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Inviting an international high school student to live in your home and experience life in America with your family creates a connection that will last a lifetime. Learn more about Ayusa students and where they come from to find the right fit for you and your family!
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Eduarda K.
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Brazil
, Age
16
,
Female
State Preference:
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Top 3 Interests:
Dance
💃
Dance
  
Babysitting/Working with kids
🧑‍🍼
Babysitting/Working with kids
  
Fashion/Beauty
💋
Fashion/Beauty
  
Letter from
Eduarda
:
My name is Eduarda, I'm Brazilian, and I'm a very outgoing and cheerful girl. Everyone says my main characteristic is my good humor. I really enjoy helping people and having fun in groups. I've traveled to the United States many times, and since I was a child, I've dreamed of studying and living there for a while. I want to learn more about the culture, improve my English language skills, and contribute throughout my journey with my host family. I'm eager to learn a lot from you and also to cont
Mariana B.
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Spain
, Age
15
,
Female
State Preference:
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Top 3 Interests:
Dance
💃
Dance
  
Fitness/Gym/Weightlifting
🏋️
Fitness/Gym/Weightlifting
  
Horseback Riding/Racing
🐴
Horseback Riding/Racing
  
Letter from
Mariana
:
Dear Host Family, Hello! My name is Mariana, and I am very excited about the opportunity to stay with you and become part of your family. I see this experience as a chance not only to improve my English, but also to learn about a new culture and everyday family life. I consider myself a respectful, responsible, and kind person. I enjoy spending time with others, helping around the house, and being part of a routine. I understand the importance of following family rules and being considerat
Alonso D.
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Chile
, Age
17
,
Male
State Preference:
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Top 3 Interests:
Martial Arts
🥋
Martial Arts
  
Boxing or Kickboxing
🥊
Boxing or Kickboxing
  
Fitness/Gym/Weightlifting
🏋️
Fitness/Gym/Weightlifting
  
Letter from
Alonso
:
Dear Host Family, Thank you very much for opening your home and your lives to an exchange student. I truly appreciate the opportunity to be part of your family during my time in the United States, and I am very excited to meet you. I would like to start by telling you a bit about myself. I am from Chile, and I consider myself a calm, respectful, and thoughtful person. I enjoy having routines, staying active, and spending time with people I care about. I value honesty, responsibility, and k
Inka H.
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Germany
, Age
16
,
Female
State Preference:
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Top 3 Interests:
Athletics/Track & Field
🏃
Athletics/Track & Field
  
Fashion/Beauty
💋
Fashion/Beauty
  
Travel/Road Trips
🚐
Travel/Road Trips
  
Letter from
Inka
:
Dear Host Family, I am very excited about the possibility of staying with your family and experiencing life in a new country. I wanted to introduce myself in a personal way so that you can get an idea of who I am and what I enjoy. I hope this letter gives you a sense of how I might fit into your family life and what I hope to share during my stay. I would describe myself as open, curious, and friendly. I love meeting new people and learning about their perspectives. I enjoy trying new acti
Carla S.
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Spain
, Age
15
,
Female
State Preference:
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Top 3 Interests:
Dance
💃
Dance
  
Cooking/Baking
🧑‍🍳
Cooking/Baking
  
Movies/Cinema
🎥
Movies/Cinema
  
Letter from
Carla
:
Dear host family, Hi! My name is Carla I´m 14 years old, and I will turn 15 the 7 of September of 2026. I live in the capital of Spain, Madrid. I don't live in central Madrid, but in a neighborhood to the east. My neighborhood doesn't have many things to do, so I usually go downtown with my friends or family to check out the shops or just take a walk. Although I say that my neighborhood is boring, to me it has its charm; it's impossible to go out and not run into someone you know, and for m
Maksym S.
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Ukraine
, Age
16
,
Male
State Preference:
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Top 3 Interests:
Computers or Technology
💻
Computers or Technology
  
