Introducing the new way Exchange members can travel Keyless with THIRDHOME.

As part of our 2022 Club Updates, THIRDHOME is introducing Keyless Tokens. Learn how Exchange members earn the ability to book Keyless trips moving forward.

What is a Keyless Token?

A Keyless Token allows Exchange members to book any available Keyless stay within 60 days of arrival without using any Keys. You simply pay the Exchange fee. Keyless weeks will show the hourglass icon. See here:

How do I earn Keyless Tokens?

When any week that you add is reserved, you will earn a Keyless Token. Tokens can be earned for Off-Season and last-minute weeks as long as the week is reserved.

Who is eligible for Keyless Tokens?

All Exchange members are eligible for Keyless travel; however, some fractional owners are not eligible for Keyless Tokens.*

*Disclaimer: If you are an Exchange member and fractional owner at Diamante, Rancho San Lucas, Hacienda Encantada, Hacienda Del Mar, or Casa Del Mar resorts, a Token will not be awarded. A different Keyless opportunity is available to you once your deposit requirement is met. Email memberexperience@thirdhome.com if you have questions.

I am in an elevated membership tier. Do I now need Tokens to travel Keyless?

Members of Chairman’s and President’s Club tiers will continue to enjoy original benefits, including Keyless travel until your term expires (learn more here). However, as you add weeks, keep in mind that you will begin to earn Keyless Tokens for host reservations before your elevated membership expires.

Current Chairman’s Club members do not need to use Tokens to book 60-day Keyless, but a Keyless Token allows President’s Club members to book into Keyless 60 (as opposed to Keyless 30). Therefore, any Keyless Tokens earned and used by a President’s Club member will give you this benefit today. Once your tier expires, your membership will move to the new system, and you will continue to be eligible for Keyless Tokens.

Where can I find my Keyless Tokens?

You can see your total number of Keyless Tokens on your dashboard.

Click on “Keyless Token” to be brought to your Keyless Token summary page, where you can see a history of your Keyless Tokens, including when they will expire.

Do Keyless Tokens expire?

Yes, each Keyless Token has a 24-month lifespan.

Can I travel Keyless without Tokens?

Sometimes. THIRDHOME will occasionally run exclusive broader Keyless promotions for the benefit of all. 

Using Keyless Tokens at Checkout

As of January 1, 2022, you may notice some changes to the booking checkout form. There is now an option to use a Keyless Token when applicable at checkout, as well as a new “TOTAL KEYS” line. This way, you can decide whether or not you want to use a Keyless Token on a qualifying reservation.

Here’s how you elect to use an available Keyless Token at checkout:

If you do not have a Keyless Token, you will not be able to select the “Use Keyless Token” option, and the TOTAL (KEYS) will reflect the non-Keyless cost:

If you are in an elevated membership tier, such as Chairman’s or President’s Club, here is how you book Keylessly through your tier:

Booking a week during a Keyless promotion? Similarly, you will see an auto-checked box, and the “TOTAL (KEYS)” will show 0. See here:

Remember: If you are an Exchange member and fractional owner at Diamante, Rancho San Lucas, Hacienda Encantada, Hacienda Del Mar, or Casa Del Mar resorts, a Token will not be awarded. A different Keyless opportunity is available to you once your deposit requirement is met. Email memberexperience@thirdhome.com if you have questions.

For any questions regarding Keyless Tokens, please contact the Member Experience Team by email at MemberExperience@thirdhome.com or call 833-682-7264.

THIRDHOME Hosts now have protection for up to $5M USD of damage.

By partnering with SUPERHOG, THIRDHOME ensures that Guests and Hosts are protected during bookings.

THIRDHOME members are now protected by our award-winning risk-management partner, SUPERHOG. In the rare event a THIRDHOME Guest causes damage during a stay and doesn’t reimburse the Host, SUPERHOG provides protection for up to $5M in damage for any cause. This offer is global and includes both standalone homes and affiliate resort members.

Guest members continue to be responsible for their actions while staying in a property, and this does not absolve guests of any damage they inflict. However, our partnership with SUPERHOG allows THIRDHOME to offer members market-leading prevention. Our goal is to grant additional peace-of-mind for Host members.

What does SUPERHOG Protection cover?

SUPERHOG protects up to $5million USD in property damage caused by the accidental or deliberate; conduct of any THIRDHOME Guest.

How much does having SUPERHOG Protection cost?

