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The Academy of Tourism Antalya
AlumniGrowing up, I lived in Thailand and practiced tennis, so travel and new cultures always felt natural to me.
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Your Arts + Sciences program in Seoul lasts a full semester and is designed for students from all academic backgrounds. You will enroll in a combination of CIEE courses, host institution courses, and courses taught online through CIEE's global academic partner, ASU. Enhance your experience with co
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Ashoka University
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Ashoka is India’s premier Liberal Arts and Sciences University, located in the Delhi NCR capital region. An Ashoka education emphasizes foundational knowledge, rigorous academic research, and hands-on experience. The University provides a world-class interdisciplinary learning led by permanent, int
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What better way to practice your Japanese language skills and immerse yourself in Japanese life and culture than by studying in Nagoya? Experience day-to-day life as a Japanese person in the country's fourth-largest city. This highly competitive, eight-week summer program offers you intensive Japane
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Experience the ultimate Chinese language immersion with Go Abroad China's award-winning Mandarin programs for university students, teenagers, professionals, and families. Study at top universities including Peking University, BLCU, Fudan, Tsinghua, and Shanghai Jiao Tong, with flexible programs from
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LTL Language School
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LTL Language School is a perfect fit for students looking to improve their Mandarin quickly. Our comprehensive Chinese programs allow students maximum flexibility. You can study at LTL for a week up to a full year. We offer Mandarin language lessons in 10 cities across Asia, including Beijing, Shan
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Explore Bangkok, Thailand’s dynamic capital and a global hub for culture, commerce, and cuisine. Study at Mahidol University International College (MUIC), the English-speaking arm of Mahidol University, while taking courses alongside Thai and international students. Enjoy an affordable semester abro
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There’s no better time to see Hokkaido’s breathtaking natural surroundings than the summertime, and it’s made even better when you spend that time learning Japanese and mingling with the locals! With our summer course, you’ll have 20 Japanese classes as well as multiple events each week. The day i
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Santa Barbara City College
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Hokkaido Japanese Language School, located in the center of the bustling and modern city of Sapporo, offers students the chance to study Japanese conversationally and culturally. No previous experience is necessary and classes are offered for all levels and age groups. Courses begin every Monday and
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Hear what past participants have to say about their experiences
I loved being at the Aauja site. Everyone was so welcoming and I felt so appreciated and felt like they were open to the information and therapy we could offer. All the cultural experiences were awesome. The elephant sanctuary was amazing and I loved seeing a temple first hand.
I took a 1-week intensive Mandarin immersion course at LTL Language School, and I can’t recommend it highly enough! The program is flexible - Alin, Riona,Sunny, Greta and the entire team at LTL can work around most schedules. My program combined morning group classes with 1-on-1 private lessons in the afternoon, covering all four skills: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. The teachers are knowledgeable, experienced, and genuinely amazing: Tammy and Thomas led my group classes and made Mandarin grammar, conversation, character structure, and stroke order easy to understand. Jia was fantastic at helping me refine my pronunciation and tones. Anqi gave me incredible insights into reading and understanding traditional Chinese characters. Beyond the classroom, LTL organizes great social activities like group lunches and evening games of mahjong, making it easy to practice conversational Chinese and connect with other students. I learned so much in just one week that I signed up for more classes immediately—and most of my classmates extended their stays, too! I would have stayed even longer if I could, and I will definitely be back. If you want a top-tier Mandarin immersion experience, LTL is the place to go!
I took a 1-week intensive Mandarin immersion course at LTL Language School, and I can’t recommend it highly enough! The program is flexible - Alin, Riona,Sunny, Greta and the entire team at LTL can work around most schedules. My program combined morning group classes with 1-on-1 private lessons in the afternoon, covering all four skills: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. The teachers are knowledgeable, experienced, and genuinely amazing: Tammy and Thomas led my group classes and made Mandarin grammar, conversation, character structure, and stroke order easy to understand. Jia was fantastic at helping me refine my pronunciation and tones. Anqi gave me incredible insights into reading and understanding traditional Chinese characters. Beyond the classroom, LTL organizes great social activities like group lunches and evening games of mahjong, making it easy to practice conversational Chinese and connect with other students. I learned so much in just one week that I signed up for more classes immediately—and most of my classmates extended their stays, too! I would have stayed even longer if I could, and I will definitely be back. If you want a top-tier Mandarin immersion experience, LTL is the place to go!
Studying at LTL has been a life-changing experience for me and one of the best choices I've made for my personal growth. It's been almost a month since I arrived, and I am completely satisfied with the experience, from the educational system, the great teaching methods and charisma of Teacher Minkyung, to the socializing opportunities we have at school. The schedules are full of activities you can choose from to have fun, meet people, and learn together. The staff is highly professional and super friendly. Coming to class is really fun, and I really enjoy my routine here in Korea. I am grateful for this experience.

