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Spanish Immersion

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An Unforgettable Spanish Immersion Program

Unlock Your Spanish Potential: Transform Your Language Skills in Just One Week with Our Immersive Retreats in Mexico

A life-changing spanish immersion experience.

Experience the ultimate Spanish immersion program in the vibrant heart of Mexico, where our top-rated Spanish language school offers an unparalleled immersion experience.

Are you ready for a remarkable journey that will skyrocket your Spanish skills?

Overcome Your Language Barriers

If you’re a traveler who struggles with local interactions, ordering food, asking for directions, or truly understanding the culture, this program is tailor-made for you.

Unlock Your True Spanish Potential

Over seven unforgettable days, you’ll build the confidence and skills you need to thrive as a global traveler. With the guidance of certified language instructors and invaluable interactions with locals, you’ll immerse yourself in an unforgettable adventure.

This extraordinary experience lets you delve deep into one of Latin America’s most captivating cities in a way few ever will. You’ll not only master Spanish but also explore the rich history, savor the cuisine, engage with locals, forge friendships, and boost your confidence.

How it Works

Each day is meticulously planned, with interactive lessons in the morning, followed by hands-on experiences in the afternoons. You’ll practice your Spanish in real-life situations, such as navigating local markets or conversing with artisans. Under our team’s expert guidance, you’ll receive personalized feedback and encouragement to help you grow your language skills and confidence throughout the retreat.

Discover the Ultimate Spanish Immersion Experience

An authentic culinary voyage, unleash your confidence and spanish prowess, testimonials, “my spanish has improved a lot in just a week. it’s really noticeable you won’t regret your decision…”.

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As part of our Spanish in Mexico program, you’ll not only participate in an intensive language course but also explore the city’s diverse attractions, ensuring a dynamic and unforgettable journey towards Spanish fluency. Secure your spot now for one of our upcoming retreats and embark on a life-changing journey!

Immerse yourself in the vibrant culture and language of Mexico with our Spanish Immersion Retreats. Each retreat is specially tailored for different Spanish skill levels, from beginners to advanced learners. You’ll spend an unforgettable week in one of the most incredible cities in Mexico.

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Lock in Your Immersion Experience: Deposit & Payment Plans

To secure your spot in our Spanish Immersion Retreat, we require a $475 deposit , which is fully refundable within 30 days of payment. This deposit forms a part of your total retreat cost. Once we reach the minimum number of participants, we’ll provide a link for you to pay the remaining balance, which varies depending on your chosen accommodations.

If you prefer to spread your retreat cost over a period, we offer a convenient six-month payment plan. After the initial $475 deposit, your remaining balance, determined by your chosen retreat city and accommodation, will be divided into six equal monthly installments.

If you’re attending with a spouse or significant other, simply adjust the quantity to “2” and select the private room option at checkout.

Select your preferred retreat and accommodation option below. The total prices listed beside each option are the remaining balances after deducting the $475 deposit. All prices are stated in USD (United States Dollars).

Please note that the prices listed below include all aspects of the retreat: Spanish language courses, cultural activities, culinary tours, accommodation, and local transportation.

Guanajuato Fall, 2024 Beginner/Intermediate Retreat

Spanish and go.

Immersion :

September 22nd-29th, 2024

Starting at $2,615

$ 374.50 / for 6 mo

(after initial $475 deposit)

Designed for beginner to intermediate Spanish learners. Experience a week of immersive learning in Guanajuato City.

Accommodations:

Note: For couples, select ‘2’ and choose a private room at checkout.

Guanajuato Fall, 2024 Intermediate/Advanced Retreat

December 2nd-9th, 2024

Designed for intermediate to advanced Spanish learners. Experience a week of immersive learning in Guanajuato City.

Oaxaca Winter, 2025 Beginner/Intermediate Retreat

February 16th-23rd, 202 5

Starting at $2,800

$ 406 / for 6 mo

Designed for beginner to intermediate Spanish learners. Experience a week of immersive learning in Oaxaca City.

