Programs that facilitate cultural interaction, such as study abroad and foreign tourism, rely heavily on host families. As a result, people from all walks of life are welcomed into their homes and hearts. In this piece, we'll discuss the numerous ways in which staying with a host family may benefit its participants, from the cultural immersion experienced by the host to the personal growth of the visiting student. Programs that facilitate cultural interaction, such as study abroad and foreign tourism, rely heavily on host families. As a result, people from all walks of life are welcomed into their homes and hearts. In this piece, we'll discuss the numerous ways in which staying with a host family may benefit its participants, from the cultural immersion experienced by the host to the personal growth of the visiting student.