Dar Loughat : Cross-Cultural Language Center

All was great at Dar Loughat - the word family comes to mind. The staff was all very friendly, caring and accommodating, yet very professional.

I had a great time at Dar Loughat. I came not knowing any Arabic, and left feeling that I had learned quite a lot (a lot more than I thought it was possible to learn in a month!). Tetouan is a unique city, in a really interesting part of Morocco, with a culture all its own. My favourite memories of my time here will be with my wonderful host family. They taught me specific things about Islam and Moroccan culture, but through getting to know them I came to appreciate their view of the world and current events. I was a little worried about the way they would feel about an American coming to live with them, but they were really interested in my culture; we carved a Moroccan squash like a jack o later on Halloween. They taught me about their cooking, and how to dance like a Moroccan for my host sister's birthday party.

I chose Morocco over other Arab countries by chance but I'm so glad because people made me feel so welcome and the culture is truly fascinating. The people here are amazing. I felt as if they would do anything to help me have a good experience. I was here for a short time but they helped me make the most of it. I wish I had brought small American gifts to say thank you for the amazing Moroccan hospitability.

Before coming to Morocco, I thought that I would have to pretend to be Canadian to be safe. What I found out is that Moroccans love Americans. I received no problem or hostility in more than 3 months in Morocco. The people were very nice. At Dar Loughat, I had a great teacher who made a very difficult language fun and interesting. The price of the program is excellent. The school is much cheaper and much better than studying at an expensive institution in the US. I learned as much here in Morocco in 3 months as I did in a years at home.

I'm really enjoying my stay in Tetouan, and the people here are very hospitable and generous. Honestly, the word hospitality is not enough to express Moroccan generosity. In Tetouan, everything is cheap, you can get a sandwich for 1$, a Tajine or a Couscous dish for 4$. The town is small and you can go wherever you want walking. I'm also enjoying Arabic classes at Dar Loughat. I like the Arabic Language and in such a short time I learned a lot of things quickly and efficiently. I had a great teacher and my stay in Morocco helped me a lot.

In Dar Loughat I had great time and good lessons. In such a short time I had felt huge improvement of my Arabic. Teacher and staff of school support me very well. I chose studying Arabic in Morocco because it is safer than other Mideast countries and people are very friendly. Tetouan is very nice and different from other Moroccan cities. It is great environment to study Arabic.

Studying Arabic in Tetouan is one of the greatest things I did. When I arrived in Morocco from the United States it was a cultural shock and it took some time to adjust, Dar Loughat was with me every step of the way; the staff has always made sure I was adjusting to my new surroundings. The school is organized, professional, and has an open door policy in that one can speak to the director of the school at anytime with any questions or concerns. The people of Tetouan are the kindest and most hospitable people I have ever encountered. I always tell people they will give you the last piece of bread in their house in order to make you feel welcome. I found the experience at DAR LOUGHAT to be one of the best of my life and hope to go back soon.