Bike-Riding/Mountain biking or BMX
🚴
Bike-Riding/Mountain biking or BMX
  
Walks
🏃
Walks
  
Letter from
Maksym
:
Dear Host Family, My name is Maksym, and I am very excited about the opportunity to stay with your family. I would like to tell you a little about myself so you can get to know me better. I am currently studying at a high school dental program where I am learning to become a dental technician. I am a responsible and motivated person, and I always try to improve my skills and learn new things. In the future, I hope to continue my education, travel, and gain new experiences that wi
Julia G.
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Brazil
, Age
16
,
Female
State Preference:
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Top 3 Interests:
Volleyball
🏐
Volleyball
  
Anime or Manga
🎞️
Anime or Manga
  
Knitting or Crocheting
🧶
Knitting or Crocheting
  
Letter from
Julia
:
Hello dear host family, I'm really excited about becoming part of your family and sharing this experience together. My school routine is an important part of my life. During the week, I dedicate myself to my studies and I participate a lot in class. School has helped me become more disciplined, independent, and I'm really excited about experiencing the American High School system, joining school activities, and possibly participating in clubs or sports to become more involved. I chose th
Stanislas N.
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France
, Age
16
,
Male
State Preference:
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Top 3 Interests:
Basketball
🏀
Basketball
  
Soccer
⚽️
Soccer
  
Music - Listening to or creating
🎶
Music - Listening to or creating
  
Letter from
Stanislas
:
Dear host family, Thank you for being willing to participate in the exchange program and allow me to live with your family. I am a French boy and I am currently in my sophomore high school. I love to discover new culture and new traditions including the American one. I traveled to New York 1 year ago and i loved it. Even before this trip i was fascinated by the United states, and I want to see how American people really lives. I live with my mother and my step-dad since 6 years in a sm
Johanna G.
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Germany
, Age
16
,
Female
State Preference:
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Top 3 Interests:
Dance
💃
Dance
  
Music - Listening to or creating
🎶
Music - Listening to or creating
  
Reading or Listening to Audiobooks
📚
Reading or Listening to Audiobooks
  
Letter from
Johanna
:
Dear host family, my name is Johanna and I am 15 years old. Thank you for taking your time with reading my letter and I’m very excited to have the opportunity to stay with you. I’m looking forward to get to know you and become a part of your family for a while. But first, let me tell you a little about myself: I live with my parents in a big city. In my free time I enjoy listening to music, reading and I love doing sports like swimming, dancing and scuba diving. I really enjoy playing badminto
Olena K.
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Ukraine
, Age
16
,
Female
State Preference:
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Top 3 Interests:
Basketball
🏀
Basketball
  
Volleyball
🏐
Volleyball
  
Music - Listening to or creating
🎶
Music - Listening to or creating
  
Letter from
Olena
:
Dear Host Family, I am truly excited for the opportunity to study in the United States and live with a host family. I would love to spend this year with you, become a part of your daily life, and learn more about your culture, traditions, and family values. Thank you for your openness and willingness to welcome me into your home. I sincerely hope we will connect easily and have a wonderful year together. A little about me: I currently live and study in Ukraine. My family is very important
Martina G.
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Ecuador
, Age
15
,
Female
State Preference:
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Top 3 Interests:
Entrepreneurship
📈
Entrepreneurship
  
Fitness/Gym/Weightlifting
🏋️
Fitness/Gym/Weightlifting
  
Horseback Riding/Racing
🐴
Horseback Riding/Racing
  
Letter from
Martina
:
Dear Host Family, My name is Martina and I am very excited about the opportunity to become part of your family. I would love to participate in this exchange program because I want to learn about a new culture, improve my English, and grow as a person. I consider myself a responsible, respectful, and open-minded person. I enjoy learning new things and meeting people from different backgrounds. I am also adaptable and willing to follow family rules and routines. I understand that living with
Melqui O.
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Spain
, Age
15
,
Male
State Preference:
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Top 3 Interests:
Soccer
⚽️
Soccer
  
Skiing Downhill or Snowboarding
Skiing Downhill or Snowboarding
  
Table Tennis/Ping Pong
🏓
Table Tennis/Ping Pong
  
Letter from
Melqui
:
Dear Host Family, Thank you so much for being willing to participate in the exchange student program and accepting me to live with your family. I am a Spanish boy, and I have just started my first year of high school. I would like to study 10th grade in the United States, get to know new things, and explore the United States and its culture. I like reading books, I really love playing sports, such as ping pong, padel, skiing and sometimes soccer. My soccer team is Real Madrid, and I
Alejandra S.
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Spain
, Age
15
,
Female
State Preference:
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Top 3 Interests:
Volleyball
🏐
Volleyball
  
