A ‘Club 50+’ course is a fantastic option if you are aged 50 years and over and wish to learn a language exclusively with students of a similar age to yourself. These courses are very popular amongst mature students and senior citizens and combine language lessons with a fantastic range of cultural activities, giving you plenty of opportunity to socialise with your fellow students and practice your language skills!
We often have students ask us about the possibility of taking a language course that will provide them with some proof that they have attained a certain level of Spanish. All students receive certificates of attendance at the end of their courses and this usually includes information about the level reached. However, these are not officially recognised qualifications.
If you do need an internationally recognised proof of your level of Spanish, then you may like to consider taking a DELE exam. Recognised by the Spanish Ministry of Education, Culture and Sport, as well as many international organisations and run by the Instituto Cervantes, DELE stands for Diplomas de Español como Lengua Extranjera.
The French commune of Chamonix sits higher than the tallest mountain in England, yet the gargantuan French-Swiss Alps tower over it still, making it a fantastic base from which to go skiing or boarding in the winter and enjoy biking, climbing and many other outdoor sports in the summer.
I visited Chamonix in the winter and could not recommend it enough! If I could go back every year I would. Very close to the town centre, within easy reach by public transport are several different resorts and slopes that cater from the complete beginner (me!) to much more advanced winter sports specialists.
I’ve just come back from Cambridge. I had heard beautiful things about the city before, but it really was even nicer than I could have expected!
What I really liked about Cambridge is that the locals seem so happy – and very relaxed! If you are able to spend time with the right locals (taking host family accommodation on an English course, for example!) they transmit these chilled out feelings to you! It was very strange for me, coming from Madrid, to see all the people using their bikes (because that is not so usual in my country), but all these people cycling everywhere rather than using cars just adds to the relaxing, slow paced atmosphere in Cambridge.
Home to one of our most popular language schools (and my very own big sister) Barcelona is always worth visiting, especially if you are living there as a student on a Spanish language course! I have personally visited Barcelona about 10 times now and even after being back home for just one week, I can’t wait until I have the opportunity to return again. There is just so much to see and do and experience for not only the tourist, but also those that live there, discovering new things every week or even every day.
It was late at night when I arrived near Venice. I had arrived a day early, so I stopped right in front of the bridge to the island, and from the parking lot I had a wonderful view over the city. I couldn’t wait to go and visit it! That night I went to sleep feeling excited and happy: it was not going to be my first time ever in Venice, but the idea of going back to that wonderful place made me smile all night.
The next day I got up early to take the bus into the city. I fell in love with the city again, the moment I got off the bus. The city was still as romantic as I remembered, and walking through it again made me feel happy. The city has so much to offer: history, architecture, culture, art, food, romance…
Are you a real boat and yacht enthusiast, or just want to experience something different this October? Then don’t waste a second and make sure you go to Genoa for the 53rd International Boat Show 2013. This year it takes place from 2nd to 6th October 2013!
It is one of the world’s most important boat shows, dedicated to the pleasure craft market, taking place in the port of Genoa inside the huge exhibition area called Fiera di Genova.
I have been in Heildelberg for six months and I found this city wonderful not only during the spring but also during the winter! Heidelberg has been labelled a “Romantic town” and if you come here, you will understand why! You will also be impressed by the breathtaking views of the river valley and the Heidelberg Castle – truly amazing!
The best starting point for exploring Heidelberg’s historic heart is “Bismarckplatz”, right next to Heidelberg’s main pedestrian street and not far from the school . Heidelberg’s historical city centre, the “Altstadt” (Old Town) is lively with its stylish cafés, good restaurant and nice shops.There are a lot of attractions that you can’t miss: Heidelberg’s “Alte Brücke” (Old Bridge), the Town Hall, the Old University and historic buildings.
If you are planning on going to Madrid, there is a neighbourhood you absolutely need to visit. It is located in the old town of the city, has some of the most beautiful medieval streets in the world and hosts the best Tapas bars in the Spanish capital. Its name is no other than La Latina.
La Latina is one of the most genuinely authentic neighbourhoods of Madrid. On Sundays, the biggest open-air flea market in Spain is held in its grounds – El Rastro de Madrid. Whether you are looking for a new painting to decorate your walls, browse rare books, vintage clothes or even buy a new pet, you can be sure that you will be able to find it in El Rastro!
We arrange language courses and accommodation abroad for thousands of clients each year. The majority of clients have an excellent, rewarding, safe and fun experience but we would always advise people who are travelling abroad to book comprehensive travel insurance.
For Europeans travelling within the EU, travel insurance should be bought in addition to an up to date EHIC.
The British Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) have recently drawn up an interesting infographic of travel insurance statistics for residents of the UK: www.gov.uk
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