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I am packing my bags for my return to France after 2 weeks spent at Maria's. The stay was very pleasant, the welcome from the family was as if I were a member of the family. Maria and I went on 6 outings during which I was able to discover the monuments, unusual places, and tourist spots in Malta. Through the lessons, the familiarization with the English language is real. Daily immersion has enhanced my skills in this area. The accommodation is comfortable, and Maria's culinary skills are excellent. Hearty and refined dishes. In short, I will keep only good memories of this stay. It is even very likely that I will repeat this experience. I highly recommend this place.
I am writing to sincerely recommend the Tracey family who welcomed my daughter Sara into their home for 9 months. As Sara's parents, we could not be more grateful for the positive and rewarding experience this family has provided for our child. From the moment they started welcoming our daughter, we have seen how they have created a safe, warm and caring environment. They have not only provided our daughter with a comfortable place to live, but they also made sure to integrate her into their family life and daily routine, which has allowed our daughter to flourish. Tracey has always cared about our daughter's wellbeing and has always been accessible and communicative, keeping us informed of her progress, needs and happiness. Although David spent less time at home, he was very kind and loving to our daughter, and equally concerned for her welfare. He was also very attentive with Sara, like buying her Spanish ham for her lunch! Sara also misses the children with whom she got on very well and with whom she still keeps in touch. They are both very good children. Finally, their openness and respectful attitude towards different cultures and customs made our daughter feel accepted and valued. Living with them has enabled her to develop new skills, learn new perspectives and feel part of a family that genuinely cares about her well-being. For all these reasons, I have no doubt that the Tracey family is an exceptional family that provides a safe and welcoming environment for any young person or student lucky enough to be placed with them.
First immersion stay with Fiacra and Fatima for Gaspard (13 years old). He was delighted with this first experience. He felt at home thanks to the warm welcome from the whole family, the good food prepared by Fatima, and the games with Maria. He made real progress in English, benefiting from the lessons with the Ukrainian refugees. It was a wonderful experience to share these moments with the group. We are very happy with this successful first experience. Thank you Fiacra and Fatima for this warm welcome and support!
I have spent two wonderful weeks, I felt at home. Yvonne and her husband are very attentive and help you with everything you need. I was able to enjoy moments with family practicing English. The environment around the house is very nice, and you can go on excursions. It has been a great experience for me. Thank you for everything.
I spent 2 full weeks with Audrey and Adam. Everything was perfect. The welcome is extremely warm. I took English classes with Adam. He is a very patient teacher, attentive, very humorous, and always in a good mood. They took me to visit more beautiful places, especially the Dingle Peninsula and its bar, the westernmost in Europe ;-) I plan to go back and I am even thinking of sending my children... For those who want to experience immersion in Ireland, I can only recommend contacting Audrey and Adam.
I strongly recommend your stay with Linda. She is very welcoming, helpful, warm, and very friendly. She helped us improve our English. We stayed for 8 days with my 12-year-old daughter. Linda assisted us with transportation and visits if necessary. Her apartment is bright and welcoming, the bedroom is perfect, and her cooking is excellent. Thank you very much, Linda.
In October Luci and Violeta warmly welcomed me into their home in Murcia. Luci successfully endeavoured to cater for my fat-free diet; I thank her most sincerely. She showed me the delightful villages in the area, all clustered around the River Segura. A highlight was the nearby Balneario of Archena. We also chatted for many hours, in spite of her lack of time and probably energy owing to her other commitments - her shop, her online Spanish classes and her artisan enterprise. Overall I feel that my time spent in Villanueva was very useful and most enjoyable. I thank Luci and Violeta and wish Luci well with her business plans and Violeta much success in her studies and future career.
My 16-year-old son had an excellent experience with Maryline! According to him, the whole family was kind. Maryline prepared good, balanced meals every day. Normally, my son has difficulty eating vegetables, but her cooking was exquisite; he managed to finish his plate every time. She also offered varied activities and was available to spend time together (watching a movie together, for example). In fact, we had a bad experience in a host family in England this summer with another organization. My son and his friend ate alone for 2 weeks because that family didn't take care of them. I highly recommend Maryline! My son's English grades improved after this stay. He told me he learned much more in one week with her than he did this summer. Additionally, I have a small piece of advice for outdoor activities: you should give your child a bit of pocket money because it costs money on-site; activity fees are not included in the bill. Thank you, Maryline, and see you soon!
Pascale is a kind and caring person. I came to stay with her for four weeks but had to cut my journey short due to family issues back home. She was considerate of my feelings and helped me enjoy my time in Malaga to the best of my ability. Her cooking is delicious, and her home is extremely comfortable, clean, and relaxing with magnificent views of the Mediterranean. Malaga is a remarkably interesting city to visit. I can 100% recommend a visit here and staying with Pascal and her dog, Blue. Thank you Pascal.
I had a great week with Vega. The breakfasts were fit for a hotel. Vega is always open to dialogue and recommends visits. Additionally, the exercises in class were very useful. Thank you again to Vega for the stay!
My 16-year-old daughter had a very pleasant week with Margaret and John. She did an internship that allowed her to improve her English. Margaret is very attentive and present. My daughter is thrilled with her stay.
