Earth Day is an annual celebration that is dedicated to protecting Earth’s natural resources. It’s celebrated on April 22nd each year. Chances are you’ve done something to commemorate this day in your home country, as it’s a day that is acknowledged in more than 190...
Have you been thinking about taking a trip soon? Springtime in the U.S. (March 20-June 21) is a great time of year to get away. Not only is the weather mild in most places, spring often attracts fewer tourists than summer months, so many destinations...
Happy New Year! It’s time to think about new beginnings, new goals, and new ways you may want to make the most of your time in the USA. Here are some ways you can make 2023 your best year yet as an au pair: You...
The holiday season has unofficially kicked off in the U.S.A. You are in for a treat as you experience new holidays, traditions, foods, and fun over the next couple of months. Chances are you’ve already begun the season with some Halloween fun! Halloween is celebrated...
Mother’s Day is will be here soon! This year it’s on Sunday, May 8th. You may not be able to celebrate with your own mom or grandma. However, this is a special opportunity to show your host mom just how much you care! How Can...
When Alison, an au pair from Mexico, arrived on the program in 2021, she expected to learn about American culture and celebrate new holidays like the Fourth of July and Thanksgiving. She didn’t realize she’d be gaining an even deeper level of cultural understanding through...
Valentine’s Day is just around the corner on February 14th. While this may be known as the Day of Love, it’s certainly not limited to romantic relationships here in the U.S. Whether you’re single, in a long-distance relationship, or have a partner here in the...
Ah, the holidays. No matter how bad your year has been – and 2020 has been challenging for most of us – you can always hope that the end-of-year holidays cheer you up! You may be familiar with traditional holidays such as Hanukkah, Christmas, and...