Experience Thanksgiving in the heart of New York City! Students will witness the world-famous Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, explore iconic NYC landmarks, and learn how brands, influencers, and media organizations use storytelling, content creation, and social media to engage audiences and build communities.

Using New York City as a living classroom, students will examine how major events become global media moments, analyze real-world marketing campaigns, and discover how influencer partnerships, audience engagement, and digital communication shape consumer behavior.

As a special holiday celebration, students will also enjoy a Friendsgiving turkey meal, providing an opportunity to gather, reflect on their experiences, and celebrate the Thanksgiving season together.

Start the New Year in Alaska with a unique wellness and personal growth adventure. This course combines unforgettable experiences—including a New Year’s Eve celebration beneath the Arctic sky, Northern Lights viewing opportunities, dog sledding, glacier hiking, reindeer encounters, natural hot springs, Alyeska Nordic Spa, and exploration of Fairbanks and Anchorage—with lessons in mindfulness, resilience, self-care, and intentional living.

Through guided reflection, wellness activities, and experiential learning, students will discover how nature, adventure, and healthy habits can support personal well-being while creating meaningful goals for the year ahead.

 

 

Bring your ideas to life through design, storytelling, and visual communication. This track is perfect for au pairs who love expressing themselves and want to develop practical skills in photography, graphic design and branding—while learning how creative work connects to real-world projects and career opportunities. Whether you dream of working in media, starting a creative side business, or building a portfolio for future studies, this track helps you build the foundation and confidence to begin your creative journey.

What better place to celebrate America’s birthday than in the nation’s capital?

This exciting, immersive course takes students beyond the textbooks and into the heart of American history, culture, and democracy. Set during the Fourth of July holiday, participants will experience Washington, D.C. at its most vibrant—surrounded by patriotic celebrations, iconic landmarks, live performances, historic sites, and one of the most spectacular fireworks displays in the country.

Students will connect the stories behind America’s most famous monuments, leaders, and historical events with modern-day issues and global perspectives.