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By on April 24th, 2017
Homestay Recipes: Affordable Options for Host Parents
Being a homestay parent comes with a number of benefits, many of which you’ll only fully realize during your student’s stay and some that you won’t even recognize until after they’ve left. However, it’s also true that being a homestay host means your budget will need to incorporate one more person. While it’s definitely worth it, we’ve put together some very affordable recipes that will leave your student and your budget very happy. Sticky Rice Stir Fry It doesn’t get…
By on April 21st, 2017
How to Set Rules as a Host Family for International Students
While there’s a lot to look forward to as a host family, you’ll need to set ground rules at some point. Here are some tips to make this essential step as easy as possible. Make Sure Your Family Is on the Same Page In most families, house rules really amount to unspoken rules everyone learns over time. It’s very rare that they’re actually written down somewhere or ever reviewed or formally revised. This usually isn’t much of a problem, but…
By on April 17th, 2017
Weekend Ideas for Host Families and International Students
Being a homestay parent is a rewarding experience unlike any other. Here are seven tips for host families to entertain your guest on the weekends. Ask Them What’s on Their Bucket List Do this with your student early on. Depending on where you live, they probably thought of some places beforehand that they really want to see nearby. A lot of times, this will be a public area that won’t cost you a dime but may take up an afternoon…