

Things I Didn’t Know About Hosting That Changed My Life
Smiles brought to you by: hosting and zero dignity. By Abrilina Bray When I first signed up to host a student, I thought I was just...
Jul 124 min read


Your Exchange Year: Why Comparing is the Fastest Way to Ruin It (and How to Not Do That)
Your exchange year is your own story — no two are the same. Here’s why comparing yourself to others could be stealing your joy (and how to stop).
Aug 124 min read


Too Boring, Too Broke, Too Busy: The Real Reasons People Don’t Host (And Why They’re Totally Wrong)
When people say they can’t host an exchange student, they usually don’t come out and say, "I just don’t want to." Instead, they’ll say...
Jul 294 min read