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Linguifamily, the platform that connects you with host families around the world for a tailor-made language stay. Choose your family, your destination, and the experience that suits you. Contact the family before booking for total immersion!
Pauline was welcomed at Tom and Ciara's as if she were part of their family. The initial contact happened naturally and easily. Mutual trust was established quickly. Many activities were offered. It's a family we recommend!
Excellent stay, lovely family, very welcoming. Discovery of the region. Attentive, caring, and dynamic.
My 16-year-old son stayed for 10 days at Sandra's house. They live in a cozy place near the Pyrenees. There is always a lot of activity in their home, so he met many kids of similar ages. Sandra, Sébastien, Tissia, and Louka were always very nice and welcoming, and they made sure he always had activities. He also visited several nearby villages. Practicing French went very well for him.
My daughter had 3 unforgettable weeks in Saint-Georges with Marla and Mike. First of all, Marla is a very serious and responsible person when it comes to the administrative aspects regarding flights and the organization of the trip. She is also a very endearing person, very kind, who always makes sure your child lacks nothing. The 3 weeks passed very quickly, Marla always ensures to offer one or more activities during the day. For us, the goal of this language trip was that our child would not meet any French speakers and that she would be totally immersed. We are very satisfied with that. Mike also took the time to entertain our daughter by showing her beautiful viewpoints; they live in a nice region where hiking is great. Additionally, she discovered sports like pickleball, played board games, all in a warm and joyful atmosphere. Marla and Mike also introduced her to the heart of America by visiting friends in Wyoming for the national holiday where she met very friendly people; and the grand finale with a visit to Las Vegas! It was a wonderful experience, I highly recommend Marla and Mike!
Available and caring, Kerry and Ruff allowed us to have a wonderful stay. The English classes and our exchanges helped me progress. The atmosphere was great and the city of Calpe and its beaches pleased me a lot! Thank you for everything Lise (June 30 to July 11)
A big thank you to Fiona for welcoming my 16-year-old teenager, who is rather shy and reserved, and who was able to enjoy his 15-day stay to get used to the accent and the language. Activities were planned every day (sightseeing, walks, cinema...). Fiona sent me daily photos and videos informing me of the day's program. Another guest who was a bit younger was also present during the same period: most activities were therefore done as a group of three. Fiona was particularly attentive, caring, and generous, offering activities far beyond what was initially agreed upon. This stay was perfect for a teenager!
For a first time, it's a successful experience. My 14-year-old daughter was welcomed into Helen's family where kindness and good cheer prevail. I admit it was reassuring to know she was less than 2 hours from home. Total immersion in English. I highly recommend Helen and her family.
Stay with a very welcoming family with a great atmosphere.
Donna and John were very welcoming, I felt good since the first moment, like if I was part of the family. They are very nice, Donna asked me if everything was good, if I wasn’t bored but it was never the case because I did and I learnt a lot of things! I learnt things such as the pronunciation of new sounds for me (I’m French), I also learnt phrasal verbs and English expressions. (very useful!) Donna knows how to adapt her lessons according to the English level. I also learnt many different things, for instance: John explained to me the rules of the cricket, I watched the classic English sitcom “Only fools and horses”. I cooked and ate traditional dishes and I loved them, therefore I will do it again at home! Worthing is eclectic there are: the Channel, a swimming pool, museums, parks (with skateparks!), the pier with the seafront, a cinema, a theatre. Thanks to Donna’s bike all those things are close to the home. At forty-five minutes in bus there is Brighton, a city with many different and interesting things such as the Brighton Palace Pier with rides, the Royal Pavilion (really worth it!), the Brighton museum, the Laines district (must see!)… The dog, Oscar is very funny and sweet. He was the last to accept me in the family… thirty seconds after I walked into his home.
My daughter, almost 16, returned yesterday from a 3-week stay with Christine and Brendan. She is thrilled! An unforgettable experience in an extraordinary family! Family life, discovering Singapore with Christine, very varied outings! I recommend!!! It should be added that Singapore is a very safe city; my daughter (very shy) did not hesitate to venture out to explore the shopping malls and museums alone when the family, although super available, had obligations :) and this is really a huge plus, very comfortable for parents who are more than 10,000 km away! I would like to add to this brief summary of this amazing experience that Christine is very responsive and available for easy communication with parents! I can only recommend!!!!
My son Antoine spent 8 days at Amber's, two other students were there and the atmosphere was very pleasant. I notice small progress in English, that said in 8 days we cannot expect miraculous progress. What stands out to me is Amber's kindness and attentiveness towards these young people she welcomes into her home. It is certain that Antoine will return to Amber's next year. I recommend this family without hesitation.
Ma fille de 16 ans a passé 3 semaines super chez Rosemarie, Eddie et leurs enfants. La famille est accueillante et attentionnée, en quête de solutions pour permettre une intégration optimale dans leur réseau local avec une immersion linguistique profitable. La maison est très confortable, notre fille avait une jolie chambre coquette et s'est très rapidement sentie intégrée à la famille. Je recommande très chaudement cette famille exceptionnelle qui se donne vraiment du mal pour que chaque expérience soit unique! Merci Rose!!!!
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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.