--- title: ICES Blog | Cultural Exchange (6) description: Cultural Exchange | This blog is our means of sharing what we love most—seeing exchange students, host families, and the global community growing closer together through youth exchange. It’s also a way for us to do what we love to do—provide support to students and host families to help them have the best experience possible, and help those who are not (yet) an exchange student or host family understand why they should consider getting involved. 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It can be exciting, but also overwhelming and intimidating at times. How you can... *( read )* Tags: [Cultural Exchange](https://blog.icesusa.org/tag/cultural-exchange), [cultural understanding](https://blog.icesusa.org/tag/cultural-understanding), [cultural immersion](https://blog.icesusa.org/tag/cultural-immersion) ![](https://blog.icesusa.org/hubfs/Kari%20Owens%20headshot2.png) By [Kari Owens](https://blog.icesusa.org/author/kari-owens) On January 19, 2024 ## [How did the Idea of High School Exchange Programs Begin?](https://blog.icesusa.org/how-did-the-idea-of-high-school-exchange-programs-begin) Imagine allowing your teenager to pack a bag, fly halfway around the world, and live with strangers for nearly a year. Every... *( read )* Tags: [Cultural Exchange](https://blog.icesusa.org/tag/cultural-exchange), [Youth Exchange](https://blog.icesusa.org/tag/youth-exchange), [cultural understanding](https://blog.icesusa.org/tag/cultural-understanding), ![](https://blog.icesusa.org/hubfs/Brenda%20headshot.jpg) By [Brenda Padilla Ericksen](https://blog.icesusa.org/author/brenda-padilla-ericksen) On January 12, 2024 ## [The Midway Checkup: Preparing for an Incredible Second Act](https://blog.icesusa.org/the-midway-checkup-preparing-for-an-incredible-second-act) Is hosting an exchange student everything you hoped it would be? You are halfway through a story that you are writing together... *( read )* Tags: [Host Families](https://blog.icesusa.org/tag/host-families), [Cultural Exchange](https://blog.icesusa.org/tag/cultural-exchange), [Exchange Student](https://blog.icesusa.org/tag/exchange-student), ![](https://blog.icesusa.org/hubfs/Kari%20Owens%20headshot2.png) By [Kari Owens](https://blog.icesusa.org/author/kari-owens) On December 22, 2023 ## [Here's What Makes the Holidays Unforgettable for Exchange Students](https://blog.icesusa.org/heres-what-makes-the-holidays-unforgettable-for-exchange-students) Discover the heartwarming reasons why host families and exchange students love [sharing the holiday season](https://blog.icesusa.org/12-christmas-traditions-to-share-with-your-exchange-student), creating a tapestry of... *( read )* Tags: [Cultural Exchange](https://blog.icesusa.org/tag/cultural-exchange), [Exchange Student](https://blog.icesusa.org/tag/exchange-student), [Holidays](https://blog.icesusa.org/tag/holidays), ![](https://blog.icesusa.org/hubfs/Kari%20Owens%20headshot2.png) By [Kari Owens](https://blog.icesusa.org/author/kari-owens) On December 7, 2023 ## [10 Creative Ways to Celebrate Christmas with Your Exchange Student](https://blog.icesusa.org/10-creative-ways-to-celebrate-christmas-with-your-exchange-student) It's the most wonderful time of the year! Christmas is a time for joy, love, and sharing special moments with those we care... *( read )* Tags: [Cultural Exchange](https://blog.icesusa.org/tag/cultural-exchange), [Exchange Student](https://blog.icesusa.org/tag/exchange-student), [Holidays](https://blog.icesusa.org/tag/holidays), ![](https://blog.icesusa.org/hubfs/Kari%20Owens%20headshot2.png) By [Kari Owens](https://blog.icesusa.org/author/kari-owens) On October 2, 2023 ## [Why Being a High School Exchange Student is the Coolest Thing Ever!](https://blog.icesusa.org/why-being-a-high-school-exchange-student-is-the-coolest-thing-ever) Hey there, future globe-trotter! Ever dreamt of breaking free from the regular high school routine, choosing your dream... *( read )* Tags: [Cultural Exchange](https://blog.icesusa.org/tag/cultural-exchange), [Study Abroad](https://blog.icesusa.org/tag/study-abroad), [Youth Exchange](https://blog.icesusa.org/tag/youth-exchange) ![](https://blog.icesusa.org/hubfs/Emma%20headshot-1.png) By [Emma Weissburg](https://blog.icesusa.org/author/emma-weissburg) On September 18, 2023 ## [10 Ways to Create Connection Between Exchange Students & Host Siblings](https://blog.icesusa.org/10-ways-to-create-connection-nurturing-strong-bonds-between-host-siblings-and-exchange-students) Hosting an exchange student can be an incredibly rewarding experience for your family. It provides an opportunity to learn about... *( read )* Tags: [Host Families](https://blog.icesusa.org/tag/host-families), [Cultural