Do not let the title confuse you, we are still on Holiday Season week, but it is a good time to play with numbers! 2010 has been a great year for HomeForHome and as we are about to turn over the page and move on to 2011, we want to share our joy with you because we have reached 20100 registered users. Hurrah!

Our wish list for 2011:

– More registered users taking advantage of our services: Having more users means there are more opportunities for everyone to find a good swap partner and that is exactly what we want. Our goal is to provide the tools for people with the same interest to connect and swap, the more people interacting the more chances they will find their perfect matches.

– More successful swaps arranged through our portal: If users agree to swap by sending exchange proposals and having the other party accept it through the portal, then they will have the chance to provide feedback and evaluate the experience after the exchange takes place. This means you will give others the chance to know beforehand if a user can be trusted or not. The concept of home exchange is built on trust so your experiences will be valuable to others and most of all to your swap partner!

– More suggestions from our users to keep a top quality service: Over the past year, our users have provided valuable feedback about our tools and features. Whether using the Contact form or the Forums, do not miss the change to speak up. Your opinion is very important to us.

Finally, our wish for you is that you find a good swap matching your 2011 travel plans. What are you wishing for the next swap year? Maybe there Santa can leave one more thing under your tree

For most of us, an ideal holiday vacation during the Christmas season would include skiing in the Alps or anywhere where the snow is good and the runs are challenging. But there is one little fact that we should face: skiing is not a cheap activity. With a bad economy that loomed over us throughout the year, our hard-earned moolahs must be spent wisely. Is it really possible to take a skiing vacation on a string? Would I be able to treat myself some decent skiing vacation with a tight budget? Well, the answer is yes. If you know how to spend your money wisely, that is.

Ski resort prices on the Alps really are quite pricey, and food and accommodation prices would definitely be sky-rocketing during the holidays. So here are a couple of ideas how you could cut back on the expenses. Most ski resorts are near a small town where prices for food and accommodation are cheaper than resort prices. I would suggest finding a home exchange at a nearby resort instead of spending on hotel accommodations. For example, St. Moritz in Switzerland is famous for its slopes and with prices to match. But the place is nearby Celerina, and if you have a car rented, Pontresina, Champfer, Samedan and Livigno are just a drive away. Well worth it if you would ask me. Purchasing package flights or flying in business would definitely cut you. Renting a car is also practical. Driving your way to the nearest resort would be a great comfort, plus you could go on drive-thrus or eat out instead of dining in places just around the resort. Lucky you if you would be able to get a home exchange and car exchange deal!

Seriously, there are lost more ways to be able to enjoy skiing on a budget. All you have to do is plan things out and find the cheapest deals. Be creative on how you should spend during your vacation.

One of the most romantic and probably one of the most famous winter vacation spots among couples is the Alps in Switzerland. Although the Swiss Alps is a good place to go to all year-round, the most snow fall peaks around January and February. But what if you are planning to visit on a different time of year? Switzerland boasts fantastic sceneries and romantic places to go to which you can have the best views of all year round whether through a hike, a cross-country drive, a rail trip or a boat trip on the lakes. A relaxing spa at the middle of the Alps is a rewarding experience.

The Alps is not the only place to see when you are in Switzerland. There are many other places that you could go to, other must see places are Lucerne and nearby Saentis, Matterhorn, Jungfraujoch and Zurich. There are lots of art museums and tourist spots too. Enjoy the sights of castles, historical old towns and churches which are simply amusing. Because of Switzerland’s diverse culture, there is a lot to be discovered. Tease your taste buds with gastronomic delights from specialties of culinary regions to wine tasting, chocolate indulging down to haute cuisine.

If you are planning to make a trip for the Holidays in Switzerland, better look for a home exchange earlier on. The Holidays is a peak season for tourism in the country so prices for hotel accommodations are slightly higher than normal. Having a home exchange instead will definitely be a great idea if you want to cut back on expenses a little bit. Another good thing about home exchange is the convenience of having a place to stay ready even before you set your foot in this breath-taking country. So what’s the reason not to spend the Holidays in Switzerland?