The staycation is so 2009.

If you want to try a new, unique way to travel, check out  LuxeHomeSwap.com. It struck the founder of the company, Debbie Wosskow, that the market for luxury home exchange holidays really needed a shakeup.

“Luxe Home Swap is a home exchange site with a difference.” says Debbie.  “It’s for people with distinctive homes or second homes they’re proud of in major cities and desirable locations around the world. A ‘Luxe’ home could be a cozy 1-bedroom apartment somewhere smart as much as a luxurious 5-bedroom home in the country. With Luxe Home Swap you can enjoy all the benefits of having your own home away from home, and exchange with other members as many times as you like. Members can save thousands on their normal holiday accommodation costs by never paying a hotel bill again – for a membership fee of only $159 a year.”

Save money and stay in a great place such as an old farmhouse in the countryside in France, or a classic porteno-style apartment in buzzing Buenos Aires that would usually rent out for thousands a week. Enjoy the same luxurious amenities from home in an exotic new locale.

For ONE lucky reader, LuxeHomeSwap.com will be giving away one honorary membership. How to enter? Just comment on this post and remember to leave your email address. Winner to be announced Mar. 1, 2011.

For more info: www.LuxeHomeSwap.com