Accommodation options:

Oaxaca Winter, 2025 Intermediate/Advanced Retreat

February 26th – March 3rd, 20 25

Designed for intermediate to advanced Spanish learners. Experience a week of immersive learning in Oaxaca City.

Mexico City April 29th-May 6th, 2024 Intermediate/Advanced – SOLD OUT

Oaxaca November 8th-15th, 2024 Beginner/Intermediate – SOLD OUT

Don’t Miss Out on This Life-Changing Opportunity

Don’t miss this life-changing opportunity to immerse yourself in Spanish, embrace the rich culture, and make unforgettable memories. Take the leap and transform your Spanish skills today. Don’t miss out on this extraordinary opportunity to dive headfirst into the enchanting world of Mexico’s Spanish language and culture! Are you ready for the experience of a lifetime?

Invest in Your Language Journey

The Spanish and Go Immersion program offers flexible payment options for your convenience:

What’s Included in Your Investment

What’s not included.

• Flights to/from Mexico
• Meals and activities not mentioned in the itinerary
• Travel insurance
• Passport/visa fees
• Optional activities
• Gratuities/tips

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Frequently Asked Questions

Our current retreat dates are listed here . If these dates don’t work for you, please sign up using this form to be notified of future retreat opportunities.

Our Beginner/Intermediate program is for students with limited Spanish skills who may need explanations in English during tours or classes. Our Intermediate/Advanced program is for those comfortable expressing ideas in Spanish and looking to enhance their abilities further.

Unsure which week suits you best? Schedule a 15-minute placement call here , and our team will assess your level and help you choose the right experience.

We carefully select our accommodations with your comfort and needs in mind. All retreat locations are in safe and convenient areas, close to amenities and attractions. We typically rent an entire building with multiple apartments or an entire boutique hotel exclusively for our group, ensuring a secure and private environment. Cleanliness and sanitation are of utmost importance; our spaces meet high standards to guarantee a worry-free stay.

You can opt for either a private room with your own bathroom or a shared room arrangement. Regardless of your choice, all rooms are designed for comfort to make your stay as pleasant as possible. Plus, we offer amenities like high-speed wifi and complimentary breakfast. If you have specific accommodation preferences or needs, feel free to contact us.

Yes, but your guest must also register for the retreat separately, even if they don’t participate in the activities.

Yes, there are daily group lessons, activities, and personalized sessions based on skill level. Classes may be in the morning or afternoon, depending on the day’s activities.

We have 5-6 hours of planned activities, including lessons, tours, and other events. There’s always free time to explore or rest.

Absolutely. We recommend Margarita Madrigal’s book for absolute beginners. Our teaching method focuses on spoken language with practical phrases and expressions, benefiting all levels.

All participants must provide proof of travel insurance. We recommend Safety Wing for coverage, which typically costs under $45 for our retreats.

Prices vary per retreat. Fill out the form for the best price and early bird offers. Payment plans are available.

The $475 USD deposit is non-refundable after 30 days. Remaining payments are refunded based on cancelation timing (60+ days before the program = full refund, 30-59 days before = 50% refund, less than 30 days = no refund). See our complete Refund Policy here for full details.

Your safety is our top priority. We handpick retreat locations based on our familiarity and close ties. Our team is well-acquainted with host cities to ensure a comfortable and safe experience. While no travel is without risk, we strive to minimize any concerns.

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From Mountain Passes to the Costa del Sol

Immerse yourself in the Spanish language and culture as you visit renowned art museums, explore ancient castles, learn to surf on Spain’s northern coast, hike through the Picos de Europa and take in the impressive rock formations, and pair up with a local teenager for a language exchange and day stay. End your student travel program in Spain on the gorgeous beaches of the Costa del Sol after outdoor adventures in the Alpujarras region.

This itinerary represents our best projection of the group’s schedule. However, we may implement changes designed to improve the quality of the program.

