Home exchanges and hospitality networks have been operating all over the world for many decades. The type of person who welcomes you and other travelers into his/her home tends to be a very open, hospitable, well-traveled, and reliable person.

Furthermore, when you are looking for a host or when someone contacts you about coming to your home, you will be able to go to the website and look up their profile to get to know them. You will then be able to communicate further by email or phone as you desire, about your plans. When you are comfortable with your mutually agreed upon arrangements, you will confirm with them.