Alicante is the heart of the Costa Blanca, a good sized town of about 300,000 inhabitants. Gateway to the fabulous and famous wide sandy beaches of the Spanish Mediterranean coast, this city offers the visitor both tranquility and style. The Castillo de Santa Barbara, perched on a hill overlooking the city and the sea, is not particularly interesting but it makes for a great picture! Alicante's center is remarkably contained and you can reach the various sections in only a couple of minutes walking. The Old Quarter (El Barrio) in front of the Cathedral consists of narrow winding streets and here is where you can find most of the very active nightlife. Then there is excellent shopping in wide, tree-lined avenues and for a little 'See and be seen' action you could stroll along the Explanada, the promenade along the Marina, and have a drink at one of the many terraces that line the promenade. This, combined with the pleasant climate, many Festivals and interesting villages and Roman ruins nearby, makes for a destination where you will never get bored!

This program is designed for people from 50 years of age and up who want to learn Spanish or improve their current language skills while discovering Spanish art and culture first-hand. You will have the opportunity to sign up for special cultural activities, trips, and excursions for 50+ participants, such as visits to museums, guided walking tours and flamenco shows.

• Minimum 3 participants

Participants: Mostly Europeans, some North Americans.

Other: Beginner and Intermediate levels.
Some of the activities must be booked and paid at the school.

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