As careers progress, many of us consider potential changes and new opportunities. Sometimes, a new job or simply moving to a new company just doesn’t quite cut it. We’ve all heard of that person who took a sabbatical; whether it was 6 months, a year…
We recently had the opportunity to reconnect with author Alix Christie and her husband, Ludwig Siegele at bar name & her history there in San Francisco, California. A longtime SabbaticalHomes.com member, Alix and her family have traveled throughout the world and lived in many different…
Whether renting a home for the long or short-term, it is important to carefully vet a landlord (as the landlord will also be vetting you, the tenant). By asking a landlord the right questions, you will be more likely to avoid unexpected surprises after move-in….
Whether you are renting or setting up a home exchange, it’s important to know certain things about your tenant before deciding if they will become your tenant. Who will be staying at your property? What is their background? And will they be good tenants that…
Congratulations! You’ve set up a rental or exchange for your home and are preparing for your guests’ stay. While you probably have many things on your mind regarding your own travels, it is important to prepare your space so it is ready for your new…
For thousands of years, the concept of academia has existed to encourage the growth of knowledge through sharing and learning as a group—humans would be privy to only a small fraction of the currently archived knowledge were it not for collaborations between experts across the…
Our current technological era has gifted us with smartphone applications that make travel planning quick, easy, and simpler than ever. With billions of individuals traveling every single day, travel apps have been designed to connect travelers and create platforms that quickly provide the best recommendations…
Being part of the academic world often grants the precious perk of sabbatical leave. This period of time is truly significant for the opportunity to focus on personal and professional development in a completely different setting from your daily workplace. It is not, however, only…
Coming to the United States as a visiting scholar requires determination and the right connections. While in New York, SabbaticalHomes.com founder Nadege Conger spoke to Suzann-Viola Renninger, a scholar from Universität Zürich who is currently on sabbatical leave in New York at Columbia University. What…
Many pet owners will tell you that the hardest part of being a fur parent is leaving them behind. When planning longer travel for a sabbatical or a research trip, finding accommodations for your pets can be challenging, but we don’t want your furry friends…
