City Travel, a division of
e-Commerce Technology Inc,
is the official agency to
handle your travel logistics.
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2008 Trip - Homestay
Homestay offers travelers from around the world the great opportunity to stay with host families who would like to meet people from other cultures.
Homestay also provides the unique opportunity for you to learn local language, culture, custom and share your culture, thoughts and values.
All of our host families for the Summer Games in Beijing are carefully selected with the collaboration of local officials and experts to ensure your safety and comfort.
APPLYING FOR HOMESTAY PROGRAM
Homestay is for those who are especially interested in learning local culture and life styles. However the availability is very limited.
Please complete your Homestay Application Form today or contact us (408-855-9520, 2008@ec-t.com) for questions.
Our homestay accommodations include:
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Private bedroom(s)
Clean sheets and comfortable bed(s)
Private bathroom and shower
One meal per day (breakfast or dinner)
Internet connection
Phone and TV accesses
Easy access to public transportations
Close to shopping mall(s)
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Frequently Asked Questions
WHAT IS HOMESTAY?
Apply Your Homestay Today!
Homestay is a safe and affordable way to avoid both the high prices and isolation of hotel stays.
It is an opportunity to live in a friendly home with a local family. You will get a view of the culture from people who live in it, an opportunity that will make your visit truly one to cherish.
WHAT ARE THE ADVANTAGES OF HOMESTAY?
Homestays offer many advantages to the traveler:
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CHEAPER THAN A HOTEL --
Most hotels will be booked solid months in advance for special events like the Games in Beijing. In addition, the prices will be much higher than normal.
Homestay accommodations will be much less expensive, with a range of prices based on accommodation details.
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THE ADVENTURE OF EXPERIENCING A NEW CULTURE --
With homestay, you will live with a local family, and experience a more personal view of the local culture than can be seen from inside of a hotel.
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ALL HOMESTAY PLACES VETTED BY OUR AGENCY --
We are working with local officials and experts to screen our homestay homes, and have our office in Beijing so as to ensure that your visits are safe, accommodating, and fun.
WHAT ACCOMMODATIONS WILL HOMESTAY PROVIDE?
Besides those items listed above, extra services, such as extra bedroom(s), additional meals, and in-room television set are also available, depending on the plan chosen and availability.
HOW WILL I BE PLACED WITH A FAMILY?
Your application will give us basic personal information. We will then use the information to match your needs with a host home.
We will attempt to match you according to gender, dietary, language, smoking or non-smoking, and allergy needs. However please be advised that we are placing you in a home in a foreign culture.
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