Meet your fellow high school student travelers and one or more of your leaders in New York, and fly together to Madrid, Spain. To learn more about how we organize travel, click here.

Begin the program with five days in a small Asturian fishing village on Spain’s gorgeous northern coast. Immerse yourself in the Spanish language and culture, and get to know your fellow travelers as you participate in daily language lessons. Visit local fiestas and markets, and play soccer on the beach with new Spanish friends. Enjoy a surfing lesson in the blue waters of the Cantabrian Sea. Visit Covadonga, a major Asturian pilgrimage site. It was here that the Virgin Mary appeared to Don Pelayo in a cave and inspired his troops to defeat Moorish soldiers at the Battle of Covadonga in 722. Learn about Christian troops’ first victory during the Muslim occupation of Spain and the 700-year Reconquista that followed.

Travel south to a mountain inn located at the base of the snowcapped Picos de Europa. Ride a teleférico , or gondola , into the mountains. Hike on spectacular trails past cows, sheep, horses, and goats. Meet local farmers who spend the summer months in the mountains with their herds, and taste Asturian cheeses. Go canyoning in a mountain river, rappelling down waterfalls and jumping into natural pools.

Explore Madrid’s lively streets, sample local delicacies at a tapas market, and take in an outdoor film or a flamenco show. Visit world-renowned museums including the Prado and Reina Sofía, and learn about the life and works of Spain’s most celebrated painters, such as Velázquez, Goya, Picasso, and Dalí. Interview local madrileños in the city’s famous Retiro Park, and enjoy a picnic or a rowboat ride. Walk through the dressing rooms, tunnel, and coaching area of Real Madrid’s stadium, Santiago Bernabéu. View tapestries, thrones, and armor at the Royal Palace and learn about the history of the Spanish monarchy. Take a day trip to Segovia to see its Roman aqueduct or to Toledo to visit the Alcázar and ancient synagogue.

Experience Spanish life as it is really lived alongside your Spanish host sibling. Participate in activities together with Spanish teenagers during the day and get to know them over shared meals. At night, reconvene with your Putney group and stay together at a local hotel. Daily activities may include kayaking, a rousing game of soccer, a concert or film, a visit to a local museum, and an afternoon at the town pool. Spend two full days in the home of your host family and practice Spanish as you join in their daily activities, meet the family, and form lasting friendships.

Head south to the Andalusian city of Granada. In 1492, Granada was the last Moorish city to surrender to Los Reyes Católicos, thereby ending the Christian reconquest of Spain. Observe many Moorish influences here, from Arabic teahouses to Islamic architecture. Visit the Alhambra Palace and view its stunning gardens, mosaics, and fountains. Soak in a traditional Arabic bath while sipping mint tea, take a flamenco lesson in a traditional cueva , and learn about olive oil production at a nearby olive grove. During language lessons, learn about Spanish words that come from Arabic and study the work of the famous Andalusian poet, Federico García Lorca.

Travel to a whitewashed village in the mountainous Alpujarras region for several days of outdoor adventure. Hike to the summit of Mulhacén, the highest peak on the Iberian Peninsula, and enjoy the crisp mountain air and stunning natural beauty. Take a day trip to Trevélez, where the region’s dry mountain air is used to cure serrano ham in jamón factories, or Lanjarón, famous for its natural springs and bottled water company.

Continue south to a small town on the Costa del Sol, Spain’s Mediterranean coast. Kayak to a deserted beach and spend the morning snorkeling. Invite local children to join you in a game of frisbee or volleyball, and enjoy a sunny picnic. Take a day trip to the charming town of Frigiliana, and walk past whitewashed homes decorated with painted ceramic pots and bright red geraniums. Descend into Nerja’s three mile cave network Las Cuevas de Nerja , and observe enormous stalactites and stalagmites. On your final evening, recount your adventures with new friends, and enjoy a special celebratory meal as a group.

