A vacation in the U.K. may seem out of reach during this recession, but if you’re yearning to visit the land of castles, pubs, roundabouts and ancient churches, here’s a way to do it cheaply: Exchange your home and car for a Brit’s. You’ll still be buying food and gasoline, but your lodging and travel within the country will be free.

Sound crazy? My husband and I have made four successful exchanges and are about to embark on our fifth, this time to Scotland. The Brits coming to stay in our house have exchanged more than 40 times — all over the world.... Read more