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ˇVAMOS A ANTIGUA!
We at Partners are very proud to offer you the opportunity of a lifetime, to study Spanish one-on-one – that’s right one teacher per student! -- immersed in the beautiful setting of Antigua, Guatemala. Read more below, or click here to register now!
PROGRAM INFORMATION
Our two week Spanish Language and Cultural Immersion Program is an
excellent opportunity for teachers, students, volunteers, or anybody
who wants to learn Spanish and have the experience of a lifetime. This summer (July 13 - July 27), join former Guatemala resident Diego Cerezo, for an incredible two-week immersion into the language and culture of the beautiful colonial town of Antigua, Guatemala. This 16th century city was the Spanish colonial capital of the Americas. UNESCO has proclaimed Antigua "a colonial monument to humanity." One-on-one intensive language instruction is provided by the Union School of Antigua.
DESCRIPTION OF ACTIVITIES
SPANISH LESSONS: Participants will receive more than thirty (30) hours of intensive instruction at Centro Linguistico La union. "Centro Linguistico La Union" is
an excellent Spanish school located within walking distance of your hotel. It has successfully prepared hundreds of Peace
Corps volunteers, diplomats from around the world, airline employees,
and many international students. The school's focus is intensive with
individualized instruction. It can accomodate the beginner with no
experience speaking Spanish, as well as the advanced student seeking to
completely master the language. Your teacher will tailor your program
to meet your specific needs and interests. La Union is accredited
through La Universidad Rural de Guatemala, the Guatemalan Ministry of
Education, and INGUAT (the Guatemalan Tourism Board). Lessons are conducted every weekday afternoon.
FIELD & SIDE TRIPS: As part of your "Total Immersion" experience, guided Spanish speaking activities are taken every day during weekdays. Some of the trips included in your program are a climb up the volcano Pacay; tours of coffee, macadamia nuet and orchid farms; tours of artisan factories of jade, silver and textiles; art galleries and museums; churches and cathedrals; markets; and a slasa and merengue dance lesson. To ensure that you are always learning, all guided tours are done in Spanish (with English translation if needed).
Click here for last year's pics!
EXCURSIONS: Two Weekend excursions are included in your program. Your will visit Lake Atitlan, where you can zip-line across a mountain overlookng this beautiful lake, see a nature and butterfly reserve, practice your bargaining skills at the street market, lay by the pool of your hotel, or simply walk the shores of this spectacular lake surrounded by three volcanoes. Your will also discover the incredible Maya city of Tikal, located in the Peten region in northern Guatemala. Explore this fascinating ancient city that lies hidden within the dense tropical jungle of Peten, and climb one of it's many temples/pyramids that reach far above the tree line.
ACCOMODATIONS: You will stay in a hotel where friendly staff and great service will make you fell right at home. Our hotel arrangements are an integral part of our program and allow you to get to know the people and culture of Antigua in an up-close and personal way. The hotel is located in the heart of Antigua, just one block from Antigua's Central Plaza and three blocks from the Union School. The hotel's native staff members will encourage you to speak only Spanish!
SOCIAL COMMITMENT: As part of our continuing efforts in helping the local community, a project to benefit underprivileged scholls and children in Antigua is underway. As part of our field & side trips, participants will visit one of the schools and will be able to interact with the children and pass out donations. Last year we donated five computers and other necessary tools to "Escuela Vuelta Grnade".
Click here for the FAQ section
Click here for the full itinerary
See last year's community service
PRICES AND DATES
Our next program will be from July 13th to July 27th, 2009. The program cost excluding round-trip airfare is only $1,700/person for a double room, or $1990/person for a single room! Price includes one-on-one Spanish classes, school tuition, books, all breakfasts, lodging, all transportation within Guatemala, entrance fees for all scheduled activities and weekend excursions, and much more! Limited space available.
Click here to register now or request further information, please contact Partners of the Americas at:
ICE@partners.net
1-800-322-7844 extension 211
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