Austria

Austria is in Central Europe and is 84,000 square Km's with a population of 9 million. Austria is a land locked country famous for its alps, culture, castles and food. Austria has one of the highest standards of living and is known to be eco-friendly. Austrians are typically conservative, well-spoken, polite and punctual.

Belgium

Belgium is a small country 31,000 square Km's in the North-West region of Europe. It has a population of nearly 12million people and Brussels is the de-facto capital of the European Union. In Belgium they speak French, Dutch (Flemish) and German. Belgium is known for delicious food and friendly people.

Denmark

Denmark is a small country of 40,000 square Km's at the top of continental Europe. It has a population of 5.7million people and are known for farming, fishing and agricultural production. Most people live close to the coast and enjoy water activities. They are famous for Lego, Hans Christen Andersen and Lars Ulrich.

Finland

Finland is in the Nordic region of Europe and has a similar population to NZ. It is one of the happiest countries in the world and the people are kind, open-minded although can initially be shy. The Finnish landscape is beautiful and they are famous for sauna's, reindeer, Santa's Village and the Northern Lights.

France

France is one of our most popular exchange partners, it's no wonder it's the most visited country in the world. We exchange to the North West part near Nantes. France is home to nearly 68 million people and is famous for its landscape, architecture, culture, food and wine. The French are kind, generous and hospitable.

Germany

Germany is a central country with over 357,000 square Km's with 83 million people. Germany is a strong economic country famous for food (they invented gummy bears), cars and castles. German people are organised, punctual and well versed in many different topics including; sport, politics, culture and philosophy.

Spain

Spain is our newest exchange partner and we are excited to be exchanging with Spain. Spain is in Southwest Europe and has a population of 47 million. It is famous for Football, delicious food, bullfighting, architecture and flamenco. The Spanish people are vibrant, welcoming, friendly and expressive!

Sweden

Sweden is a large country (528,000 square Km's) in the Scandinavia with 10 million people. Sweden has thousands of islands, lakes and forests. It is an eco-friendly country and is home to an ice hotel. There is a high chance you will see the Northern Lights living in Sweden. Swedes love to be outdoors even in Winter!

Switzerland

Switzerland is a land locked country with famous alps and lakes. It has a population of nearly 9 million. There are four official languages and we exchange to the German speaking part which includes Zurich. Switzerland is known for cheese, chocolate, clocks and skiing and hiking.

Taiwan

Taiwan is a small island off the coast of the People's Republic of China, although they used to share a bridge. Taiwan has a population of 24 million, has four official languages and is home to Yushan, one of the new Seven Wonders of the World. Taiwanese people are hard working, patient, kind and friendly.

USA

We exchange to a specific part of the USA which includes; Nevada, Arizona, Southern California, Hawaii and Utah. We usually exchange to Nevada due to their schooling requirements. Nevada has a population of just over 3 million people and is famous for Las Vegas and surrounded by the Mojave Desert.