Learn Spanish in Puerto Vallarta
Spanish Immersion in Mexico
Learning Spanish abroad in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico is one of many language immersion programs offered by AmeriSpan. Diversity is the word that best describes Mexico’s people and geography. Over 50 different indigenous groups, each with its own language, comprise 28% of Mexico’s 83 million inhabitants. Divided by the Tropic of Cancer into the temperate North and the tropical South, the country boasts snow-capped volcanoes, jungle clad beaches, deserts, archeological ruins, modern cities, upscale resorts, and isolated villages.
Learn Spanish Language in Mexico:
Puerto Vallarta is located in central Mexico on the Pacific Coast. Aside from having the largest bay in the country, Puerto Vallarta has a wonderful combination of mountains, tropics, beaches and colonial architecture. This location is ideal for those who enjoy exploring Mexican culture such as traveling to typical Indian “pueblos” and partaking in outdoor adventures. Other activities to participate in are whale and dolphin watching and a wide variety of watersports.
School Facilities:
The school is located in downtown Puerto Vallarta, one block from the beach and seawalk where major restaurants, bars, galleries and stores are located. Many small plazas that showcase town traditions, flavors and spirit are located in the surrounding area. The school has a cafeteria in a nice terrace overlooking the mountains, a small library, a computer/internet area and a TV room where is has wireless internet access available.
Participants:
Mostly US. Average age of 35 years old.
Accreditation Memberships:
Member of: FIYTO, ALTO, IALC
Other:
Additional campus in Playa del Carmen (on the east coast of the Yucatan peninsula). Accommodations with homestays. You can sign up for the Playa del Carmen campus when registering. Onsite changes usually require 2 weeks notice, $50 charge, and are based on availability.
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Spanish Immersion Program (included in tuition):
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- 5hrs/day classes (25hrs/wk)
- Group Classes (max 5)
- Private room with host family
- 2 meals daily (Breakfast & Lunch or Breakfast & Dinner)
- Daily organized activities
- Intercambio
- Emergency message service
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Options (extra cost):
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- One-on-one classes
- Weekend excursions
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| What We Like: |
What We Don't Like: |
- Maximum 5 students in group
- Private room
- School organizes daily activities
- Beautiful colonial city – like Antigua
- Close to beaches
- Intercambio program
- Small program with intimate atmosphere and personal attention
- Possible to switch to school’s other campus(es) in Playa del Carmen
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- Many English speakers in Puerto Vallarta
- Many tourist in Puerto Vallarta
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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 |
| 5 hrs/day Group w/homestay |
$505 |
$900 |
$1300 |
$1685 |
$380 |
max 5 |
2 |
| 5 hrs/day Group classes only |
$315 |
$525 |
$735 |
$930 |
$205 |
max 5 |
n/a |
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Airport Pickup: Not offered.
Airport Pickup Comments:
Shuttles and taxis are available from $10-$15 one way
Program Additions & Upgrades:
* Extra homestay nights: $27/night
* Private Classes: $290 for the first 10 hours, then $21/hour
Start Dates:
Start any Monday
Closed Dates:
2007: 11/2, 11/19, 12/25 2008: 1/1, 2/4, 3/21, 3/24, 5/1, 9/16, 11/2, 11/17, 12/25
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