Homestay experience with Spanish immersion
A Spanish course with a homestay in Latin America is a great way to experience the culture of a country and improve your travel experience. Therefore, if you are looking for Spanish immersion then you should consider doing a Spanish language course with a homestay. We have done the research beforehand so that you know what to expect. If you are traveling to a Latin American country and participate in a homestay experience, you will find out how truly warm and friendly people are. We can help you organize your Spanish course in Latin America with a homestay and they have slightly different styles based on the region they are in. For example, some of the homestays in Latin America, they will be smaller and more personal than other parts where they might be more like an apartment with shared spaces. But all our homestays tend to stay with the traditional style of having a family in one house with our students sharing communal areas such as bathrooms and kitchens. A Spanish course in Latin America with a homestay is also definitely a very affordable way to get a taste of Latin culture and to enjoy a home-cooked meal. All our homestays are carefully selected, and they have experience in handling students. It is a good way to meet local people, practice your Spanish and learn about the culture you are visiting in depth. Because you will be spending time with your host family you will also speak more Spanish than at hostels, where you might only interact in English with other guests for brief periods of time. This personal experience can help create memories that will last a lifetime and increase your learning results!
What is a Homestay?
Homestays are a great way to experience a foreign culture while traveling on a budget. It is an authentic experience living with a homestay family. Our students value a homestay experience always very highly. What they like is that they have their private room and share meals together. You will enjoy breakfast, lunch or dinner with them. Our host families in Latin America are happy to give up their own space in order to help our Spanish students. If you have a lot of luggage or need more privacy, and you want to practice your Spanish and have a unique immersion experience, this option will suit you best.
Advantages of a Homestay?
If you are looking for a Spanish immersion in Latin America with accommodation with a private room, as a student you can enjoy staying with a host family while still having plenty of independence. The advantage of a private room at a homestay is that they are less expensive and more authentic than having your own private room in a hotel or hostel. As a student, you also don’t have to completely follow the house rules of your Latin American family. You still have plenty of freedom and if you want to skip dinner, for example, you can do that of course. You can make your own plans when you don’t feel like it. Keep in mind that a host family does not always consist of two parents with children. It can vary also, so it can be for an example a whole family with grandparents, parents and children’s but also a divorced mother with her children. If you are vegetarian or have special dietary requirements, we can always find a family to accommodate you.
A Spanish course in Latin America with a host family is a complete cultural experience. You get a unique insight into the daily life of a Latin American family and get to know their culture and food habits very well. In most cases, host family accommodation includes breakfast and often lunch and dinner. We will always mention this in the Spanish course. No doubt you will have an authentic experience where your host family may also invite you to their daily activities or parties. Latinos are known as very warm people and our host families are carefully selected and do have a lot of experience with our students. Living with a host family in Latin America allows you to make the most of your Spanish course in Latin America by learning about their culture and customs. But don’t feel obligated to do anything you also have plenty of freedom!
Host family stays also help you practice your Spanish. You should be aware of that in the host families, they do (most of the time) do not speak English and thus you will be encouraged to speak Spanish. Your host family will not care if you make mistakes and they will appreciate your initiative in learning their language. This will give you confidence in using the Spanish language. All of our host families in Latin America also have plenty of experience with other students to guarantee you a comfortable and pleasant stay. So, if you want to have a Spanish immersion in Latin America and practice your Spanish even more in an authentic environment. Then we encourage you to choose a Spanish course with a host family in Latin America. You will quickly learn Spanish by talking a lot.
Our recommendations
A homestay in Peru is an experience you will never forget and also it is one of the cheapest options we offer. By taking a Spanish language course at a Spanish language school in Peru and staying with a host family you will learn a lot about Peruvian culture and daily life. Our students really like a Spanish course in Cusco and homestay. In each host family, you will have your own comfortable private room. The host families are all in safe neighborhoods and a maximum of 20 minutes by bus to the school. Included in the homestay experiences are breakfast, lunch, and dinner with your guest’s family. Peruvian style! And trust us, Peruvian food is the best food that you will experience in South America.
If you want to learn and speak Spanish very fast, consider learning Spanish at a language school in Ecuador and a host family in Ecuador. The carefully selected host families all speak Spanish very clearly with the students, allowing students to practice a lot. Living with an Ecuadorian family stimulates you in learning the language. You can practice everything you have learned during your classes with your host family. You will have your private room with breakfast and dinner. The most popular option is a homestay experience on our Traveling Classroom in Ecuador.
Are you planning to learn Spanish at a Spanish language school in Costa Rica? Then you can combine this also with a Homestay in Costa Rica. A homestay in Costa Rica is a great experience and it is an important part of your Spanish language course. We always receive extremely positive student reviews from experienced host families in Costa Rica and students feel it really added something extra to their Spanish course in Costa Rica. Staying with a host family in Costa Rica we suggest for students who want to practice Spanish in real-life situations. When you do a Costa Rican homestay you will have your room and breakfast is included and you will get a Tico experience. The best destinations to do a Spanish language course in Costa rica and homestay are on our Traveling Classroom in Panama/Costa Rica.
Another great country for a Spanish immersion with a host family is Panama. While you learn Spanish at a Spanish school in Panama you can practice what you have learned with your host family. You will always have a private bedroom and you will learn a lot about Panamanian culture. You will have a real cultural immersion and still have all the freedom to do what you want. Living with a Panama family stimulates you in learning the language. You can practice everything that you have learned during your classes with your host family. Our homestays in Panama are carefully selected and you will have your private room with breakfast. Our students really like the Traveling Classroom in Panama/Costa Rica.
How to Get the Most Out of Your Homestay in Latin America
Staying with a host during your Spanish language course in Latin America is of course very exciting and it could be challenging. Therefore, to get the most out of your host family experience, we recommend the following to our Spanish students in Latin America.
Do not be afraid and dare to speak Spanish. The host families enjoy speaking Spanish with you and appreciate you trying to learn their language. They don’t care if your Spanish is not good. On the contrary, they want to help you improve your Spanish and they will do everything they can to make your experience as enjoyable as possible. Tell them about yourself and share life experiences with your host family. Most likely, the host families have never been to foreign countries themselves and for them, it is also very nice to learn something about your culture. This cultural exchange is very important. You will be amazed that some things are considered normal for you but for your host family, it is a completely different experience. There is nothing better than learning from each other and having mutual respect for each other’s culture. Therefore, be polite and kind. In Latin Culture, people are known as kind and warm people. You will see that you will get a lot in return. If you have a nice present or something typical of your country or culture. If so, your host family will find this very nice and much appreciated. You may also be staying with a host family with young children. These are very nice experiences and an enrichment of your trip if you can spend time together. You will find out that it is also fun for you and you can practice your Spanish very well.
Conclusion
We truly believe in cultural experience and that your Spanish course in Latin America with a host family will be an unforgettable experience that will add something extra to your Spanish study. On top of that, a Spanish immersion with homestay will add something to your travel experience and your life. We at Spanish Travel classes offer always different accommodation options for all language courses, such as hostel accommodation, and student apartment residence at a Spanish school in Latin America where you will stay with other students. If you would like to find out more about this or our host family options in combination with your Spanish language course in Latin America, please contact us today. We always give honest advice and are happy to help you put together your Spanish language course in Latin America. It is important to us that in addition to your Spanish lessons, you have memorable and culturally meaningful experiences that you will never forget.