Fly from Málaga to New York with your group and a leader, then continue on to your final destination. Note: The groups returning on July 30 and August 6 fly from Bilbao to New York. To learn more about how we organize travel, click here.

Meet some of our featured leaders. Please note that these may not be your leaders for the program. 

Spain’s diverse natural beauty, rich history, and worldly culture make it an amazing place to travel. Experience the country’s many contrasts, from the green rocky cliffs that overlook the Cantabrian Sea to the sandy beaches of the Mediterranean, from the bustling El Rastro market in Madrid to the quiet whitewashed streets of Andalucía. Compare Roman aqueducts and Moorish palaces, Renaissance paintings and Cubist masterpieces, and bullfighting rings and Real Madrid’s stadium.

Castellano , or Castilian Spanish, is the official language of Spain, although other languages are spoken in different regions, including Catalan in Cataluña, Galician in Galicia, and Euskara in the Basque Country.

Daytime temperatures during Spain’s summer months range from 80–95ºF/27–35ºC, although it is cooler on the northern coast and in the mountains, where temperatures hover around 70ºF/21ºC in the afternoon, and can be even cooler at night.

Each region of Spain is famous for its own regional specialty, a product of each region’s climate, history, and customs. While northern Spanish cuisine is a hearty reflection of the farming industry and proximity to the Atlantic coast, with specialties like queso manchego and tortilla de patata , southern Spanish cuisine showcases Mediterranean influences with dishes like paella .

What to Expect

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The goals of this language program abroad are to improve your Spanish proficiency and build your confidence in your conversational skills. Learn new vocabulary and expressions through cultural activities, outdoor adventures, and interactions with locals. Each day, leaders hold dynamic conversational language lessons designed to help you let go of your inhibitions and communicate more easily. Language lessons are fun, interactive, and incorporate hands-on elements such as scavenger hunts, vocabulary games, and informal interviews with local people.

Two years of language study are required for this program. Students on this travel program are required to speak Spanish during the program and must sign a pledge to do so, not only with the many local people you meet, but also with the leaders and within the group. To learn more about our Language programs click here.

Pursue an independent project and explore an aspect of local culture of particular interest to you—build a phrasebook of colloquial expressions, create a cookbook of family recipes that you learn from your day stay family, or learn the lyrics of the summer’s most popular Spanish songs.

This is a physically active summer program. You can expect to hike, swim, and surf. You will also do a lot of walking in Spanish towns and cities. You do not need to be at peak fitness to participate, but it is important that you have a desire to be physically active, and that you are excited about trying all activities.

Accommodations in Spain are varied, ranging from mountain chalets to cosmopolitan hotels. Many of our residences are run by welcoming Spanish families that Putney has known for years. Rooms are a mix of doubles, triples, and quads. Leaders reside together with the students throughout the program.

We begin each day with a traditional Spanish breakfast at our residence. For lunches and dinners, we find small restaurants or go to local markets to purchase food for a picnic. Lunches tend to be the biggest meal of the day in Spain, followed by a siesta. Restaurants range from traditional regional cuisine to a more international selection in Madrid.

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Duration 33 days

Tuition $10,490 + airfare

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9 Best Spanish Immersion Programs Around the World in 2024

How are you learning Spanish?

Are you practicing the basics like mastering grammar , building vocabulary and improving your listening skills ?

These are all amazing ways to learn Spanish, but eventually, you’ll have to let go of the wall.

Participating in a Spanish immersion program is the perfect way to throw yourself into the deep end.

In this post, I’ll give you the lowdown on the nine best Spanish immersion programs you can attend around the world.

Plus, get your most pressing questions about Spanish immersion answered and find out how to make the most of your immersive experience. 

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Spanish immersion programs will give you the support you need to stay afloat and improve so much, you’ll never need to rely on metaphorical floaties again.

With programs available all over the world and for every level of Spanish learner , you can find the right program for you. The hardest part is narrowing down the options, so we’ve done that for you.

