Ted. Two challenges often arise while traveling. How can
one reduce one’s spending and how can one meet real people in other countries? For some folks, an answer to both
of these issues is Servas. Founded in Denmark shortly after WWII, members of
this international organization believe they are creating “World peace, one
conversation at a time!” The concept is simple. Servas travelers enjoy two
night homestays with Servas hosts free of charge. Payment is made with time
spent exchanging experiences, cultures and ideas. Judy and I have been Servas
hosts and occasional travelers since 1981. Our son once said, “It would be OK
if I never travelled again because the entire world has sat at our dining room
table.” In contrast to programs like Couchsurfing, Servas travelers and hosts
are carefully screened so that everyone is safe and positive experiences are
the norm. We have made lifelong
friendships in several countries and all we had to do was open our home and show
complete strangers good, old-fashioned American hospitality. To learn more
about how to host international guests, or stay with hosts in other countries,
visit usservas.org in the US and servas.org in other countries. And yes, Servas homestays will be an important
part of our future travel plans!
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