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Italian and Culture for 50+
Siena, Italy
Program Snap Shot
Highlights:
- Orientation tour of the city
- Afternoon wine tasting guided by expert sommeliers
- A relaxing half day at the Spa Rapoliano, near Siena
- Guided visit to one of Siena's Contrade (historical city district) & its museum
Program (included in tuition):
- 4 hrs/day classes (20 hrs/wk)
- Group Classes (max 12)
- Shared room with host family or apartment
- 2 meals daily
- 4 afternoon visits and cultural activities/excursions per week
- One full day excursion on the weekend
- Emergency message service
Possible Options (extra cost):
- Airport pick-up in Florence airport Amerigo Vespucci (FLR)
- Private room updgrade
Start Dates:
This course is specifically designed for participants age 50+ to learn Italian in a pleasant and relaxing environment while enjoying a wide variety of cultural activities.
Information about Siena, Italy (Click to view)
Siena is located in the heart of Tuscany and is known as the best-preserved medieval town in Italy. Set on three hills, the city is drawn together by winding alleys and steep steps, whilst the Piazza del Campo stands at its heart, and the Duomo and St Maria della Scala serve as additional cultural landmarks. This magnificent Cathedral, begun in 1230, is an important point of reference for the entire Italian Gothic architecture, since it provided a basic model for a cathedral and was subsequently adopted in many other Italian cities. Surrounded by olive groves and the vineyards of Chianti, Siena is a precious medieval town with great architectural treasures.
Known for its diverse regions, rich culture, and fabulous food, boot-shaped Italy possesses perhaps the most instantly identifiable physical shape of any country in the world. You can visit Roman ruins, gawk at Renaissance art, stay in tiny hill towns, ski the Alps, explore the canals of Venice, and see more churches than you can imagine. Naturally, you can indulge in the elementary pleasures of good food, improving your wardrobe, and seeking out "la dolce vita." From its beaches to its Alpine mountains, Italy vibrates with a special soul that is reflected in its people, music, and art.
Participants: International mix of students, mostly from USA, Germany, Switzerland and Austria all age 50 and up.
Other: Important note: If there is only 1 participant he/she will be placed in an Intensive plus 5 course. All organized school activities are free of charge for this participant.
| Course Name |
1 Wk |
2 Wks |
3 Wks |
4 Wks |
Add'l Wks |
Class Size |
Meals |
| Italian & Culture for 50+ w/homestay |
$1045 |
n/a |
n/a |
n/a |
n/a |
max 12 |
1 |
| Italian & Culture for 50+ w/apartment |
$935 |
n/a |
n/a |
n/a |
n/a |
max 12 |
0 |
| Italian & Culture for 50+ classes only |
$625 |
n/a |
n/a |
n/a |
n/a |
max 12 |
n/a |
Program Notes
- 2008 program closed dates/holidays: 12/14-1/3/09
2009 program closed dates/holidays: 1/6, 4/13, 5/1, 6/2, 6/24, 12/8, 12/19-1/3/10
- $275 from Florence airport Amerigo Vespucci (FLR) or $340 from airport in Pisa (PSA): $260
- Extra lodging nights, homestay: $50/night; apartment: $30/night
- Private classes: minimum one week for 3 hours/day: $960/week
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