GC2018 visitors set to live like a local, with a local

Gold Coast families open their homes for Commonwealth Games

GOLD COAST, Australia – 29 January 2018: Gold Coasters eager to be part of the Commonwealth Games action are opening their doors to help accommodate some of the 700,0000 visitors expected to descend upon the Coast.

GC2018 organisers are working with the Australian Homestay Network (AHN) to offer international visitors “a true ‘Aussie’ home-style experience with Australian families”.

Members of the global media, athletes’ families and Games volunteers will have the opportunity to stay with a local between 29 March and 17 April 2018, sharing their home and experiencing the Aussie lifestyle first-hand.

AHN Founding Director, David Bycroft, said the chance to participate in a once-in-a-lifetime event was the big drawcard for Gold Coast residents.

“The response to our callout for hosts was extraordinary. People are excited to get involved,” he said.

AHN, recognised as global leader in the industry, is the only traditional homestay provider to be named as an approved accommodation operator for the 2018 Commonwealth Games.

“The concept fits in really well with the Commonwealth Games in that people from diverse backgrounds can come together, have that sense of shared community and enjoy the experience,” Mr Bycroft said.

The Australian Homestay Network’s team of “ambassadors” are gearing up to welcome visitors to the Coast, adding to the 15,000 volunteers selected by the Gold Coast 2018 Commonwealth Games Corporation to help shape the Games.

“Some of our hosts have been with us for nearly a decade. They know how to deliver exceptional hospitality and we’re working closely with the GOLDOC team to let people know what a fantastic and unique experience homestay offers.”

With prices locked in at just over $150AU a night for room and breakfast, homestay is just the ticket for visitors looking for budget-friendly accommodation.

Bookings are not restricted to international guests. Anyone travelling to the Coast can book their homestay online at homestaynetwork.org/commonwealth-games-2018/ (minimum 7 night stay applies).

MEDIA CONTACT

Erin Webb
Media Relations – Australian Homestay Network
ewebb@homestaynetwork.org
0411 036 280 

ABOUT AHN

Australian Homestay Network (AHN) is Australia’s largest and most recognised international student homestay provider. We match AHN-certified hosts with visiting international students to provide the highest quality homestay experience while they study in Australia. Since 2008, AHN has placed over 80,000 students from 169 countries in homestay accommodation. AHN is the industry leader, dedicated to delivering global standards, technology and best practices across its network of services.