Traveling in the USA is one of the many benefits to becoming an au pair. And lots of our au pairs are venturing beyond their local areas to explore some exciting destinations on host family trips and in their own free time. Monica, from Mexico,...
2021 was a great year for sports! This summer, we’ve seen football (or “soccer” 😂 ) tournaments in Europe and Latin America, and now the Olympics! After a difficult 2020, athletes are returning to fields around the world. Of course, sports entertain and promote exercise....
When you think of an American state with sunny beaches, beautiful ocean views, and lots of families enjoying fun amusement rides, you probably think of California. But all the way on the other side of America is another summertime beach destination that also happens to...
During the global pandemic, Au Pair USA au pairs made the most of a difficult situation and traveled locally.
Tanya discusses ways to celebrate Independence Day in the U.S.
Au pairs reflect on the importance of LGBTQ+ pride parades in the USA.
Au Pair USA talked with former and current au pairs about their experiences with LGBTQ+ acceptance in the United States.
Sharing Food is Cultural Exchange for Au Pairs and Families
You may have heard the term “origin story.” Superheroes have them; it describes how they got their powers. Maureen was our 2020 Super Au Pair, and her origin story begins in Germany. Maureen practices boxing and yoga, but her superpowers aren’t physical; they come from...
“What if my host family has a different religion than my own?” This may be a concern as you consider becoming an au pair. However, learning is part of cultural exchange. You should embrace all aspects of a new culture. This includes different religious traditions. ...