It was a long time coming but summer is finally here! The only challenge now is keeping vacation expenses down without giving up the fun. Luckily, we've already seen a number of fabulous summer items on Swapsity that are going to make it a cinch. If we can offer any advice, it'd be to take advantage of the community to barter for everything you'll need this season: cottage rentals, boats, gardening tools, bikes, fishing rods, hiking gear and even fresh berries.

Cottage Swaps: Vacation spots can become the largest expense for your family during summer vacation. Home swaps rocks, saving you heaps of rental costs. Imagine having a summer home to yourself and spending less on accommodation and meals. Now that's relaxation!

Boats & Water Sports: Care for the surf more than the turf? Find or borrow exciting family watercrafts on Swapsity. Take it for spin at your cottage or treat yourself to a boating adventures all without breaking the bank.

Summer Garden: There's no better work than what's done among the wildlife of your own yard. It's a fabulous way to stay healthy physically and mentally. Barter for seeds, plants, tools, hands-on help and even custom landscape design.

Heat up your summer without burning through your cash this year. Find or list anything from summer homes to boats and beyond and have a swap-savvy summer!