homestay

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Recent Examples of homestay The model differs from a true homestay, where a host family is typically present and shares meals, traditions and local knowledge with guests. — Hanna Wickes, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 1 June 2026 In the Seventies, the World Esperanto Youth Organization began compiling a global contact list of Esperantists willing to host other speakers for free homestays. — Katie Thornton, Harpers Magazine, 26 May 2026 On the Peruvian side, travelers can visit the Uros floating islands, the artificial islets woven from totora reeds and home to communities that have lived here for centuries, then settle into a rustic homestay at Amantaní for a quieter look at life on the lake. — Carla Vianna, Condé Nast Traveler, 27 Apr. 2026 There are heaps of hotels, hostels, and homestays in Hạ Long for around $15 a night. — Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 16 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for homestay
Recent Examples of Synonyms for homestay
Noun
  • The Iowa City Community School District previously told PEOPLE in a statement that the accident occurred during a School of the Wild field trip for Borlaug Elementary fifth graders at the MacBride Nature Recreation Area.
    — Madison E. Goldberg, PEOPLE, 25 Sep. 2026
  • Monaco’s son, now 7-years-old and in the second grade, is learning through activities such as field trips to a marsh to study animals and the elements, or an at-school farm to learn about the life cycle of plants and pollination.
    — Cayla Bamberger, New York Daily News, 25 Sep. 2026
Noun
  • The 24-hour fitness center has state-of-the-art machines, and dogs are welcome for a $75 fee per stay.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 27 Sep. 2026
  • For a splurge and pampered stay, book a room at the Inn at Black Star Farms just south of town.
    — Mike Norton, Midwest Living, 26 Sep. 2026
Noun
  • With fewer crowds than Spain’s main metropolises, a slower pace sets the tone for a sojourn meant to be savored.
    — Condé Nast Traveler, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 Sep. 2026
  • While the private Venus sojourn is currently in launch limbo, Byrne is bullish about its potential.
    — Leonard David, Space.com, 3 Sep. 2026
Noun
  • Exploring Ireland, one village at a time This was my first visit to Ireland, and the nine-day itinerary was a flawless introduction to all things Éire.
    — Catherine Garcia, TheWeek, 29 Sep. 2026
  • Before applying for a permit, individuals must also consult with a DEEP Wildlife Division Biologist, who will conduct a site visit and may have additional nonlethal tips.
    — Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 28 Sep. 2026
Noun
  • Offer To Host Your Child’s Sleepover Before you OK a sleepover at a friend’s house, let your child test the waters by inviting their pal to yours.
    — Karen Cicero, Parents, 11 Sep. 2026
  • Toward the end of the shoot, Bullock took that friendship off set and invited her costars over for a sleepover.
    — Lily Brown, PEOPLE, 1 Sep. 2026

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“Homestay.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/homestay. Accessed 29 Sep. 2026.

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