Description:
In a country that treasures its colonial past, Antigua is a prize possession. One of the most beautiful colonial cities in all of Latin America, its charm and relaxed atmosphere attract students and travelers from all parts of the world. Antigua is home to more than 40 Spanish language schools and AmeriSpan works with 4 of the best schools.
In general, schools in Antigua provide instruction and homestay but not many extra services or activities. AmeriSpan's Antigua office provides these missing services and an unmatched level of support for AmeriSpan students. The bi-lingual staff assists you with all of your needs, including hotel & restaurant information, planning an excursion, resolving any mishap (luggage, medical, legal, etc.). Furthermore, the office provides on-site screening of families and teachers to insure that AmeriSpan students receive the best possible homestay and teacher placements. Finally, all students receive the AmeriSpan Discount Card which allows students to receive discounts from shops, restaurants, museums and other businesses in Antigua.
Highlights:
Guatemala, a colorful and hospitable place, is recognized as the cultural center of the pre-discovered new world. As the origin of the mysterious Mayan Civilization and still predominately Indigenous, the country offers some of the continent's richest folklore. The cultural blend of the Indigenous, Spanish and African peoples can be seen in many aspects of daily life. Ancient rituals are intertwined with Christianity. Moreover, there is an abundance of high quality, low-priced handmade goods.
Language:
Spanish
Language Used As A Medium of Teaching:
Spanish
Subject Areas:
Intensive Language
and Spanish
Cost in US$: Inquire for more info.
Cost Includes: Spanish Immersion Program (included in tuition):
* 4 hrs/day classes (20 hrs/wk)
* Group classes (max 4)
* Private room with host family
* 3 meals daily, except Sunday
* Antigua orientation tour
* Airport pick-up in Guatemala City
* Travel Assistance Program
* Emergency message service
* At least 3 organized activities per week
Options (extra cost):
* One-on-one classes
* Weekend excursions
* Activa Program: 4 hrs/day Group classes + 3 hrs activities/day
* Un Poco de Todo
Credit Available: yes
Experience Required: no
Application Process Involves:
- Online Application plus Application Assessment
- Written Application
AmeriSpan Study Abroad's Mission Statement: Our mantra is "Every Language, Every Culture, Everywhere." AmeriSpan Study Abroad has over 15 years experience and over 30,000 past participants. Our staff has three passions: language, culture, and travel. Individually and as a group, we have accumulated experiences and knowledge related to these passions. AmeriSpan's staff has traveled to more than 65 countries, every continent except Antarctica, speak 10 languages, and we are happy to share this enormous amount of relevant knowledge with you. Every staff member has studied and/or lived abroad for extended periods of time. We are neither a language school nor a travel agent, we're a hybrid of the two: a language travel organization. AmeriSpan has evaluated hundreds of schools, host families and destinations to determine which programs to offer, and our independence allows us to give you unbiased evaluations of these programs.
Our pledge to our participants is to make going abroad 'worry-free'. There is no risk in choosing an AmeriSpan program because you'll get the best program, best price and can cancel for any reason and get a full refund on every dollar we have received for your program.
Year Founded: 1993