Sandra Raupach’s 13-year old son Lukas loved languages. The trouble was that he didn’t like speaking them. He preferred translating from ancient Greek and Latin into his native German. Sandra knew just how much her son was missing by not speaking any foreign languages and especially wanted him to improve his spoken English. So she tried sending him to a camp in Germany to practice.
The Lingoo homestay host network gives parents the information and choice they need to find the ideal host for their child’s language holidays. The high demand means that the most expereinced and well reviewed hosts are always in booked up in advance particularly during peak times. This blog will look at the tools that you have in place to find a host on Lingoo and explain why you should plan ahead and book quickly to avoid disappointment.
All our hosts are thoroughly vetted by our experienced team
In a previous blog we looked at how the travel arrangements aspect can be one of the most daunting parts of arranging a language exchange or homestay language holiday for your child. When flying, many children children will be travelling on their own, often for the first time. Airlines are sensitive to the concerns of parents and the logistics required but even when the flight goes smoothly arriving at customs and immigration can be a time consuming and daunting experience.
Choosing the right host family is the most important step in making your child or teenager’s language holiday a success. But while you consider the location of the host, the learning opportunities they offer and how well their interests match those of your child or teenager, it’s easy to overlook the final element: their availability. Read on to find out how you can arrange the ideal homestay.
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