Many people ask, "What does the family expect me to do?" Here are what most parents hope and expect when a Rome Abroad Traveler comes to stay with them. We've also included what doesn't jive well for a typical host family. Do: Interact With Their Children The sky's...
What were you grateful for this week?Getting more confident in driving. What was difficult or challenging this week?Keeping up with busy holiday schedule and still being a little confused and new. Tell us about a "wow" moment you had this week.Consistently did the...
What were you grateful for this week?Places with so much history to celebrate!What was the most challenging part of this week? I had to take a test in Italian.Tell us about a "wow" moment you had this week. Helped to make sure my host mom had a good birthday!Tell us...
What were you grateful for this week?My host family made me feel welcome in a few different ways. Their daughter made me a welcome sign that I saw first thing when arriving to their house. The dad took work off to help me practice driving and to get familiar with the...
What were you grateful for this week?I was grateful for the opportunity to explore more of Spain this weekend. What was the most challenging part of this week?The most challenging part of this week was feeling bad for leaving on the weekend again. I know that I have...
What were you grateful for this week? This week I am grateful for the awesome friends I’ve made here. This trip would be a lot lonelier with out them. What was the most challenging part of this week?Unpacking! I don’t know why I always make such a big deal out of it,...
What were you grateful for this week?I found oreo’s and Dr Pepper at a market in Rapallo! What was the most challenging part of this week?I wore uncomfortable shoes and ended up walking almost 20 miles!Tell us about a "wow" moment you had this week.The little girl in...
What were you grateful for this week?For the great place that my host family lives! I’m right next to a beautiful nature reserve that overlooks the city, and it’s become my sanctuary. What was the most challenging part of this week?On Friday some friends of my host...
What were you grateful for this week?My host mom! She has been so helpful in helping me plan my weekend trips. What was the most challenging part of this week?Being in a different time zone than my family. Sometimes when I want to call them, but I can't because they...
What were you grateful for this week?I was grateful for a delicious dinner with my host family and the chance to get to know them more.What was the most challenging part of this week?The most challenging part of the week (which wasn't even that challenging) was making...
What were you grateful for this week?New friends.What was the most challenging part of this week?Getting over being sick.Tell us about a "wow" moment you had this week.I loaded all the breakfast dishes, started the dishwasher and emptied it before they arrived home so...
What were you grateful for this week?Good health. What was the most challenging part of this week?Having no friends! I wish I had people to spend time with. Tell us about a "wow" moment you had this week.I stayed home with the little girl when she was sick. We just...
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