Access to SUPERHOG Protection is included in your membership fee. This means that as a Host, all Exchanges through THIRDHOME will be covered by SUPERHOG automatically.

What do I do when I find damage?

In the unlikely event that a Guest causes damage to your property during a THIRDHOME stay.  notify your THIRDHOME Team member immediately and we will reach out to SUPERHOG on your behalf to get a claim started.  IMPORTANT: our SUPERHOG protection program has a ten (10) day reporting requirement.  Be sure to have someone inspect your home soon after you host and notify us if damage is apparent. Coverage may not apply if SUPERHOG is notified after the reporting period has lapsed. 

Terms and Conditions for SUPERHOG Protection apply. Please visit www.superhog.com for more information.

For any questions on SUPERHOG Protection, please contact the Member Experience Team by email at MemberExperience@thirdhome.com or call 1-833-682-7264.

The new and improved THIRDHOME Rentals is live now. With new properties, new destinations, and new opportunities for luxury travel, we look forward to helping you book your next getaway.

THIRDHOME would like to introduce you to our first preferred luxury rental partner: Smiling House!

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About THIRDHOME Rentals

THIRDHOME Rentals features hand-picked, luxury only vacation rentals. Visitors enjoy the same elevated standards and appeal synonymous with THIRDHOME: the finest amenities, premier locations, quality appointments, and properties valued at a minimum of $500,000 USD.

About Smiling House

Smiling House is a network of stylish and exclusive private properties, created to connect travelers with unique chalets, villas, mansions, palatial castles, and apartments across the globe. They built their rental portfolio with extensive travel knowledge to bring together an attractive, vibrant collection of properties.

Each destination is hand-selected by Smiling House for its stunning location and distinctive approach. Discover getaways around the world: from in the snowy Alps of Switzerland to the white sands of Greece. Smiling House’s rentals are perfect for travelers seeking extraordinary experiences (and no less).

Our Partnership

THIRDHOME and Smiling House both invite luxury property owners and adventure seekers to a “new way of travel.” With the increasing demands for getaways, luxe ‘workations,’ and monetary return on second homes, this partnership is expected to further evolve the travel landscape.

THIRDHOME’s community of likeminded travelers is made up of guests who seek ‘the best’ and treat the properties they rent as they would their own home. Through our partnership with Smiling House, luxury rental listings are ever-expanding and always trustworthy. Our Guests can continue to book incredible vacation homes with confidence and without compromise.

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Contact Us

For questions or more details regarding Smiling House or THIRDHOME Rentals, please contact rentals@thirdhome.com.

Click here to view all available THIRDHOME Rental stays.

Enjoy new opportunities for luxury travel with THIRDHOME.

Find your next luxury vacation home rental with THIRDHOME’s new and improved Rentals Program. Discover new properties, new destinations, new experiences, and new opportunities for one-of-a-kind travel. Your ticket to paradise awaits – browse all available rental properties here.

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About THIRDHOME Rentals:

The THIRDHOME Rentals program is much like the Exchange Club in terms of the quality and caliber of homes available. Whether through Exchange or Rental properties, we guarantee travelers top-of-the-line experiences by listing the best of the best stays. If you are seeking a luxury-filled getaway, THIRDHOME has you covered.

Where can I go?

By the end of 2021, we expect to have 1,000+ vacation properties available for rent, and 10,000+ homes listed by the end of 2022. View availability here to reserve incredible homes in Croatia, France, Greece, Spain, St. Barth, Switzerland, and other desirable locations. We will be adding homes in more locations soon!

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I’m a THIRDHOME Exchange member. Why would I rent?

THIRDHOME provides access to luxury properties all over the world. If you are unable to find an available stay within your desired location or timeframe in the Exchange Club, take a look at the Rentals. We’re here to help you plan the trip of your dreams.

If I’m an Exchange member, do I get any perks?

Booking: Yes, booking a THIRDHOME Rental will enhance future travel. For every Rental you reserve with us, you will receive one Key to use on the Exchange site. The more travel with The Club, the better!

Listing: THIRDHOME Exchange members with homes that meet the rental site and specification requirements pay a lower commission fee compared to other rental listing sites.

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Interested in renting your home?

THIRDHOME Exchange Members – if you want to list your home on our rentals site, we will be accepting homes soon. As an added member perk our commission fees are lower compared to other rental listing sites. Reach out if you’d like to receive information.

Contact us:

For questions or more details regarding THIRDHOME Rentals, please contact our Rentals Manager Maria Rodriguez Ortiz at maria@thirdhome.com.