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Location:  Buenos Aires, Argentina

Length: From 2 to 20 weeks

Price: Starting at $990 

The class sizes at Mente Argentina are only eight students per instructor, which will allow for maximum one-on-one attention. 

There are cultural excursions in addition to classroom time. The program fee includes many perks, providing you with a free local cell phone, tango lessons, a gym membership, safe accommodations and more.

Classes start every Monday throughout the year. The program will allow you to dive in with little or no Spanish experience if you want to give it a try or skip straight to a more advanced class if you’re more experienced.

Location:  Valencia, Spain

Length: From 1 week 

Price: Starting at $153 per week for intensive courses, $30 per day for homestay accommodation 

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This school offers a variety of customizable options including gap years, study abroad (for high school or college), internships and even some opportunities specifically for soccer lovers! 

Most of the courses allow for some time inside the classroom and plenty of free time to explore the city.

As the third largest city in Spain, Valencia is large enough that there are always things to do but also small enough to feel comfortable getting around.

It’s easy to get to other cities in Spain from Valencia. And the people there are extremely nice and helpful! 

Location:  Madrid, Spain

Length: From 1 week

Price: Starting at $110 for classes, from $492 for homestay accommodation per week

At ih (International House) Madrid, courses range from intensive to even more intensive so you can improve your Spanish quickly.

The course length is extremely flexible, and most programs allow you to choose a number of weeks to suit you.

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No matter which option you choose, you’ll get to enjoy your time in the beautiful city of Madrid with planned cultural experiences and during your free time. The city has so much to offer in terms of art, culture, dining and much more.

You can choose from either a homestay or a student room for the duration of your program.

Location:  Heredia, Costa Rica

Length: 1 to 24 weeks

Price: Starting at $285 for classes, $195 for homestay accommodation per week

Tico Lingo offers a variety of intensive immersion experiences.

With the most basic option, you’ll be in the classroom for 20 hours a week and receive a homestay with a local family.

You can upgrade your experience to include afternoon yoga sessions and dance lessons . Or you can use your free time to explore the town of Heredia.

In addition to all this, you’ll receive a local conversation partner who will help to show you around the area. The easy environment of one-on-one practice will really help to accelerate your learning.

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Location:  San Juan La Laguna, Guatemala

Length: 1 to 6 weeks

Price: Starting at $315 

This school is located next to the beautiful Lake Atitlán in Guatemala. The town has a friendly vibe and is not very touristy, so you can spend your free time interacting with locals. And it’s full of art and handmade crafts!  

The all-inclusive program comes with accommodations with a local family, cultural experiences, tours and activities like camping, great food (vegan and vegetarian options), and more. 

The school offers private lessons which are conducted outside in a pleasant, relaxing environment. You can even request that the instructor cover specific topics.

Reach out to the school for more options about personalizing your immersion experience.

Location:  Ecuador, Peru and Bolivia

Length: 1 to 12 weeks

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Price: Starting at $175 per week

This immersion program focuses on the dialect of the region you are in, so choose the country you’re most interested in.

You’ll be placed into a suitable class for you through a precise testing procedure, ensuring that you’ll be learning at the right level.

In addition to Spanish courses, you can take part in an internship or volunteer experience during your immersion program.

You can also choose a more involved course package that will take you on excursions around the country , showing you everything from beautiful scenery to cultural and historical spots.

You can choose to live in either a homestay with a family or student housing.

Location:  Central and South America

Price: Starting at $895 per week

If you don’t want to spend any time in a classroom, this option is for you.

A Broader View is a nonprofit that will pair you with a volunteer project in a Spanish-speaking country.

For a fee that includes lodging with a local family, you’ll have the chance to work in the country of your choice.

You can choose from a variety of different places to volunteer such as in a medical clinic, in a museum, on a youth-oriented project and so much more.

This is an immersive experience that allows you to give back to the community while learning Spanish .

