Going to Edinburgh Festival? Home Swaps Beat Pricey Hotels

Swapping homes with an Edinburgh resident is one of the tips for saving money in an article, 'Cheap Edinburgh festival tickets and fringe tickets' recently published on Walletwatcher. As special events like Edinburgh Festival (or, more accurately, 'festivals' as there are several events) attract so many people, many locals will be glad to escape the crowds and enable visitors to enjoy their city during this time.

Here's just a sampling of the many attractive home exchange offers available in Edinburgh and nearby (the first two specifically mention that their homes will be available during the Festival period, 8 - 31 August 2008):

Apartment located in the highly desirable New Town area of Edinburgh, which lies within the city centre boundary. Edinburgh is one of Europe’s most beautiful and cultural cities, with fine architecture and a combination of elements which make it truly unique. Looking to swap during August 2008 giving any visitors the opportunity to visit the world renowned Edinburgh Festival. It is worth noting that accomodation in the city at this time is very difficult to come by. See full home exchange offer and more photos, HE20369

Modern detached 5 bedroom villa located 7 miles from centre of Edinburgh (20 minutes by bus). Eskbank is a quiet area located adjacent to the busy market town of Dalkeith. Being just to the south of Edinburgh, the beautiful Scottish Borders are nearby and the fabulous East Lothian coast with its many golf courses lies to the east. Available during prime time Edinburgh Festival! See full home exchange offer and more photos, HE17949

New Town flat in smart central Georgian Edinburgh. Two double bedrooms and a bunk room suitable for two children, offering accommodation for 6. Easy access to all that Edinburgh has to offer within walking distance or local buses. We are two families, one with a city apartment and the other with a country cottage, sleeps 5 + 2 (in outer building) in the heart of rural Angus, half an hour from the famous Scottish highlands and 10 miles from the sea. See full home exchange offer and more photos, HE20684

Large detached home with lovely garden, 3 new bathrooms, one with jacuzzi bath. 6 kms to historic city centre and many attractions. 2 kms to coast for boat trips. Famous International Edinburgh Festival in August, also Fringe/Book/Jazz Festivals. See full home exchange offer and more photos, HE20502