Animals/Pets
🐶
Animals/Pets
  
Horseback Riding/Racing
🐴
Horseback Riding/Racing
  
Letter from
Alejandra
:
Hello, my name is Alejandra, I am a very sociable, polite, outgoing, and grateful girl. I enjoy meeting people, spending time with my family, and creating a positive and friendly environment around me. I consider myself an open-minded person, eager to learn and adapt to new experiences. At home, I have a dog named Vega, as I love pets very much. I really enjoy taking care of her, walking her, and spending time with her because she is an important part of my family. I also have a younger broth
Cenk Y.
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Turkey
, Age
15
,
Male
State Preference:
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Top 3 Interests:
Soccer
⚽️
Soccer
  
Formula One Racing
🏎️
Formula One Racing
  
Kayaking or Canoeing
🛶
Kayaking or Canoeing
  
Letter from
Cenk
:
Dear Host Family, Thank you very much for opening your home and being part of this exchange program. I am really excited about the opportunity to live with an American family and experience daily life in the United States. I live with my parents and my two older brothers. One of my brothers is twelve years older than me and works with my father in the family company. My other brother is close to my age and we are both high school students, so we spend a lot of time together. We also have t
Matheus M.
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Brazil
, Age
16
,
Male
State Preference:
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Top 3 Interests:
Soccer
⚽️
Soccer
  
Sports
⚽️
Sports
  
Tennis/Soft Tennis
🎾
Tennis/Soft Tennis
  
Letter from
Matheus
:
Dear Host Family, I would like to begin by thanking you for the opportunity to become part of your family during this exchange program. For me, this experience represents much more than studying in another country; it is a chance to grow as a person, learn from you, and create meaningful connections. I would like you to know that I am a polite, responsible, and goal-oriented person. I value respect, peaceful living, and open communication. I like to help whenever needed at home, whether by
BRUNO J.
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Brazil
, Age
16
,
Male
State Preference:
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Top 3 Interests:
Animals/Pets
🐶
Animals/Pets
  
Fitness/Gym/Weightlifting
🏋️
Fitness/Gym/Weightlifting
  
Tennis/Soft Tennis
🎾
Tennis/Soft Tennis
  
Letter from
BRUNO
:
Dear Host Family, Thank you so much for opening your home and considering me as part of your family. I am truly excited and grateful for this opportunity. My name is Bruno, and I live in the southeast of Brazil with my parents. I would describe myself as curious, disciplined, and ambitious. I love building things with technology and to play sports, principaly tennis, soccer, football. I am also into fitness and I workout at the gym almost every day, and enjoy following international news and
Lyron Z.
·
France
, Age
15
,
Male
State Preference:
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Top 3 Interests:
Soccer
⚽️
Soccer
  
Animals/Pets
🐶
Animals/Pets
  
Video or Online Games
🎮
Video or Online Games
  
Letter from
Lyron
:
Dear host family, My name is Lyron and I write to you because I want come in your family for the program. I am happy write this but my English is not very good so sorry if I make mistakes or if its not very clear sometimes. I try my best even if its not perfect. In my life I live with my family and I like be with them a lot. We spend time together, we talk, we eat together and sometimes we laugh for nothing and its funny. It is very important for me because they help me a lot and they alwa
Benjamin V.
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Ecuador
, Age
16
,
Male
State Preference:
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Top 3 Interests:
Swimming
🏊
Swimming
  
Bike-Riding/Mountain biking or BMX
🚴
Bike-Riding/Mountain biking or BMX
  
Singing - Choir or Karaoke
🎤
Singing - Choir or Karaoke
  
Letter from
Benjamin
:
Dear host family, I would be please to be your host child in this new opportunity that life has brought upon me. I am a very charismatic person, someone that is very adaptive to any situation the household is on, also someone that is very shy at first but after that is very friendly towards people once you get to know me. I am very curious about things and very exploratory in new environments that I enter on, that is why I can adapt so easily to any household I am on. I am also a very produc
DANTE A.
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Brazil
, Age
15
,
Male
State Preference:
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Top 3 Interests:
Volleyball
🏐
Volleyball
  
