Description

Learn Spanish in Antigua,enjoy your Spanish learning vacation in this colorful cultural center of the pre-discovered new world. Known as the origin of the mysterious Mayan Civilization and still predominately Indigenous, the country offers some of the continent's richest folklore.

Antigua is one of the most beautiful cities in all of Latin America: its charm and relaxed atmosphere attract travelers from all corners of the world.

Located just 4 blocks from the Plaza Central on the corner of La Merced church. The school is housed in a beautiful traditional, remodeled colonial home with a large courtyard and lush garden. Classes are held in the 8 classrooms as well as in and around the garden area.

Highlights

You have the following course options:
* 4 lessons daily: (20 group lessons per week)
* 6 lessons daily: (30 group lessons per week)

- We accept all language levels / ages 18+
- Minimum course length - 2 weeks
- Unlimited course length
- A "lesson" usually lasts approx. 50 minutes
- Course runs Monday through Friday (mornings)
- Loan of course materials are included
- Placement test and orientation on first day of course
- Maximum 6 students per group class
- Private lessons can be added in the afternoon

Academic credit available: (if required)
- Undergraduate Credit Through Brookhaven College

Lodging options:

* Host Family:
- Private
- Meals included: breakfast and dinner daily
- Meals will be local custom
- Shared bathroom with family
- Bed linens provided; must bring towels
- You will be given a key to your lodgings
- Located 5 - 35 mins. to school by public transport
- Double rooms are only available for 2 students traveling together.

After class and weekend activities:
Enjoy social and cultural outings during the week with other students and optional weekend excursions.

The school normally offers 2-3 organized activities every week, which could include: Antigua orientation tour, visits to local areas of interest, dance classes, cultural classes, parties and fiestas, local markets, Spanish languages videos and movies, seminars and discussion groups.

Languages

• Spanish

Languages Used as a Medium of Teaching

• Spanish

Cost in US$:

Various options

Program Fees Include:

- Selected language course and course length
- Placement test and orientation on the day
- Lodging as requested
- Meals if selected
- Use of teaching materials and borrowing books
- Optional cultural and social activities.
- Language proficiency certificate
- Academic credit available if requested

Credit Available

yes

This Program is open to

American, Asian, Australian, Canadian, European, Kiwi, South African and Worldwide Participants.

Participants Travel

Independently

Typically Participants Work

Independently or in Groups

Application Process Involves

• Online Application plus Application Assessment

Typically The Application Process Time is

48 hours

Language Vacation's Mission Statement

Provide short or long term language courses and total cultural immersion abroad. Studying abroad, in the country a language is spoken is the most effective way to learn another language. Enjoy year round language programs worldwide for "Adults", junior summer language camps & programs abroad for "Teenagers" and affordable credit-bearing opportunities. Tailor made language courses for Business, Government & Diplomatic personal including the opportunity to Live & Study in the home of your own private language teacher!

Year Founded

2000