a table set with a Thanksgiving dinner
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Thanksgiving Tips for Au Pairs

by on November 7, 2024
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This post was originally published in November 2021 and was revised by other contributors in November 2024. Experiencing American holidays is one of the best parts of being on the Au Pair cultural exchange program.  On the fourth Thursday of November most people in the...
A man, woman, and two kids sit near a Christmas tree.
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Hooray for the Holidays!

by on November 10, 2022
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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...
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Au Pair Celebrates her First Passover

by on May 5, 2022
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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...
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Celebrating Valentine’s Day in the U.S.A.

by on February 9, 2022
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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...