Cooking/Baking
🧑‍🍳
Cooking/Baking
  
Singing - Choir or Karaoke
🎤
Singing - Choir or Karaoke
  
Letter from
DANTE
:
I'm Dante, a 15-year-old boy from Brazil. I hope this letter gives you a little deeper idea of who I am, my dreams, and my thoughts about joining this exchange program in the US. My real fascination with the US—beyond the obvious stuff everyone knows—started when I read Magnus Chase by Rick Riordan at age 8. It wasn't only the story that hooked me; it was the place: Boston. My childhood curiosity kicked in, so I searched if the city was real, and it was! I continued searching and found out that
ANTONIO B.
·
Spain
, Age
16
,
Male
State Preference:
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Top 3 Interests:
Basketball
🏀
Basketball
  
Drama or Theater
🎭
Drama or Theater
  
Soccer
⚽️
Soccer
  
Letter from
ANTONIO
:
Dear host family, My name is Antonio and I am from Spain. I am 15 years old and I am currently in 10th grade in high school. I am very excited about this new opportunity to go to the United States and meet all of you. I am a caring, supportive, polite, kind, and curious person that hopes to match you and being part of your family as soon as possible. I come from a supportive and good family that educated me to respect all kind of people. They are very nice and caring people, that always help
Juan J.
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Ecuador
, Age
17
,
Male
State Preference:
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Top 3 Interests:
Basketball
🏀
Basketball
  
Music - Listening to or creating
🎶
Music - Listening to or creating
  
Robotics
🤖
Robotics
  
Letter from
Juan
:
Hello! Dear Host Family, My name is Juan Camilo, and I’m very happy to introduce myself to you. I’m really looking forward to this experience and to getting to know you and your way of life. I would describe myself as a calm, kind, and easygoing person. I enjoy a relaxed environment and I like to keep things simple. I’m usually quiet at first, but I’m friendly and I like connecting with people in a genuine way. I also have a good sense of humor, and sometimes I can be a bit sleepy,
Arina Y.
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Ukraine
, Age
16
,
Female
State Preference:
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Top 3 Interests:
Cooking/Baking
🧑‍🍳
Cooking/Baking
  
Ice Skating/Figure skating
⛸️
Ice Skating/Figure skating
  
Music - Listening to or creating
🎶
Music - Listening to or creating
  
Letter from
Arina
:
Dear Host Family, Thank you for taking the time to read my letter. I am very excited about the opportunity to become a part of your family and to share this experience with you. I would describe myself as an active, friendly, and responsible person. One of the most important parts of my life is figure skating. I train regularly, and this sport has taught me discipline, determination, and how to stay positive even in difficult situations. I also enjoy spending time with my friends, listenin
Manuela Caroline C.
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Brazil
, Age
18
,
Female
State Preference:
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Top 3 Interests:
Computers or Technology
💻
Computers or Technology
  
Volleyball
🏐
Volleyball
  
Astronomy/Space
🪐
Astronomy/Space
  
Letter from
Manuela Caroline
:
Dear Host Family, Thank you so much for being willing to participate in the exchange program and for considering me to be part of your family. My name is Manuela, I’m 16 years old, and I am from Brazil, I was born in São Paulo. I’m a sophomore in high school. I’m very excited about the opportunity to live this experience and share my culture with you. I live with my parents, and we have a very close and loving relationship. Our home is always full of life because we have pets — two dogs
JOSE LUIS S.
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Spain
, Age
16
,
Male
State Preference:
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Top 3 Interests:
Debating
🧑‍⚖️
Debating
  
Sports
⚽️
Sports
  
Learning languages or cultures
🌐
Learning languages or cultures
  
Letter from
JOSE LUIS
:
Dear Host Family, My name is Jose and I am very interested in staying in the United States. I am really exited to learn about your culture and the way you live. I have always wanted to have this kind of experience, especially in the USA, because of its culture and traditions for example, celebrations like thanksgiving or Halloween. Even though Halloween is celebrated in my country, it is not on the same scale as in the United States. In general I feel that celebrations in the USA are bigger a
Manuela D.
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Brazil
, Age
16
,
Female
State Preference:
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Top 3 Interests:
Cheerleading
📣
Cheerleading
  
