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San Diego Diplomacy Council
  • About Us
    • Staff
    • Board of Directors
    • Advisory Board
    • Annual Reports
  • What We Do
    • International Visitor Leadership Program
    • Custom Programs & Services
    • Youth Programs
    • Citizen Diplomacy Excursions
  • Our Partners
  • News
  • Get Involved
  • Contact Us
  • Donate

Home Hosting

What if I have trouble with my visitor?

May 4, 2018

We will work with you and the visitor to try to solve any issues that may arise. If for some reason, you are not pleased with the hosting experience, we… Read More

What about background checks?

May 4, 2018

A background check is not required to host an adult visitor. However, background checks are mandatory for any youth hosting opportunity.

What happens afterwards?

May 4, 2018

We would love to hear about your home/dinner hosting experience.  We welcome any thoughts and suggestions that would enhance future home hospitalities.  We encourage you to share stories and photos… Read More

What if the visitors don’t speak English?

May 4, 2018

An interpreter will be assigned to accompany the visitors if their language ability requires it.

Can I invite my friends and family to join our dinner?

May 4, 2018

Sure! If you have some family, friends, or colleagues who speak the visitors’ language and/or have any experience in visitors’ culture, and/or have similar professional interests, the visitors often enjoy… Read More

How do you assign international visitors to hosts?

May 4, 2018

Assignments are often made based on host availability.  SDDC will match you up based on your preferences and background information of our visitors.

I have a pet. Is this an issue?

May 4, 2018

This is generally not the issue.  We will inform you if your guests have an allergy or are uncomfortable around pets.  It is extremely important that you let us know… Read More

What about food allergies or dietary restrictions?

May 4, 2018

SDDC will inform you prior to the dinner about any food allergies or dietary restrictions that your guests may have. While this information is usually correct, it is always a… Read More

Will I be compensated for hosting?

May 4, 2018

SDDC is unable to compensate dinner and home hosts. However, we can provide a letter of donation to home hosts, for tax purposes.

What about alcohol?

May 4, 2018

This is at your discretion. You are welcome to offer alcohol, but this is not required. Also, be mindful of different views about alcohol in different regions of the world… Read More

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