Learn Spanish in Cuenca
Spanish Immersion in Ecuador
Learning Spanish abroad in Cuenca, Ecuador is one of many language immersion programs offered by AmeriSpan. Ecuador was named for its position on the Equator and is bordered by Colombia, Peru and the Pacific Ocean. Not many countries as small as Ecuador have such diverse climate regions. This country has the tallest active volcano in the world, great white sand beaches, tropical rainforests, deep crevasses, colorful Indian markets and is well known for its social and political stability.
Learn Spanish Language in Ecuador:
Located in an Andean valley, Cuenca is a town of striking contrast. It has successfully preserved its colonial past from its cobbled streets, churches, pre-Hispanic ruins, museums, and colorful Indian markets. Colonial Cuenca is just across the Tomebamba River from modern day Cuenca with modern office buildings, art galleries and two universities. Home to many scholars and artists of Ecuador, Cuenca is said to be the “Athens of Ecuador.” Relatively undiscovered by English speaking tourists, this program offers an excellent opportunity to learn Spanish.
School Facilities:
In the colonial section of the city in an old stone building. Warm atmosphere with colorfully painted classrooms. Shared building with a cafe. Capacity is 40 students/day.
Participants:
50% are from Europe. Average age 30.
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Spanish Immersion Program (included in tuition):
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- 4 hrs/day classes (20 hrs/wk)
- Group classes (max 5)
- Private room with host family
- 3 meals daily
- Laundry service
- Daily organized activities
- Airport pick-up in Cuenca
- Emergency message service
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Options (extra cost):
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- One-way ticket to Cuenca, airport transfers, and hotel in Quito
- One-on-one classes
- Weekend day excursions (3/mo)
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| What We Like: |
What We Don't Like: |
- Maximum 5 students per group class
- Private room & laundry service
- School organizes activities and trips
- Beautiful colonial town
- Diverse mix of students
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- 45-minute sessions, less than most programs
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2008 Prices (Click to see prices for 2007)
| Course Name |
1
Wk |
2
Wks |
3
Wks |
4
Wks |
Add'l
Wks |
Class
Size |
Meals |
| 4 hrs/day Group w/homestay |
n/a |
$620 |
$885 |
$1140 |
$270 |
max 5 |
3 |
| 4 hrs/day Group classes only |
n/a |
$360 |
$495 |
$620 |
$140 |
max 5 |
0 |
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Airport Pickup: Included with homestay
Airport Pickup Comments:
*If you are staying with a family, an airport pick-up is included in Cuenca. Not offered if opting for classes only.
*Quito Package = $160
Airport transfers, one night hotel in Quito & one-way airfare to Cuenca. Please book this option w/ at least 2-3 weeks notice. You should arrive in Quito on the Saturday before your classes start.
Program Additions & Upgrades:
* Extra homestay nights: $19/night
* Private Classes: $11.00/hour
Start Dates:
Any Monday but absolute beginners/zero Spanish will need to take two weeks of 1-to-1 before group classes
Closed Dates:
2007: 10/9, 12/21-12/31
2008: 1/1, 2/4, 3/21, 5/2, 10/10, 11/3, 12/20-1/4/09
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