Click here to view all available THIRDHOME Rentals.

If you notice your account is on limited status, it means that you have not made your required deposit or have not paid your annual dues.

To return to normal account status, you must:

1. Pay your annual dues of $295
2. Fulfill your annual deposit requirement

Note: Full owners must deposit 1 Key-earning week every 12 months. Fractional owners are required to deposit 1 Key-earning week every 24 months. The date of your last deposit will be used to track this requirement. Off-season and short notice weeks that book will also fulfill their requirement.

If you are up to date on your deposit but have not paid your annual dues, you can pay at any time. Otherwise, the fee will be added when you reserve a trip. Monetary credit can be used to pay for the full price of your annual dues. 

What CAN I do if my account is on “limited” status?

• You can still access your account
• You can search the site for available stays
• You can set up saved searches
• You can continue to receive availability notifications
• If you receive a “Keyless promotion,” you are still eligible to book it (you must still pay your annual membership dues, which will be added once you go to the checkout screen of the booking process)

What CAN’T I do if my account is on “limited” status?

• You can’t place a week on hold
• You can’t book an exchange until your active status is restored (the dues will be added once you go to the checkout screen of the booking process)
• You can’t purchase top-off keys
• You can’t use the Request a Week system
• You can’t book an Adventures trip

For any questions regarding limited account status, please contact the Member Experience Team by email at MemberExperience@thirdhome.com or call 833-682-7264.

Announcing THIRDHOME’s new partnership with USI Affinity Travel Insurance Services!

Life is full of the unexpected. So is travel, which is why we love it. But sometimes, things can go wrong. Thus, THIRDHOME is incredibly excited to announce our partnership with USI Affinity Travel Insurance Services. We want members to be prepared for the uninvited “what-ifs” with a travel insurance plan.

Here are 5 Reasons You Need a Trip Protection Plan 

1. You’ve invested a significant expense in your trip. If you have to cancel, you may lose that money.

Canceling a trip is disappointing enough. You don’t want to lose your entire trip investment on top of it. The Trip Cancellation benefit may provide reimbursement of unused, non-refundable travel arrangements. Read your policy carefully for policy Terms & Conditions, exclusions, and termination provisions. You may purchase the Cancel For Any Reason (CFAR) benefit option, and you can cancel your trip for any reason outside those listed in the policy to cover your non-refundable trip costs. (For CFAR coverage, you must purchase your plan within 14 days of your initial trip deposit. Other conditions apply. Read policy for details. Not available to residents of NY).

 2. Once you’ve departed on your trip, plans can still go wrong.

Unfortunately, baggage loss or damage is not uncommon. Neither are travel delays. Our plans offer coverage for these scenarios. And if your trip is interrupted due to an unforeseen event, our plans may cover that too. Read the full list of covered reasons for Trip Interruption in the policy.

 3. You need coverage in case you get sick or injured while away from home.

If you get sick or injured on your trip, access to emergency medical and sickness coverage is important. Many people mistakenly believe medical care outside the United States is free or very cheap. This is not the case, particularly when you’re traveling outside of the U.S. In fact, many travelers have been shocked at the cost of care abroad.

The insurance plan also includes Emergency Medical Evacuation for medically necessary transportation to the nearest hospital or appropriate facility following a covered illness or injury. Read policy for benefit details.

4. The travel insurance plan gives you access to global 24/7 assistance services.

Let’s say your passport was lost or stolen at the airport. Or your prescription medications were left behind at home. Or you twisted your ankle on an excursion and need to find a doctor. Who do you call, and where do you go for help? Your plan comes with access to 24/7 global travel assistance services. If at any point you have any questions during your trip or need assistance, you can call the numbers provided and get immediate assistance.

5. Protect your vacation, plus emergency medical expenses and belongings while traveling.

We hope your trip goes smoothly. But think of your non-refundable financial trip expense. Would you be comfortable losing it in the event of a cancellation? And perhaps more importantly, think of the expense you could face if you become sick or injured while traveling and need emergency medical care or an evacuation. Purchasing travel insurance can help make your trip more enjoyable and relaxing. And that’s the whole point, right? 

For more details on travel insurance benefits and limits, please visit www.travelinsure.com/thirdhome or contact USI Affinity Travel Insurance Services Customer Service at 855-874-0156 and reference THIRDHOME account #50054.