I had a phenomenal time at LTL Taipei. I had never been to Taiwan or done a language trip before, and initially signed up for 2 weeks. I found everyone super welcoming and accommodating, which is exactly what you want in a new country. I had morning classes with Wei wei and Jialin, who were both great. And then in the afternoon I had 1:1 classes with Jasmine, who was really phenomenal and patient with me -- letting me practice what I had learned, and discussing all aspects of Taiwan, Mandarin, and more. I actually ended up extending my classes by three days until I had to fly out 🤣. Highly recommend!
I had an amazing experience at LTL Language School! Everyone is so friendly and welcoming, and the teachers are excellent. I learned so much during my stay. I also loved the weekly activities organized by the LTL staff, which made the experience even more special. The school is in a great location, too. I highly recommend LTL to anyone who wants to learn Korean and have an unforgettable experience in Seoul! 💗
Yay love to hear it!! We miss you here in Seoul, come back again in 2027! Thanks for the 5 stars and don't forget to keep speaking Korean back home :) LTL Team
Program: Documentary Outreach - Service Learning for Storytellers
I had a fantastic time working on a documentary that the entire team all really cared about. It was a hectic cycle of preparation, shooting, then readjusting plans for the next day but I loved it. So is showbiz. I feel that I have made good friends that I want to work with in the future. Thank you Actuality Abroad for providing all of us this opportunity.

My time studying in Kunming so far has been one of the greatest experiences I have ever had. Especially with my great teacher. Everyone at Ltl has made me feel very welcome and I have been able to experience many amazing things.

So glad you've had a great time in Kunming, Josephine :) We loved having you here with us and are happy your experience matched your expectations!! LTL Team
I’ve been at LTL for about 6 weeks so far, and I have nothing but good things to say about it. LTL as a whole is a very welcoming environment. All of the staff are super friendly, whether it’s Alin and Riona, who you can usually find at the front desk helping students with logistical things, or Sunny, who creates and leads the social events. Speaking of social events, LTL is also a really great social environment. To foster connections between classes, LTL usually has about 2 social events per week, along with lots of social lunches, which helps build community among the students. Through this, I’ve made a lot of friends and feel very connected, even though I’m so far from my home country. As for the classes, I feel my Chinese has improved a lot since coming here, thanks in large part to my teacher, Sissi. She’s done a great job of making my 4 hours of daily classes fun and engaging, while also making sure I gain a deep understanding of the grammar structures and vocabulary we cover. All in all, I’d highly recommend LTL to anyone looking to travel abroad and study a language. Not only will LTL’s intensive courses ensure you make progress, but the friendly environment will also let you form connections and have experiences you’ll remember long after you return home.
Nothing but good things is music to our ears, Anthony :) Glad you've had 6 great weeks with us and super happy to hear you making great progress too. Keep up the great work. LTL Team
This was such a great experience, filled with memorable moments and unique opportunities for learning. Once we arrived, there were so many opportunities to explore the community and experience Thai culture beyond the classroom and clinic. One of my favorite activities was the cooking class, which was amazing. Preparing food offered a hands-on way to learn about the culture while enjoying the experience with our group. I also appreciated how our guides responded to our interests. When we expressed interest in visiting temples, they planned an opportunity for us to go into the community and explore them. Seeing the temples in person was beautiful and gave us a greater appreciation for the traditions and cultural significance of these spaces. Visiting an ethical elephant sanctuary was another unforgettable experience and truly a highlight of a lifetime. Being there was something I will always remember and felt incredibly special. Overall, this trip offered much more than I could have learned through coursework alone. The combination of cultural experiences, community exploration, and shared learning made it meaningful. I am grateful for the thought and planning that went into these opportunities and for the memories and perspectives I will carry with me moving forward.
Osaka caught my heart and yes Osaka people are the best and MOST FUNNIEST in all of Japan! I couldn't go wrong with combining this great bustling place with Meiji. Classes were fun, activities crazy and the social gatherings...I won't tell too much but be prepared for crazy Karaoke nights and hilarious outings in Namba. And yes, the food is top notch! Nandeyanen, you'll see me soon again😁
I’ve really enjoyed my experience with Silk Mandarin so far. Learning Mandarin can feel quite overwhelming at first, especially with the tones and pronunciation, but the way the lessons are structured makes everything feel much more approachable. One of the things I appreciate most is that the teaching goes beyond simply memorising vocabulary. The teachers explain things clearly and make sure you understand how to use what you learn in practice. The teaching methods are engaging and make the lessons feel interactive, which helps keep me motivated and interested. I’ve also found the teachers to be very supportive, creating an environment where I feel comfortable making mistakes and learning from them. I think this is especially important when learning a language as different from English as Chinese. Overall, Silk Mandarin has made learning Chinese a genuinely enjoyable experience. Progress takes time, of course, but having a good learning structure and supportive teachers makes a real difference. I’d happily recommend them to anyone looking to start learning Mandarin or improve their existing skills.
Program: Online Chinese Learning 1-on-1 - Schönberg Education
This school leaves a very positive impression. The learning process is well structured and strongly focused on practical usage, with particular attention to speaking skills, pronunciation, and real-life communication. The teachers are native speakers with solid teaching experience and are able to explain complex topics in a clear and systematic way. Thanks to everyone I was studying with!!
We're so happy to hear that, andrei! Making Chinese learning simple and enjoyable is exactly what we strive for. 😊
I had a great experience here during my 6-month stay. I gained many new experiences and met wonderful people, like my teacher helena. Her teaching style is very easy to understand, and she did her best to teach me Chinese, even though my English wasn't the best. She did everything possible to help me learn, and I did. Honestly, these experiences were some of the best. I thank my teacher for everything she taught me and everything she did for me, both as a student and as a friend. Thank you!
Hello Alejandro, we’re happy to hear that you had a positive experience with our team. Your feedback mean a lot to us and motivate our team to continue providing the best support. Please keep up your great work. 😊
I joined the school program for two weeks. Helen was our teacher, and she is so funny and good at translating local slang. We had five students in that group and all of us loved her. We didn't expect a young teacher could be very professional and patient but she was amazing.