I would like to express my gratitude to Mairead and Brendan, the Irish couple who welcomed our son Gabriel, who is almost 14, for his first language stay. From the very beginning, they showed great kindness and particular attention towards him, which greatly facilitated his integration and immersion in the English-speaking environment. Although Gabriel has a very beginner level of English, Mairead and Brendan adapted to his pace and understanding while maintaining total language immersion. This allowed Gabriel to make progress in his English learning without feeling overwhelmed. They were very patient and encouraging, which helped Gabriel gain confidence by practicing the language daily. The stay was enriched by numerous cultural outings and discoveries. Gabriel was lucky enough to visit the city and its surroundings, as well as the Irish countryside, which allowed him to discover the beauty of Ireland. He particularly enjoyed the hurling and Gaelic football matches that Brendan took him to, an experience that completely enchanted him as he loves sports. Mairead and Brendan did not limit themselves to the surroundings and even took the time to accompany Gabriel to Dublin by train to introduce him to the Irish capital. This particular attention made his stay even more memorable. We also greatly appreciated the quality of communication with Mairead, who was able to answer all our questions smoothly and reassure our concerns as parents sending their son abroad for the first time. She was a great support and always took the time to keep us informed. Finally, Gabriel was able to share a few moments with a young Spaniard, who was welcomed for the school year by Mairead and Brendan, which added an intercultural dimension to his stay. This cohabitation proved to be very positive and enriching for him. In summary, we are very satisfied with the warm and attentive welcome that Mairead and Brendan offered to Gabriel. Their generosity, patience, and willingness to share Irish culture far exceeded our expectations. Gabriel has wonderful memories of this experience, and we will not hesitate to trust them again for a future language stay. A big thank you to Mairead and Brendan for this unforgettable experience.
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A language stay is much more than just a trip abroad. It's a cultural immersion, a unique learning opportunity, and a powerful human experience. Whether you're a teenager, a student or an adult, choosing a language stay with a host family lets you live the language every day. Linguifamily is the first French platform for language stays for teens, students and adults, making immersion easy by connecting you directly with carefully selected hosts in more than ten countries worldwide.
Each language stay takes place in a warm, welcoming and safe family environment. Far from traditional summer-camp or campus-style formats, this one-to-one approach encourages genuine connections and real cultural anchoring. You can choose from many destinations: a language stay in Ireland, a language stay in England, a language stay in Canada, a language stay in Malta, a language stay in Spain, a language stay in South Africa, a language stay in the United States, a language stay in Italy, a language stay in Dubai… all through a simple interface and continuous support.
The platform offers total transparency: detailed host family profiles, integrated messaging, booking management, and 24/7 support. This enables everyone to plan their language stay with peace of mind, depending on their goals: improve your English, discover a new culture, become more independent, or enjoy a rewarding language exchange.
Language stays for teens are designed to meet the specific needs of young people aged 10 to 18. This format helps teenagers make fast progress in a language while enjoying an unforgettable human and cultural experience. Thanks to host family accommodation, every language stay for teens becomes total immersion: young participants practise the language from morning to night, in a caring environment.
Among the most popular destinations for teens is a language stay in London, highly appreciated for its cultural richness and the variety of activities on offer. Language stays in London combine discovering the British capital with natural English learning, while being hosted by a local family. The experience is just as captivating in other English-speaking countries such as Ireland, where a language stay in Ireland offers immersion in a calmer, greener setting.
Host families are selected according to strict criteria: ability to host young people, a safe family environment, and the motivation to share their culture. Language stays for teenagers often include local activities, excursions or entertainment, which helps integration and boosts motivation to speak the language. We have also been offering Summer Camps for teens since this year.
For teens looking for something more exotic, a language stay in South Africa offers a completely different experience. In addition to learning English, they discover a rich culture and spectacular nature. It's an excellent way to combine language learning, adventure and open-mindedness.
Language stays for adults are aimed at a wide audience: post-secondary students, career changers, professionals, or simply language lovers. Learning doesn't stop at school, and a language stay for adults makes it possible to restart or improve a language in a practical and stimulating context.
This format offers many possibilities: you can choose an English language stay in a city like London or Dublin, or opt for a sunnier, more relaxed destination such as a language stay in Malta. Each destination offers a suitable pace, with host families ready to adapt to your specific needs.
Language stays in the USA are also in high demand: spending a few weeks with an American family lets you dive into local culture, pick up authentic expressions, and significantly improve your spoken fluency. For this, the language stay in the USA offered by Linguifamily is fully customisable.
It's also possible to stay closer to home while still enjoying real immersion. A language stay in France is ideal for foreign learners or French speakers who want to improve a regional language or a foreign language with a bilingual host. It also helps avoid the constraints linked to international travel.
For those who want to improve without breaking the bank, Linguifamily also offers affordable language stays, by targeting certain destinations off-season or shorter formats. The accessible price does not compromise the quality of the welcome or the intensity of immersion.
The effectiveness of a language stay largely relies on total immersion and natural exchanges with the host family. Far from a classroom method, learning happens through practice: you learn by speaking, listening, and sharing everyday moments. That's what makes this format faster and more memorable than traditional lessons.
One of the key strengths of this approach is flexibility. Every family is different, and each participant can choose the environment that suits them: urban, rural, lively or quiet. It's also possible to filter by interests, languages spoken, or the type of activities offered during the stay.
Language stays in England remain an essential reference. Thanks to its proximity to France, travel is easy and the experience stays immersive. You'll practise rich English while being exposed to a wide variety of accents depending on the region. Others choose English language stays in Canada, where the environment is bilingual, or in more distant countries such as South Africa for a more intense immersion.
By choosing a language stay in Canada, participants enjoy a warm welcome, a safe environment, and North American-paced English. This type of stay is particularly popular with students and young professionals looking to work internationally or prepare for exams such as TOEIC or IELTS.