Location: Peru, Costa Rica, Cuba, Colombia, Chile, Argentina and various cities in Spain

Length: 1 month to an entire semester

Price: Starting at $5,250, plus additional costs

ISA offers exchange programs around the world for college students. With nine locations in Latin America and eight in Spain, you’re sure to find the place for you. 

Courses typically last an entire semester but there are also shorter language immersion options available through WorldStrides for those who can’t commit to a few months.

The program I participated in was an amazing immersion experience. The program leaders provide a very supportive environment, where you feel safe and can focus on learning.

The programs include classroom learning plus planned excursions and plenty of free time to explore on your own.

Location:  Santiago, Chile

Length: 3 months to a full academic year

Price: Starting at $6,212

This option is for anyone who wants to specialize in a certain educational field and do it all in Spanish. Courses include topics like health studies, politics and social justice.

Throughout your stay in Santiago, you’ll be living with a host family and attending college-level courses (at least 15 credit hours). Most of these programs require you to have taken four years of college-level Spanish studies.

You can also take part in internships and service learning outside of the classroom. On the weekends you can participate in some cultural activities and explore the great city around you.

• Learn the basics first. Use some of the  best ways to learn Spanish from home to get a good base in the language before you go abroad. Familiarize yourself with the pronunciation, basic grammar and introductory vocabulary. You’ll have an infinitely easier time in your chosen immersion program if you’ve conquered the initial linguistic hurdles.
• Optimize your free time. Use your free time to attend concerts, plays and anything else that may contribute to your understanding of local culture and language. The more you get yourself out there, the more likely you are to interact with people and improve your Spanish conversational skills.
• Consume Spanish media.  While it may be tempting to relax by watching an English series during your downtime, take advantage of all the authentic Spanish media around you. Read the local newspaper and make a list of new vocabulary. Watch the local news on TV or listen to the radio . Enjoy a telenovela or a Spanish sitcom and improve your listening skills.
• Don’t get overwhelmed. The first time you’re truly surrounded by Spanish, you might feel overwhelmed. The key is to stay relaxed and not   beat yourself up when you make mistakes. Keep practicing at every possible opportunity, and you’ll soon see noticeable improvements. 
• Don’t speak English with your classmates. It can be fun to hang out with your classmates and a relief to speak English with them outside the classroom. But doing this all of the time will rob you of opportunities to improve your Spanish. Try to only speak in Spanish with them, and, even better, use your free time to socialize with the locals. 

When you visit a Spanish-speaking country for your immersion program, you will have no choice but to use your Spanish skills constantly. Instead of working through grammar exercises and vocabulary-building activities, you will have to just speak the language.

Spanish will surround you 24/7. Simple things like getting something from the grocery store or finding your way home will require you to use your Spanish skills.

The value of learning from native speakers cannot be understated. You will not only improve your conversation skills, but you will learn how words and phrases are actually used. That information can be hard to glean from a textbook.

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Spanish skill improvement is just one of the many benefits of using an immersion program. In addition to all the language-learning benefits, you will also be learning about the culture and the people through hands-on interaction.

It will help you to better understand an entire country in a meaningful way by making connections with its people.

Yes, immersion is the best way to learn Spanish because you’re learning and practicing constantly and using the language naturally. And if you’re experiencing immersion in a Spanish country, you’ll be hearing native speakers and their pronunciation every day!

It’s hard to say exactly how long it will take to learn Spanish because everyone learns differently and at different paces.  But if you’re living in a Spanish-speaking country and taking immersive Spanish classes, you can expect to speak basic Spanish in around three months.

You may feel frustrated if you can’t communicate as well as you’d like to at the beginning of your immersion experience. But if you stick with it and take advantage of all the opportunities to practice, you’ll quickly gain confidence speaking Spanish.

So many excellent programs! Which one you choose really boils down to your goals. Decide what you want to get out of a program and then start looking for that experience.

