For the discerning literary traveller, the HomeExchange Collection offers a unique way to explore the world’s most storied destinations through curated, design-forward homes in neighbourhoods that have long sparked the imagination of great writers.
With an emphasis on authenticity, elegance, and cultural connection, the home swapping platform connects like-minded members who swap homes, allowing them to live like locals near world-renowned bookstores, literary landmarks, and celebrated festivals.
Whether you’re planning your next slow travel escape, dreaming of a reading retreat (Wander might have invented those!), or simply yearning for inspiration between the pages and the pavement, these destinations deliver both atmosphere and access.
Paris, France: City of Love, Light, & Literature
Few places ignite the soul of a reader like Paris. This storied city has long nurtured writers and dreamers, from the cafés of Montparnasse to the Left Bank’s winding streets. Shakespeare and Company remains a pilgrimage site—not merely a bookstore but a literary institution once frequented by Hemingway, Fitzgerald, and countless aspiring authors.
After a day of literary wandering, retreat to a stylish multi-level Parisian home offered through HomeExchange Collection. Think soaring ceilings, artist-style glass roofs, and magazine-worthy interiors. The home offers a cozy, book-filled ambiance along with a mezzanine office, gym, and cinema room—ideal for a reading escape or creative recharge. Tucked on a quiet street just 15 minutes from the Arc de Triomphe, it’s both serene and centrally located.
Edinburgh, Scotland: Where Stories Come Alive
As the world’s first UNESCO City of Literature, Edinburgh is steeped in storytelling—from the shadowy inspiration behind Jekyll and Hyde to the magical legacy of Harry Potter. Each August, the Edinburgh International Book Festival brings together global literary voices in a vibrant celebration that feels as intimate as it is world-class.
Home swapping members can settle into a spacious, tranquil residence in Edinburgh, providing a perfect base for both festival-going and reflective moments with a book in hand. Beyond its cobblestones and castles, the city is an invitation to slow down, savour words, and immerse oneself in history.
Buenos Aires, Argentina: A Latin American Literary Haven
Often called the literary capital of South America, Buenos Aires lives and breathes books. El Ateneo Grand Splendid—housed in a restored 1920s theatre—is regularly hailed as the most beautiful bookstore in the world. Meanwhile, the Buenos Aires International Book Fair draws over a million visitors annually, celebrating the country’s deep cultural investment in literature and ideas.
After exploring the city that shaped literary icons like Borges and Cortázar, travellers can unwind in an elegant Recoleta apartment through HomeExchange Collection. Sunlight streams through large windows into a serene space with stylish bathrooms, a spacious master bedroom, and proximity to the city’s finest cafés, shops, and cultural spots.
Brooklyn, USA: New York’s Bookish Borough
Brooklyn continues to thrive as a literary and creative hub, home to a vibrant community of independent bookstores and beloved events like the Brooklyn Book Festival—America’s largest free literary celebration. With 300+ authors and tens of thousands of attendees, it’s a place where literature is lived, not just read.
HomeExchange Collection features a beautifully restored four-story brownstone in Park Slope, combining classic New York charm with modern comfort. The space is perfect for families or friend groups seeking a grounded, soulful base near Prospect Park, surrounded by indie bookstores, cafés, and creative energy.
These exceptional stays offer more than just a place to rest—they offer immersion, meaning, and a way to live your literary dreams. For those who crave authenticity over amenities and cultural connection over cookie-cutter travel, HomeExchange Collection transforms the idea of vacation into something deeper.
Because in the end, the best stories don’t just come from books—they come from the journeys we take, the spaces we inhabit, and the people we meet along the way.