Juana, Medellín, Colombia shares her experiences with ResiRest: ResiRest is an experience more than anything else. We are local families and you come to visit us from anywhere in the world to experience first-hand our local customs and food. Each ResiRest…
On Wednesday the time had finally come, our Moroccan meal that would be cooked at the house of and by Fatima, a lady from Essaouira, was waiting for us! We were expected at 5 pm at the taxi stand at Bab…
Authentic experience in St. Lucia On vacation in South Africa, there are many things to do. Culture and nature are so beautiful that it’s hard to choose. Bas and Marloes tested our ResiRest experience in St. Lucia, South Africa and…
A typical Ghanaian meal at a local Ghanaian family Thinking about Ghana, many things come to mind: crowded streets, women in colorful garments, markets with fruits, vegetables and clothes, music and smiling faces. Just a dazzling street life and positive…
What is ever nicer than eating in a restaurant? Joining locals for a meal at home, of course! In South Africa, we are invited for dinner by Zimisele and his family. They live in a township near Mthatha. Close to…
We are a bit nervous upon arrival at the meeting point: San Javier metro station in Medellin. We are looking forward meeting our host family for the evening and curious about the dynamics. As we arrive, Teresa and her daughter Vanessa are already waiting for us. Accompanied by their little…
I stayed at my own apartment in Accra, Osu, but had a Ghanaian host family who cooked dinner for me and showed me around. This made me go on local “adventures” such as basic bus rides in the local bus…
Bolivia is an amazing country with beautiful nature and amazing food. However, it can be hard to experience authentic local cuisine while travelling. Here are some tips to experience local food while travelling through Bolivia: Local food experience 1: markets…
Medellin is a wonderful diverse city in Colombia. Stretched out over a valley and surrounding mountain slopes. Well known for its notorious past. Nowadays a booming hip city with a wide range of different neighbourhoods. From above, the city looks…
All local people should have the opportunity to benefit from the tourism industry. In many countries, the opposite occures. Where just a few gain, many lose. And the tourists aren’t happy either. With huge prices, yet not contributing to local…
Juana, host family and guest
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