We are dedicated to fostering global travel experiences through the power of home swapping. This innovative approach offers an incredibly cost-effective means of discovering the world. What truly sets our community apart is the remarkable friendliness and camaraderie among our members. Their eagerness to connect with one another and share their homes creates a truly exceptional group of individuals. Therefore, it's critical that their messages accurately represent their individual personalities when they reach out to one another to request and plan swaps.

We understand that not everyone is naturally skilled at writing, this guide aims to provide you with all the information necessary to craft excellent messages when communicating with fellow Habiqo Home Swap members. By doing so, we hope to enhance your chances of securing more enjoyable getaways!

This guide will walk you through:

• How messaging works
• How to find your messages
• What information to include in your messages
• The do’s and don’ts of messaging
• How to send a message
• A checklist of things to cover when organising a home swap

Getting Started with Messaging

How messaging works

Members can arrange swaps conveniently through our secure platform using our messaging service. To begin a conversation with another member, just pick a home you like, click "Contact the member," choose the type of swap, select the listing you want to exchange with, specify the duration of your stay, and let them know who's joining you.

Next: Add a subject - here's an e.g. Would you be interested in visiting my home in Barcelona?

Next: Add a personalised message - If you're new to Swapping Homes, here is an example:

For those who are new to home swapping with Habiqo Home Swap, it's important to build trust within the community. Here's how we would approach this situation:

How to find your messages

To access your messages, simply log into your dashboard and click on the message icon located in the top right-hand corner of the page. If you receive a new message, you'll notice an orange number displayed on your messaging icon, indicating that you have an unread message in your inbox.

Here, you'll find all your messages conveniently organized from newest to oldest. To read an individual message, simply click on "see the conversation." Additionally, you can view and access the listing of any member who has requested a swap with you. You don't have to attach your listing link, as it will be automatically displayed to the member.

Here are some top tips for writing great home swap messages

The do’s and don’ts of messaging

Here are some examples of what a great home swap message might look like:

After taking into account our top tips and dos and don'ts earlier, it's time to craft your home swap request. It can be intimidating to write a message from scratch for the first time. Here are a few examples to inspire you:

If you're exchanging for the first time,

If you're new to the world of home swapping, especially if you're just starting your journey with Habiqo Home Swap, it's essential to build trust. Here's an example to help you get started:

If you're seeking a last-minute home swap, here's an example to help you get started:

If you have specific needs when swapping

When you have special requirements for a house swap, it's important that you communicate them properly to guarantee a seamless enjoyable exchange. Here's an example of how to explain your needs in a house swap message:

If a swap isn't possible on this occasion

Remember that a thoughtful, personalized approach to home swap requests is more likely to yield positive results. Tailoring your message to the recipient's interests and being respectful throughout the communication process is key to building trust and successful home swapping.