Editing Hospitality exchange (section)

=== Reciprocity ===
These systems foster richer and more convenient travel experiences not so much on the premise of [[altruism]], but on the basis of [[social exchange theory]]. Implicit in the agreement to host travelers is the ability to ask to be hosted by them in the future. If one enjoys having interesting guests in their home, this works out well for both parties. It works comparatively better if you are visited by travelers from a locale you find particularly attractive. Thus, hosting someone from [[New York City]] in [[Gainesville, Florida]] seems to be an unbelievable opportunity. Moreover, if you are a Westerner visiting someone in a [[developing country]], your stay might be the only way that this individual or family could afford a trip to a rich nation. This may mean more than just a relaxing vacation for such disadvantaged parties.