Kindred news
Introducing response rates
We're introducing response rates on member profiles. It's a simple way to recognize responsive hosts, give guests more confidence, and strengthen the community we're building together.
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Der Kindred-Blog
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Kindred newsThe future belongs to those who give: why we raised $125M to scale Kindred
A letter from Kindred's co-founders
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Kindred newsSet a minimum stay for your availability
You can now set the minimum number of nights guests can request for each availability. This gives guests clarity upfront—and helps you get requests that match what you’re looking for.
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Community storiesAt home, together: Kindred’s queer community in motion
For many LGBTQIA+ people, travel is a search for comfort, for safety. Three Kindred members share how they’re using their own homes to build a worldwide network of trusted, welcoming spaces.
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House swapping 101Is hosting low-key the best part of house swapping?
It’s natural to have hesitations about letting Kindred members stay in your home. (All our clutter! Fear of the unknown!) But the rewards might surprise you.
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Community storiesKindred threw an epic block party in San Francisco
How we are bringing the local community together.
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How to see America’s favorite national parks
What if visiting Yellowstone or Yosemite or the Great Smoky Mountains was not only easier and more affordable, but (even) more special? Kindred house swaps make it possible.
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Community storiesInside the Kindred x Gustaf Westman pop-up in Berlin
The Swedish designer is selling his unique pastel design objects in Kindred homes around Europe. Here's a dispatch from the road.
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Community storiesThe Kindred member who inspires us all
On house swaps, whether we are the visiting or hosting member, we all strive to “be like Bob.”
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Community storiesKindred house swaps make my work life possible
Three Kindred members share how house swapping has saved them thousands of dollars while helping them pursue their professional and creative dreams.
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Travel destinationsThe best summer vacation destinations on Kindred
It’s not too late to plan a summer trip for the books. Here are five of our favorite lesser known summer vacation destinations in North America, all with amazing homes on Kindred.
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