Exchange](https://blog.icesusa.org/tag/cultural-exchange), [Exchange Student](https://blog.icesusa.org/tag/exchange-student), ![](https://blog.icesusa.org/hubfs/Kari%20Owens%20headshot2.png) By [Kari Owens](https://blog.icesusa.org/author/kari-owens) On September 8, 2023 ## [The Exchange Student's Guide to Making Friends](https://blog.icesusa.org/the-exchange-students-guide-to-making-friends) Are you an exchange student embarking on a thrilling adventure in a foreign land? One of the most enriching experiences of your... *( read )* Tags: [Cultural Exchange](https://blog.icesusa.org/tag/cultural-exchange), [Exchange Student](https://blog.icesusa.org/tag/exchange-student), [Making Friends](https://blog.icesusa.org/tag/making-friends) ![](https://blog.icesusa.org/hubfs/Kari%20Owens%20headshot2.png) By [Kari Owens](https://blog.icesusa.org/author/kari-owens) On August 29, 2023 ## [Who Can Be a Host Family?](https://blog.icesusa.org/who-can-be-a-host-family) As we near the end of August, you may notice an abundance of posts and ads seeking [host families](https://blog.icesusa.org/why-i-host-exchange-students) for exchange students. Sound... *( read )* Tags: [Host Families](https://blog.icesusa.org/tag/host-families), [Cultural Exchange](https://blog.icesusa.org/tag/cultural-exchange), [Host an exchange student](https://blog.icesusa.org/tag/host-an-exchange-student) ![](https://blog.icesusa.org/hubfs/Brad%20Owens%20PR2.png) By [Brad Owens](https://blog.icesusa.org/author/brad-owens) On August 25, 2023 ## [They're Here! The Excitement of Exchange Student Arrivals](https://blog.icesusa.org/theyre-here-the-excitement-of-student-arrivals) It’s officially arrival season! And we’re not just talking about the labor and delivery section of your local hospital. This is... *( read )* Tags: [Cultural Exchange](https://blog.icesusa.org/tag/cultural-exchange), [Exchange Student](https://blog.icesusa.org/tag/exchange-student), [Youth Exchange](https://blog.icesusa.org/tag/youth-exchange), ![](https://blog.icesusa.org/hubfs/Emma%20headshot-1.png) By [Emma Weissburg](https://blog.icesusa.org/author/emma-weissburg) On August 18, 2023 ## [8 Things To Remind your Exchange Student to Pack](https://blog.icesusa.org/8-things-to-remind-your-exchange-student-to-pack) As you eagerly await the arrival of your [exchange student](https://www.icesusa.org/host-a-student-overview/), it’s essential to ensure that they have everything they need for their... *( read )* Tags: [Host Families](https://blog.icesusa.org/tag/host-families), [Cultural Exchange](https://blog.icesusa.org/tag/cultural-exchange), [Exchange Student](https://blog.icesusa.org/tag/exchange-student), ![](https://blog.icesusa.org/hubfs/Kari%20Owens%20headshot2.png) By [Kari Owens](https://blog.icesusa.org/author/kari-owens) On August 3, 2023 ## [You Can Become a Diplomat--No Passport Required!](https://blog.icesusa.org/you-can-become-a-diplomat-no-passport-required) Hey there, curious minds! Have you ever wondered how you, yes YOU, can play a role in [international diplomacy](https://diplomacy.state.gov/who-else-can-be-a-diplomat-everyone/#:~:text=Citizen%20Diplomacy%20is%20the%20concept,humanitarians%2C%20adventurers%2C%20or%20tourists.) without leaving the... *( read )* Tags: [Cultural Exchange](https://blog.icesusa.org/tag/cultural-exchange), [Host an exchange student](https://blog.icesusa.org/tag/host-an-exchange-student), [Citizen Diplomacy](https://blog.icesusa.org/tag/citizen-diplomacy) [VIEW MORE](https://blog.icesusa.org/tag/cultural-exchange/page/7) ### Posts by Tag - [Cultural Exchange (141)](https://blog.icesusa.org/tag/cultural-exchange) - [Exchange Student (106)](https://blog.icesusa.org/tag/exchange-student) - [Host Families (97)](https://blog.icesusa.org/tag/host-families) - [Host an exchange student (78)](https://blog.icesusa.org/tag/host-an-exchange-student) - [Youth Exchange (68)](https://blog.icesusa.org/tag/youth-exchange) ## Subscribe to Our Blog Today! ![Boris\_ICES\_Ads](https://blog.icesusa.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Boris_ICES_Ads.png?width=749&height=698&name=Boris_ICES_Ads.png) - [INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS](https://www.icesusa.org/international-student-exchange-programs/) - [HOST A STUDENT](https://www.icesusa.org/host-a-student-overview/) - [AMERICAN STUDENTS](https://www.icesusa.org/american-student-exchange-programs/) - [WORK WITH US](https://www.icesusa.org/student-exchange-careers-and-partnerships/) - [ABOUT US](https://www.icesusa.org/about-us-overview/) - [CONTACT US](https://www.icesusa.org/contact-ices/) - [BLOG](https://blog.icesusa.org/) © 2019 ICES - INTERNATIONAL CULTURAL EXCHANGE SERVICES - ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.