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Kindred Holiday Swap

Now Casting: Two Leads for a Real-Life Holiday Home Swap

December 4–18

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Ever wanted to spend the holidays in someone else’s home? For the 20th anniversary of The Holiday, two Kindred members in different cities get to do exactly that. They’ll swap homes from December 4 to 18, film their stay on their phones, and star in Season 2 of the Kindred Holiday Swap series. We’ll cover round-trip flights plus a flat fee for travel costs. First-time swappers are welcome to apply.

Application takes about 10 minutes. Terms apply. (opens in a new tab)

Round-trip flights covered for selected swappers. Kindred account required. Apply by November 13.

How it works

  1. Swap homes. Swap cities.

    You’ve seen the movie. Now pack a bag. Swap homes with another Kindred member for 15 days over the holidays.

  2. Step into each other’s shoes.

    Live their life. Their kitchen, their neighborhood, their favorite café on the corner. Say yes to whatever you find along the way.

  3. Share your story.

    As you experience your holiday, share the experience easily on your phone. You don’t need any experience, just a willingness to share what happens. We’ll handle the edit.

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Two weeks away. We’ve got the bill.

  • Flights

    Round trip, booked for you.

  • Your stay

    Two weeks in your co-swapper’s home.

  • Compensation

    $70/day plus a flat fee of $5,000 for your time.

We’ve done this before.

Last year, we cast two members, one in the US and one in the EU, to swap homes for 12 days, and we documented the whole experience in Season 1 of The Holiday Swap.

Who can apply

  • Free December 4–18

    Are you available for the full two weeks of travel and filming?

  • Happy on camera

    You’ll film your days and experiences on your phone and share what happens.

  • Ready to host

    Your home is open to your swap partner while you’re away at their home.

  • 21 or older

    Are you 21 or older and able to sign a filming release?

  • Have a Kindred account

    Sign in or join before you apply. Add 3+ home photos to your profile and verify your ID.

  • Live in an eligible city

    Are you located in a major city in the US or Europe, and are you available to travel internationally?

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FAQs

I’ve never swapped homes. Can I apply?

Yes. First-time swappers are welcome to apply.

Do I need a Kindred account?

Yes. You’ll sign in or create one before you start the application. All applicants must add 3+ home photos to their Kindred listing & verify their ID to be considered.

What’s covered?

Round-trip flights, two weeks in your swap partner’s home, a daily stipend of $70 and a flat fee of $5,000.

Do I need acting experience?

No. Just a willingness to share what happens. We’ll handle the edit.

What happens after I apply?

Finalists will be contacted November 20. At that point our team will work with you to book your flights and set up your swap!

Who’s eligible?

See who can apply above.

What if I have questions?

Reach out to community@livekindred.com with any questions.

The Holiday Swap open casting call

Apply by November 13. No acting experience required.

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