By on April 26th, 2017
Understanding the Culture of English International Students
English international students may seem like some of the easiest to host seeing as how there is no language barrier (don’t be so sure). As you’re about to see, though, there’s plenty about their culture you should understand before your student arrives. English Love (Their) Tea You probably already know that tea is a staple of the English diet. They don’t just drink it every day; they actually stop what they’re doing once a day to have a cup. Offering…
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…