Accommodations

One of the most important parts of your learning and cultural experience at Solexico is the homestay portion. Homestay accommodation includes two meals (breakfast and lunch), private room, bathroom, laundry service once a week. Very few homes can provide private bath for the student. Host families belong to Mexico's middle class, although students should take note that living standards in Mexico are much lower than Europe or North America. Family homes are located in neighborhoods usually not more than a 20 to 30 minute walk to school. Participants choosing to stay with a family should recognize that a certain degree of flexibility will be required to adjust to the Mexican customs and way of life.

You don't have to bring gifts for the family but it is a nice gesture to do so (some ideas: chocolate or candy, a picture frame or something local from your home town). If you need an extra sheet, blanket, a new light or anything else, ask your family. Overall, the homestay should be one of the highlights of your trip but sometimes problems do arise. Notify the director of the school of any problems or if you wish to change families (there is no charge for this). You will receive a key to the outside door and will be able to come and go as you please. You are not obligated to eat your meals with the family, but you should notify them when you will not be eating at home. Food and drink served by your host family is safe.

Extra homestay nights are available at extra cost. Homestay included in cost starts the day before classes and ends the day after classes end.

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