Hospitality Clubs

» CouchSurfing
   A volunteer-based worldwide network connecting travelers with members of local communities, who offer free accommodation and/or advice. Includes information about the organization, searchable listing of members, discussion groups, community wiki, and cha

   
   http://www.couchsurfing.com

» Friendship Force
   Nonprofit cultural exchange organization promoting friendship and goodwill through a program of homestay exchanges since 1977.

   
   http://www.friendshipforce.org

» Global Freeloaders
   Online community matching guests and hosts for accommodation exchange. Testimonials, FAQs, and a member database.

   
   http://www.globalfreeloaders.com

» Hospitality Club
   Volunteer members offer free accommodation and travel help and leave comments in each others' profiles after the stay. Includes a forum, chat, and wiki travel guides.

   
   http://www.hospitalityclub.org

» Hospitality Exchange
   Publishes a paper membership directory twice a year, there is a membership fee.

   
   http://www.hospex.net

» International Police Association
   This organization includes a Hospitality Club for retired and active law enforcement officers.

   
   http://www.ipa-usa.org

» Lesbian & Gay Hospitality Exchange International
   Network of lesbians and gay men from around the world who offer their hospitality to other members.

   
   http://www.lghei.org

» MeetURplanet
   Community offering free membership to travellers and hosts. Includes city information, personal experiences and gallery.

   
   http://www.meeturplanet.com/

» Pasporta Servo
   For people speaking Esperanto. There is a membership fee for those who don't offer hospitality themselves.

   
   http://www.tejo.org/ps/

» Place2Stay
   Offers a worldwide network of private accommodations. Includes information about accommodations, a forum, FAQ and chat room.

   
   http://www.place2stay.net

» Servas International
   Oldest hospitality exchange organization. Website includes a newsletter, FAQ and list of countries. There is a membership fee and new members are interviewed by Servas representatives.

   
   http://www.servas.org/

» Teachers Travel Web
   Open to all educators. Site also includes home exchange listings.

   
   http://www.teacherstravelweb.com

» Warm Showers
   List of cyclists who offer their hospitality towards other touring cyclists.

   
   http://www.warmshowers.org/

» Welcome Traveller Network
   Members pay a nominal fee for bed and breakfast when visiting other members. There are several interest groups.

   
   http://www.welcometraveller.org

» Women Welcome Women World Wide
   For women only. Aims to foster international friendship by enabling women of different countries to visit one another. There is a membership fee.

   
   http://www.womenwelcomewomen.org.uk