-aranda/18657)
**Author:** [@myebra12](https://forum.homeexchange.com/u/myebra12)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [February 2, 2026, 11:47am UTC](https://forum.homeexchange.com/t/home-available-for-gp-canberra-aranda/18657 "2026-02-02T11:47:39Z")
Hi everyone! Our family home in Aranda, Canberra is available for GuestPoints only on the following dates: 7–8 February 12–15 February Great location close to nature, MTB trails and an easy drive to Thredbo / S… --- ## [Event for those in New York Feb 11, 2026](https://forum.homeexchange.com/t/event-for-those-in-new-york-feb-11-2026/18683)
**Author:** [@A\_Ktsn](https://forum.homeexchange.com/u/A_Ktsn)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 2, 2026, 11:43am UTC](https://forum.homeexchange.com/t/event-for-those-in-new-york-feb-11-2026/18683 "2026-02-02T11:43:46Z")
Hey all (NY locals and travelers) ! Im a long time homexchanger and I love it so much! when I travel I love doing local things so i wanted to share a craft event im throwing with my friends. It’s Feb 11th in Williamsburg… --- ## [Home in Ukraine ](https://forum.homeexchange.com/t/home-in-ukraine/18471)
**Author:** [@Mariia](https://forum.homeexchange.com/u/Mariia)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [January 23, 2026, 5:09pm UTC](https://forum.homeexchange.com/t/home-in-ukraine/18471 "2026-01-23T17:09:22Z")
Hi everyone! I’m a newcomer to HomeExchange and have just recently discovered this wonderful community. I’m curious to get your perspective on something: does it make sense to offer my home here, considering that I’m ba… --- ## [Are map view and location search broken in the browser](https://forum.homeexchange.com/t/are-map-view-and-location-search-broken-in-the-browser/16033)
**Author:** [@iamscott](https://forum.homeexchange.com/u/iamscott)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 22, 2025, 6:25pm UTC](https://forum.homeexchange.com/t/are-map-view-and-location-search-broken-in-the-browser/16033 "2025-08-22T18:25:09Z")
I see no map, just pins. I am also unable to select a location. It makes using the browser worthless. Is this something unique to me, or are others seeing this? It’s been this way for a couple of months. To clarify, the … --- ## [No responses from Dublin](https://forum.homeexchange.com/t/no-responses-from-dublin/14927)
**Author:** [@Jennythree3](https://forum.homeexchange.com/u/Jennythree3)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [July 8, 2025, 5:02pm UTC](https://forum.homeexchange.com/t/no-responses-from-dublin/14927 "2025-07-08T17:02:58Z")
Hello! I’m an experienced exchanger encountering something I’ve never had a problem with before. I’ve written 14 requests to exchangers in Dublin, Ireland, (in a little more than a month) and haven’t gotten one reply, … --- ## [Home exchange day hosting ](https://forum.homeexchange.com/t/home-exchange-day-hosting/14490)
**Author:** [@Cathieoh](https://forum.homeexchange.com/u/Cathieoh)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 17, 2025, 11:29am UTC](https://forum.homeexchange.com/t/home-exchange-day-hosting/14490 "2025-06-17T11:29:07Z")
Hello. I signed up and hosted a home exchange day yesterday. I had 2 attendees - one of whom had recently come a member but hadnt yet completed any exchanges and was looking for advice. Then a lapsed member who is consid…