It is important to us that you feel well taken care of and catered for during your stay in one of our destinations. Thus we have taken great caution in the selection of our partner schools as a vital part of their quality is the choice of accommodation, which is especially important with any host family option.

Due to the fact that the accommodation makes up for a great value of your stay we are always looking for reasonable rates at the highest quality possible. Please be aware that accommodation can vary strongly in price, size and standard. While you may be staying with a host family with a pool and garden in San Diego or Nice , you may end up paying quadruple the rent of your hometown flat for a small room in a shared apartment in New York . At any time we encourage you to direct any problem with your accommodation to our partner school as well as us.

Hint: In general it is not necessary to book an accommodation with us. However you can only book an accommodation when you book a course with us.

Following our “total immersion” principle, we recommend to stay in a host family. Not only is it one of the most reasonable options to stay at, but also the best choice to quickly progress with your language skills. Through the steady exposure to the language you will continue your learning outside of the class with ease and fun. Further you will get to know the local habits and culture, attaching you even closer to the language.

Our host families are carefully chosen by our partner schools in situ and monitored regularly by a school representative. Former students are always welcome to give feedback at any time and a short general statement at the end.

All families are by nature open-minded and friendly people who invite you to their home. They are as versatile and individual as our customers. Thus the definition of family may not always apply in its traditional understanding but can also include single mothers or a married couple without children. The focus lays clearly on the conversation and communication during your free time. Some of the hosts may accommodate more than one student at a time. Please be aware, that most families do not allow the use of the kitchen by yourself unless especially stated in the offer.

Usually residences are dormitories of nearby colleges and universities which are not in use during summer semester break.

Thus the residence option is mostly available during summer season. They are often centrally located and will at most times include

• a single or shared room 
• a shared kitchen.
• Bath and toilet in the room or shared as well

We recommend this option for younger students who want to stay individually but only have a limited budget.

Hostels are run by private people of official organizations such as the YMCA or they will belong to chains like the Youth Hostel International Organization.

You may have the choice between your private room and sharing with two or more people. A bathroom may be part of the room or be on the floor. Often this option includes breakfast in a common area. Sometimes a kitchen is accessible as well. This option caters for the young and budget traveler.

Shoudl we not have a Hostel or other accommodation option on offer, that suits your purposes, see Hostelworld.com for budget options.

Some of our schools offer the booking of nearby hotels or have a recommendation.

Otherwise you can always book a hotel in worldwide destinations with our partner HRS .

In host families you will often have the choice between breakfast and half board (breakfast and dinner). Some even offer full board (lunch packet). Please be aware that the food as well as the times will depend on the host families’ tradition and differ from your habits.
In London, for example, it can be acceptable that you get baked beans and bacon (unless you are vegetarian) for breakfast while you get a bagel or bowl of cereal in New York.
At all times you will need to ask if you want to take additional food from the fridge or if you want to store some of your own food in the families’ fridge. Should the offer do not satisfy your needs or tastes try to discuss this first with your family directly or address this to your accommodation manager at the school. Do not wait too long or hesitate to bring this to their or our attention.

Should you stay in an apartment, residence or hostel you will usually be responsible for your own meals and drinks. Details will be mentioned in the respective accommodation description of the destination.