*THIRDHOME strongly recommends a travel insurance plan; One option is the Tour Protection Plan for THIRDHOME travelers underwritten by Starr Indemnity & Liability Company. See website and read the policy carefully for a full list of plan benefits, policy Terms & Conditions, exclusions, and termination provisions.

THIRDHOME Policy Note:

Exposure or illnesses related to COVID-19 do not qualify for a refund of Keys or exchange fees under our Terms and Conditions.

For many homeowners in the Club, hosting is an essential part of your membership. In exchange for the opportunity to travel the world and visit other members’ luxury residences, members host trusted fellow THIRDHOME members as guests in their own vacation homes.

As you add weeks into the Club, you will, by definition, host more often. However, this means that, in return, you will earn more Keys and have additional opportunities to travel. At THIRDHOME, we value our hosts and greatly appreciate your contribution to our inventory. We offer residences in 100 countries thanks to our gracious hosts worldwide.

If you have sold your vacation home or are considering selling your property, please let the THIRDHOME team know. It’s important to ensure that the weeks you add into the Club are made in good faith. If a member has booked a stay in your home, it is our expectation that you will make accommodations to honor that reservation. Do not hesitate to pass along the new homeowner’s information, as you will receive a referral credit if they join.

Additionally, please update your account if your primary residence has moved or if any of your personal information has changed. To do so, log in to your account, select your profile icon in the top right corner, and then click the “Manage” gear icon. This will bring you to your Manage Account page, where you will select “Edit Profile.”

Keeping our profile up-to-date is the best way to maintain a fair exchange program. Click here to log in and update your records, and reach out to memberexperience@thirdhome.com for questions or concerns.

Ever considered life at sea? Something more than the typical week-long, crowded, commercial cruise experience? That’s the ethos of an exciting new partner we recently added to the THIRDHOME family. Storylines is a luxury cruise ship, but this vessel is far from any standard cruise line. Instead, think more along the lines of a luxury ocean-going condominium complex, where a Storylines resident/owner can choose to be at sea 12 months of the year.  

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The ship will be delivered sometime in the second half of 2024 and consist of 547 individually-owned cabins, with Residences ranging in price and size from the efficient studio apartment priced at $367,000 USD, up to the Global Suite, featuring 2,200 spacious square-feet of living space on two floors offered at $8m USD.  

Once Storylines inventory is available on the Exchange, residence owners will be offering month-long stays aboard the ship as it navigates the globe. If the last 18 months have taught us anything, it is that it’s possible to manage business from anywhere. This includes four weeks aboard the most well-appointed ship of its kind anywhere in the world.  

Before stays become available, click here to set a saved search for Storylines availability to secure a reservation aboard this one-of-a-kind ship!  

Members interested in long-term lease or purchase plans are encouraged to inquire here. 

THIRDHOME makes the cut in Condé Nast Traveler’s 2021 Readers’ Choice Awards survey!

Keep reading to learn how to vote for THIRDHOME and enter the sweepstakes to win a dream getaway with Viking Cruises!

Condé Nast Traveler asked readers to participate in the first Readers’ Choice Awards survey over 3 decades ago. It was created so they could learn more about where their readers had recently vacationed, which destinations were next on their bucket lists and all their favorite travel necessities. Your favorite destinations and travel stables need your love more than ever this year! THIRDHOME is thrilled to be a part of it in the Homestays & Villa Rentals category once again and would love for members to consider voting for THIRDHOME!

If THIRDHOME is one of your favorite ways to travel, and we sure hope it is, keep reading to find out how to vote in the 2021 Readers’ Choice Awards Survey. By taking the survey, you enter Condé Nast Traveler‘s sweepstakes to win a dream getaway for two with Viking Cruises!

Step 1: Click here to visit the Condé Nast Traveler‘s 2021 Readers’ Choice Awards website

Step 2: Create an account or “Sign In”.

Step 3: Click on our category, “Homestays & Villa Rentals”!

Step 4: Fill out the form pictured below to begin the survey. Make sure to check the box at the end of this page if you’d like to be entered in the Condé Nast Traveler‘s sweepstakes! (if you already have an account, you will skip this form)

Step 5: Type “THIRDHOME” in the search bar.

Step 6: Rate THIRDHOME on bookability, customer service, photos/information, portfolio, website, and variety.

Step 7: Travel has changed over the last year due to COVID-19. Vote based on how THIRDHOME adjusted to these changes.

Step 8: Have you traveled with us in the last year?

Step 9: Last but not least, write a few sentences about your best THIRDHOME experience and why you’re voting!

