masons.aupair@gmail.com

Before you apply to any au pair program, you deserve to know what your actual day-to-day life will look like. Not the brochure version — the real one. The one that includes the awkward moments when you mix up tones in Mandarin, the ones that include hot pot dinners with the whole host family at […]

If you’re thinking about becoming an au pair in Asia, you’ve probably already asked yourself: China, Japan, or South Korea? All three countries are fascinating, culturally rich, and increasingly popular with young adults looking for a life-changing experience abroad. But when it comes to actually doing an au pair program, the differences between these three

Many people want to learn Mandarin and discover Chinese language and culture, but one question always comes first: can you become an au pair in China if you don’t speak Chinese? The short answer is yes. You can absolutely join an au pair program in Mainland China as a complete beginner. In fact, most learners

Spending December in Mainland China is a unique experience. While American culture focuses on the Gregorian-calendar holidays, our au pairs in Chengdu are currently living through a fascinating transition. We recently celebrated the Winter solstice (Dongzhi), a period that marks the arrival of the coldest days but also the countdown to the most important public-holiday:

If you’re considering an au pair program in Asia, you’re probably looking for more than “a year abroad.” Asia is one of those regions where an au pair experience can feel like a full reset: new language, new food, new social codes, and a totally different daily rhythm inside a host family. But Asia is

Embarking on a journey to experience Winter in China is perhaps the most challenging yet rewarding decision an aspiring au pair can make. Unlike the familiar festive season in American culture or Europe, winter in the Middle Kingdom is a deep dive into a completely different civilization. For any international student or participant in a

The Terracotta Army, also known as the Terracotta warriors, is one of the most extraordinary archaeological discoveries of all time. For au pairs, exchange-students, and international students living in China through a homestay program, visiting this ancient site in Shaanxi province offers a rare chance to connect with thousands of years of ancient Chinese history.

Starting an au-pair adventure in China is exciting, especially if it’s your first time living abroad as an exchange-student, a high school student, or an international student. The first weeks can feel like a real cultural maze. You’re joining a host family, adapting to a new exchange program and student exchange programs, and learning how

Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is one of the world’s oldest systems of traditional medicine, still widely practiced today as both complementary and alternative medicine. In China, people regularly combine conventional medicine with herbal therapies, acupuncture treatment, Tai-chi, and Qigong to support balance, prevent illnesses, and maintain overall well-being. For au pairs and international students, attending

Becoming an au pair in China is not only a cultural exchange program—it is a true international exchange experience that prepares you for future study abroad opportunities, internships abroad, and prestigious education abroad programs. Many participants use this homestay placement as a foundation before enrolling in a spring semester overseas, applying for a student visa,