Two weeks just go too quick, Martina :) But we still had a great time! Keep up the great work. Thanks for your lovely words. LTL Team
We joined the Beijing trip this spring, and i really miss the feeling there! Everyday's classes with friendly and funny teacher, chinese local food differed each day, cultural challenges with locals! I also bought a mini mahjong set back home!

Love to hear it, Artion, we miss you too. Come back and let's do it all again :) LTL Team
It was a great trip in Beijing evenif it was not my first time. Teachers were very patient and professional. I enjoyed the class very much. There are much more students from all other countries in LTL, there were also Spanish, German and other countries.


So glad to hear you had a great time in Beijing with us. Come back again soon and thanks for the 5 stars!! LTL Team
The goal of my trip to China, beyond studying the language, was to get to know the small part of the country that I visited. Anya helped me a lot to manage the practical aspects, guided me in choosing places to see, and encouraged me to try new things in Xi'an(as street food f.e). Thank you.

Thanks so much Maurizio :) We're so glad you had a blast with us. Hope to see you again and thanks for the lovely words. LTL Team
I enjoyed each activity that was planned for us! I appreciated how our group leaders listened to our needs and were flexible with our schedule so that we could participate in all of things that we wanted to do. Each guide was kind and cared about what we were doing. Translations were timely and accurate!
This was a great trip! I really appreciated Pooi, Pan, and Amber's planning and adaptability. It was very well organized and I couldn't believe they managed all 25 of us. They were great at answering our questions and helping us around the city. It went very smoothly and I had the best time ever.


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Anastasiya Vinogradova
The Academy of Tourism Antalya
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Arseniy Ovchinnikov
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Maria Huerta
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Andrew Messersmith
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European Centre for Career Education
AlumniAlthough I graduated some time ago and currently live in Prague, I felt a strong desire to return to a structured academic environment. I wanted to re...
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Academic Programs Abroad (APA)
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Learn Russian in the European Union
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IES Abroad
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CES Maastricht
AlumniI had known from a young age that I wanted to study far from home, but due to the illness of one of my parents, I was afraid to make that jump. After ...
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Grant Dockery
IES Abroad
AlumniThis was not my first experience studying abroad. I have always loved traveling and experiencing new cultures (I'm a big foodie). I also adore languag...
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Bethel University Global Studies
AlumniMy first trip abroad was to Mexico when I was in college, studying Spanish. That experience changed everything for me; it brought the language to life...
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