Remember high school, when you went over to the house of a friend and you were required to chat with their parents? Insane conversations, dull laughter You know what you’re getting into. Imagine that you are hundreds of miles from home, and with people
- You probably do not speak the same language and
- I have no connection with you at all.
This is the way you move into the house of your host family. It’s not easy. It’s the only way to describe it. Fortunately, this is what it’s as it was initially. Being a participant in the experience of homestay in Kerala, it is confidently claimed that if a person will offer their home to someone new it is likely that they are very welcoming. There are some important points to be aware of while in Kerala:
Take note of your parents Thanking them for saying please and you were not something your parents used to make you feel uncomfortable when you were a young child. They meant that they meant it. Homestay in Thrissur are a great way to remember their kindness to allow you to stay at their home.
Successful tips for Homestay Experience
Food
Homestay in Thiruvilwamala is a pocket-friendly place that serves authentic Kerala food, which includes international favourites like Sadhya, Ghee Roast Dosa, Idli and Sambhar, Palappam stew Puttu as well as Idiyappam. Make sure you try everything especially if it’s something you’ve never tried before as eating is a reflection of culture and if you can automatically dismiss something without even trying it, it’s an indication of disrespect.
It’s the small things that count
They may appear to be minor nuances or even unimportant, however, ensure you are aware of the basic guidelines regarding Kerala home and the local culture.
Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest Instagram: Pinterest, Facebook, and Twitter Instagram are all out to take you. The most frequently made error. It’s so easy to get caught up in what’s happening in the back of your mind. Let me remind you: nothing has changed. Yes, it’s fun to see images of your buddies from last weekend, but don’t let it hinder you from time spent together with the host family. There’s a lot that you could learn from these people, and you’re in a special position to benefit from!
Accept the mistakes: Unpleasant situations are bound to happen, no way to avoid them. If you’re proficient with the local language, and completed endless hours of research about the culture and country, however, you’ll make mistakes and find yourself in humorous situations. These errors could be due to differences in language, social, or even something as simple as gaseous movement during meals. Be assured that all errors or awkward moments are expected and should be dealt with by laughter.
Help out
It is important to be able to help because the host family will do much for you, and they will need help with cooking, dishes, or cleaning up, as well as taking care of the pets. Make sure you clean your bed. Families who host you do not want to enter your bedroom to find it filthy. Additionally, when you arrive home to your mom and she asks you to help, you need to come up with a satisfactory answer.
Do not be timid
It’s quite simple to enjoy dinner together with the family of your hosts, and get by without many conversations. A word of caution: Do not do that. The host family should be able to answer all questions and everything within reasonable limits, of course.
They’re there to assist your host family and in the end there to assist you in your move to a different country. While they’re not your family members, they can offer assistance just like your home family would. Homesickness is inevitable, and there are a variety of ways your host family can assist you. So don’t shut yourself inside your home. Talk to them!
Stay in contact Keep in touch
This can be a difficult task to accomplish. Language abilities change and you might have only been with the host’s family members for a brief time or perhaps you think that you are not able to discuss. There are many reasons you might not be in touch, but there are many more reasons why you should. They would like to know how you’re performing, what your trip in the country has affected your return home, what your work/school schedule is like, your plans to come back, etc. It’s not necessary to Skype them for 5 hours, but sending them an email is an ideal gesture.
Gifts
As I’ve said the idea of opening your home to someone else is a very nice gesture So, be sure to show your gratitude. A lot of people give their families gifts when they arrive. If you aren’t able to fit it in your luggage, ask someone at home to mail you some interesting items from the country you come from. It is a popular choice to receive authentic items from their state or hometown, such as food items, sports memorabilia drinks, magnetic key chains, key chains, and so on. It doesn’t have to be extravagant or costly; however, it must reflect the place you’re from.
