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Chris and Hannah’s Epic Home Exchange Year: Part 2

When we joined HomeExchange.com in 2010 we had no idea just how frequently ‘too good to miss’ opportunities would PING! into our inbox. If, like us, you can be flexible with your travel plans, set up your laptop anywhere and call it your ‘office’, and love the unexpected, then anything is possible. Here’s the year where we proved it (part two)!

Get Lost!

While perfectly executed vacations certainly have their place, everyone needs a little adventure now and then. And even though it’s always tempting to stick to tour maps, well-known museums, and restaurants with 200 Yelp ratings, we propose a challenge: Lose your map.

How to Discover Local Events

With so much to discover in your Exchange city, it might feel like there’s not enough time to pack it all in. But a great way to experience local culture is to join in community celebrations, from concerts, to food festivals, to art shows and more. Here are some tips on how to find the best local events, wherever you are in the world.

Where to Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day

Let’s face it: St. Patrick’s Day is pretty great. You get to wear green and eat soda bread and drink Guinness (even the Lenten restrictions on consuming alcohol are lifted in celebration of St. Paddy’s Day). Of course, the best place to celebrate is in Ireland, but in case you can’t make it this year, here are the top locations for St. Patrick’s festivities across the USA.