Cooking/Baking
🧑‍🍳
Cooking/Baking
  
Fitness/Gym/Weightlifting
🏋️
Fitness/Gym/Weightlifting
  
Letter from
Manuela
:
Dear Host Family, Hi! My name is Manuela and I am from Brazil. I am really excited about this experience and the chance to be part of your daily life. I would describe myself as an easygoing and positive person. I like to keep a good environment around me, and I enjoy simple moments like talking, laughing, and spending time together at home. I think these small moments are what make a family special. I am someone who enjoys trying new things and stepping out of my comfort zone. I like l
Ivan P.
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Spain
, Age
15
,
Male
State Preference:
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Top 3 Interests:
Computers or Technology
💻
Computers or Technology
  
Soccer
⚽️
Soccer
  
Sports
⚽️
Sports
  
Letter from
Ivan
:
Dear Host Family, My name is Iván, and I am incredibly excited about the opportunity to become part of your family. I am 14 years old and in a quiet town about 20 minutes from the center of Madrid. It is a wonderful place to grow up, with many people my age around me, and fortunately, my school is very close to my home. I am currently in secondary school, and although I take my studies seriously, I also believe it is important to enjoy every stage of life and learn from every experience. F
TIMUR C.
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Ukraine
, Age
16
,
Male
State Preference:
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Top 3 Interests:
History/Visiting Historical Sites
🏛️
History/Visiting Historical Sites
  
Studying/Learning new things
📚
Studying/Learning new things
  
Video or Online Games
🎮
Video or Online Games
  
Letter from
TIMUR
:
Dear Host Family, Thank you so much for being willing to participate in the exchange program and accepting me to live with your family. I am a Ukrainian boy and study in tenth grade. I like to try new things and I want to explore, continue studying and live America. I want to learn about the American culture and share in your life. I love playing strategy games with my friends. I enjoy physical activity too. I visit gym with my friends and like to play many sport games. I speak two diff
Noemy Andrea
Spain
· 17, Female
Top three interests: Cooking, Family Activities, Travel
Letter from Noemy Andrea: Dear Host Family, My name is Noemy, I’m from Italy and I am happy to be spending 10 months with... (continue reading)
Noemy Andrea
Spain
· 17, Female
Top three interests: Cooking, Family Activities, Travel
Letter from Noemy Andrea: Dear Host Family, My name is Noemy, I’m from Italy and I am happy to be spending 10 months with... (continue reading)
Noemy Andrea
Spain
· 17, Female
Top three interests: Cooking, Family Activities, Travel
Letter from Noemy Andrea: Dear Host Family, My name is Noemy, I’m from Italy and I am happy to be spending 10 months with... (continue reading)
Noemy Andrea
Spain
· 17, Female
Top three interests: Cooking, Family Activities, Travel
Letter from Noemy Andrea: Dear Host Family, My name is Noemy, I’m from Italy and I am happy to be spending 10 months with... (continue reading)
Noemy Andrea
Spain
· 17, Female
Top three interests: Cooking, Family Activities, Travel
Letter from Noemy Andrea: Dear Host Family, My name is Noemy, I’m from Italy and I am happy to be spending 10 months with... (continue reading)
Noemy Andrea
Spain
· 17, Female
Top three interests: Cooking, Family Activities, Travel
Letter from Noemy Andrea: Dear Host Family, My name is Noemy, I’m from Italy and I am happy to be spending 10 months with... (continue reading)
Noemy Andrea
Spain
· 17, Female
Top three interests: Cooking, Family Activities, Travel
Letter from Noemy Andrea: Dear Host Family, My name is Noemy, I’m from Italy and I am happy to be spending 10 months with... (continue reading)
Noemy Andrea
Spain
· 17, Female
Top three interests: Cooking, Family Activities, Travel
Letter from Noemy Andrea: Dear Host Family, My name is Noemy, I’m from Italy and I am happy to be spending 10 months with... (continue reading)
Noemy Andrea
Spain
· 17, Female
Top three interests: Cooking, Family Activities, Travel
Letter from Noemy Andrea: Dear Host Family, My name is Noemy, I’m from Italy and I am happy to be spending 10 months with... (continue reading)

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