The AuPairWorld Blog

Culture shock on return is real! Getting back to your own culture can be trickier than you think - with lots of questions and sometimes misunderstandings. Magali, a travel and employment expert based in France, has 4 tips to help deal with the "shock of return".

Being an au pair takes courage, adaptability, and a strong sense of adventure. Let's debunk the myths and reveal why being an au pair might just be the most rewarding experience you can have.

Being an au pair gives you lots of freedom to have a great adventure. But there are still a few things you need to avoid. Au pairing expert and author Melanie Josephine has made a list to help keep you on a good track.

As an au pair, your relationship with the kid(s) in your host family is one of the most important aspects of your experience. In this guide, Ellie Bambury, author of The Big Sister Project, shares expert advice on how to connect with your host kids effectively.

Becoming an au pair is more than just an opportunity to live abroad. It's a transformative experience that can change your life in many different ways. Here is how.

Did you just move to your host country and are ready to start an unforgettable au pair experience? Then these apps might be very useful to have on your phone. 

Magali was an au pair for a year in San Francisco and then in Australia. In this article she gives you some tips on how to make a smooth return to your own country after a wonderful au pair experience.

Although such situations are quite rare, while looking for a host family as an au pair, it is very important to be aware of potential red flags. These should help you figure out whether the host family you’re in contact with can be a good match or rather not. 

Becoming an au pair of course involves moving to a different country for a determined period of time. But what if you’re in a relationship and your partner remains in your home country?

When is actually the best time to become an au pair - directly after finishing secondary school or after finishing university or some other time? We take a look at this question and offer some help for making your decision.

Madrid's summer heat keeps locals mostly indoors during day, but everyone heads out to enjoy the evening breeze. Here are five best ways to spend some hot summer days in Madrid.

These 5 tips will help you be sure to get the most out of your au pair stay and get you ready for all the special experiences that come when you take time off in a gap year and head to a foreign country as an au pair.