You should really give this a try if you have the opportunity. It will change your Spanish—and maybe even your life—for the better!

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Six days of the most intensive Spanish in the world with stellar teachers, Michelin-starred restaurants, and gorgeous lodgings across Mexico, Latin America, and Spain. Mexico City, Oaxaca, Puebla, Chiapas, Barcelona, Bogota, Medellin, Madrid, San Miguel de Allende, Merida, Antigua and Costa Rica. One-on-One Online Immersions in the comfort of your own home are also available.

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“Absolutely the best way to learn Spanish. Puebla is a gorgeous city and Fluenz makes sure you get to experience so much. Whether you’re interested in the food, culture, or history, Puebla has it all! Fluenz will bring the experience to life with private tours and exclusive experiences while building your Spanish skills”

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“Spanish lessons from some of the most understanding and effective teachers I've ever had the pleasure to learn from. The reason I keep coming back to Fluenz is that they not only take care of every logistical detail of a wonderful trip, they also actively manage my Spanish journey . . . Is it a typical vacation? Or a typical language school? No, it's the best possible combination of both, and I love it. Chiapas in particular has had the most impact on me so far . . . Fluenz hasn't only significantly improved my Spanish, they've also given me experiences that I otherwise never would have had. For that I am grateful, and highly recommend them.”

Written February 17, 2024

“Amazing Spanish immersion program in Merida”

“Amazing Spanish immersion program. Fluenz has an incredible group of young, smart Spanish instructors and the colonial town of Merida is a great place to study as it was at one time one of the wealthiest cities in Latin America making it architecturally and culturally different from others. Fluenz's super cool, boutique hotel is right by Paseo de Montejo, a spectacular tree-line boulevard with Spanish colonial mansions, many of which have been converted into great restaurants. The added bonus of studying in Merida is you are a short drive away from some of the best Mayan sites in all of Mexico and Central America. With Fluenz we spent a half day at Uxmal, and Chichen Itza, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is also less than two hours away.”

Written December 22, 2023

“Great way to learn Spanish!!!”

“My experience with the Fluenz Puebla immersion was excellent and exceeded my expectations. Based on how much I improved over just a week, I think Fluenz has really perfected the formula for in-depth, in-person learning . . . I experienced a big leap in both my Spanish abilities and my confidence in speaking at the Fluenz immersion in Puebla. While I am very interested in visiting their other immersion locations in the future, if they offer the Puebla experience again I would be very tempted.”

Written December 4, 2023

“Just do it!”

“The Fluenz teachers are the BEST. They are all impressive, accomplished individuals, plus great teachers, fun, patient and kind. The class combined with the food and culture make it a fantastic trip. I take other classes from time to time with other programs and I compare them by saying all the other classes are like going to a community college and Fluenz classes are like going to an Ivy League University. Learning is so hard, so pick the best and have fun doing it.”

Written October 24, 2023

“An unbelievable week of Language and Culture!”

“Joining the Fluenz program, especially the Medellin Immersion, was the best decision I could have made for my Spanish! From the moment you step off the plane, you are greeted with the most hospitable team. From those very first moments, the coaches and program directors made me feel comfortable with my current level of Spanish which set me up with the right mentality heading into the week. The classes were tailored to meet me at my current level, and I saw amazing progress in such a short period of time. I felt this week not only gave me a boost to my current level, but it also helped me understand how to better learn Spanish. The immersion week gave me confidence I needed to continue my Spanish journey!”

Written October 16, 2023

“Fabulous learning experience”

“Fluenz's approach to helping you learn Spanish is unsurpassed, no matter how little or how much Spanish you already know. And Oaxaca is a magical place that overflows with vibrant art and delicious food.”

Written May 9, 2023

“Great Experience!”

