When I travel I like to stay off the beaten path so this site, Airbnd.com,  really fits my travel rhythm. It’s kind of an Ebay or Craigslist for people to open up their vacation homes, tree houses, Paris apartments, airstream trailers or whatever to travelers. The site has user feedback so you have an idea of what you’re getting into. Most of the accommodations are affordable, especially if you’re with a friend. Very cool.