Click “Submit” to cast your vote!

After taking these steps and completing the survey, you’re all finished! THIRDHOME is thrilled to be included in Condé Nast Traveler‘s 2021 Readers’ Choice Awards. Voting closes May 31st, 2021. Thank you for reading and voting!

Want more information about our Exchange Club? Click here to learn more about THIRDHOME.

2020 was filled with challenges, new ideas & team work for THIRDHOME.

What did 2020 look like for this luxury home exchange and travel club?

It is no secret that 2020 was a difficult year for many industries worldwide, and the travel industry was no exception. However, THIRDHOME met the challenges of 2020 head-on while keeping members and its team’s safety at top of mind.

We worked from home to stay healthy, we collaborated as a team to be flexible, and we learned to pivot and lean on each other when a new challenge arose.

In the moments where the thought of travel seemed so far out of reach, our members were always looking towards the future and booking their next luxury stay! As we also look towards an exciting and travel-filled 2021, we paused to take one last look back at 2020 and realized we still had plenty of growth and highlights to applaud.

There was much to celebrate in 2020! THIRDHOME opened a new office in Marbella, Spain to propel our growth and meet increased international demand. We launched a new branding campaign that gave our logo a refresh that incorporated our signature Key. The technology team even rounded up their “Top 10 Tech Updates”, which include our new Exchange home page, new mapping tools for regional travel, custom deposits, expanded search filters and more. The team even added the ability to upload YouTube or Vimeo videos to property pages!

Members participated in over 3,500 home exchanges last year and we already have 1,754 confirmed for this year. We’re looking forward to more travel, growth and success in 2021 and we’ll be here to assist you whenever you are ready to book one (or more) of our 11,300 available weeks! Click below to view availability.

THIRDHOME makes the cut in Condé Nast Traveler’s 2020 Readers’ Choice Awards survey!

Keep reading to learn how to vote for THIRDHOME and enter the sweepstakes to win a dream getaway with Viking Cruises!

Condé Nast Traveler asked readers to participate in the first Readers’ Choice Awards survey over 3 decades ago. It was created so they could learn more about where their readers had recently vacationed, which destinations were next on their bucket lists and all their favorite travel necessities. Your favorite destinations and travel stables need your love more than ever this year! THIRDHOME is thrilled to be a part of it in the Homestays & Villa Rentals category once again and would love for members to consider voting for THIRDHOME!

If THIRDHOME is one of your favorite ways to travel, and we sure hope it is, keep reading to find out how to vote in the 2020 Readers’ Choice Awards Survey. By taking the survey, you enter Condé Nast Traveler‘s sweepstakes to win a dream getaway for two with Viking Cruises!

Step 1: Click here to visit the Condé Nast Traveler‘s 2020 Readers’ Choice Awards website

Step 2: Create an account or “Sign In”.

Step 3: Click on our category, “Homestays & Villa Rentals”!

Step 4: Fill out the form pictured below to begin the survey. Make sure to check the box at the end of this page if you’d like to be entered in the Condé Nast Traveler‘s sweepstakes! (if you already have an account, you will skip this form)

Step 5: Type “THIRDHOME” in the search bar.

Step 6: Rate THIRDHOME on bookability, customer service, photos/information, property database, value and website.

Step 7: Choose which group you’d recommend THIRDHOME to: Family/Kids or Family/Reunion?

Step 8: Last but not least, write a few sentences about your best THIRDHOME experience and why you’re voting!

Click “Submit” to cast your vote!

After taking these steps and completing the survey, you’re all finished! THIRDHOME is thrilled to be included in Condé Nast Traveler‘s 2020 Readers’ Choice Awards. Thank you for reading and voting!

Want more information about our Exchange Club? Click here to learn more about THIRDHOME.

2019 was a great year for THIRDHOME.

What did 2019 look like for this luxury home exchange and travel club?

THIRDHOME reached over 11,000 properties, created 20+ new partnerships with luxury brands all around the world and focused on growing its European portfolio. THIRDHOME Adventures sold out multiple luxury trips to Morocco, African safaris and launched new trips to Peru, Fiji, Iceland and Anguilla! THIRDHOME Rentals also grew its portfolio to 705 active properties. Needless to say, 2019 was a big year for this Club! View the infographic below to learn more about THIRDHOME in 2019.

The THIRDHOME team is ready for more travel, growth and success in 2020. Click below to reserve your next luxury stay.