“This program is EXCELLENT. I cannot say enough good things about how amazing this program is. The Spanish tutoring is excellent, all instructors are fantastic and have a very easy to follow standardized way of teaching. My Spanish definitely improved leaps and bounds. Additionally the excursions and activities planned really help you soak up all the culture that this amazing city has to offer. This is absolutely worth it. I am definitely a Fluenz customer for life and signed up for their Zoom instruction immediately after returning from this trip, and am planning my next Fluenz Spanish immersion experience for October of this year!”

Written April 25, 2023

“Best Spanish Immersion Ever”

“Oaxaca is just as amazing as all of the professors with Fluenz. The accommodations are fabulous, the Oaxacan food is amazing, and best of all Fluenz provided me with the most comprehensive and wonderful Spanish classes. I plan to return to Oaxaca again for another immersion sometime. The restaurant experiences are so fantastic, it is unbelievable. All of my professors are the most interesting and fun personalities to work with and learn from. I can't say enough about them and Fluenz.”

Written April 18, 2023

“Fluenz exceeded my expectations!”

“Fluenz was fabulous at every turn. I never expected my immersion week to turn into one of my most favorite experiences.”

Written November 16, 2022

For 15 years we've taught Spanish to via our digital interactive program, our Zoom Immersion, and our in-person immersions around Latin America and Spain. Over time we've worked to perfect every minute of every learning session. This is why despite how difficult it is to learn Spanish, we are confident there is a realistic and achievable path to fluency. For those who are serious about their Spanish, there is nothing like the entire Fluenz journey including our digital App, the face-to-face Online Immersion, and the week-long experiences throughout Latin America and Spain. Sonia Gil, Founder, Fluenz

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Try Puerto Rico for Spanish language immersion travel! With 270 miles of breathtaking white, red and black-sand beaches, the only tropical rainforest in the United States, and a unique cuisine that combines Mexican and Caribbean flavors, it’s no wonder Puerto Rico is known as the Island of Enchantment. Our short-term language immersion programs to Puerto Rico offer teachers and student groups the opportunity to explore this beautiful United States Territory. Did you know that while Puerto Rico is a United States territory, they compete individually in both the Olympics and Miss Universe Pageant? Students become temporary locals, immersing themselves in Puerto Rican daily life while practicing their Spanish through our signature  Family Stay Experience® . There they will learn more about Puerto Rico's unique heritage and culture with their  familia puertorriqueña .

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The partners in Costa Rica are fabulous! Everything was well-organized, and kids were always engaged. Our guide, Jimmy, truly is an educator and ambassador of his country. All of the students and leaders really enjoyed his personality, love of his country and knowledge. The Family Stay Experience was also very wonderful!

Know that your child will grow in so many ways from this experience. The program has just the right amount of structure and freedom for the kids to explore in a safe and enjoyable manner. The family stay, while intimidating at first glance, is a unique and amazing opportunity for the kids to really experience the culture that they are being immersed in.

It was just an absolutely amazing, life-changing, experience.

My advice to future participants traveling on this program is to fully step outside of your comfort zone in order to get the most out of this opportunity. You will never regret speaking more of your target language, trying new dishes native to your country, making new friends, or partaking in amazing activities that you normally wouldn't!

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Spanish faculty-led study abroad:.

We have unique faculty-led short-term (summer or winter) study abroad programs in Mexico and Cuba which may include family home stays, intensive language classes, internships, and excursions.  We also have specialized short-term (10 day) intensive study tours to Roman Arab Spain in Andalucía and the Camino de Santiago. We also have unique programs in Loyola Andalucía and Puerto Rico, as well as semester programs at various institutions in Spain and Latin America .  Credits are variable.  Required knowledge of Spanish varies by program, and often novices in the language can participate.

In addition to Faculty Led Short Term Study Abroad or Study Tours, the department collaborates with the Office of Campus Ministry and encourages our students to participate in Service Immersion trips, in particular with the program on Migration.

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The department also helps sponsor students for a year of service abroad, and for internships abroad.  For information on International Spanish language year of service, please contact the chair of Modern Languages.  Some internships our students have participated in include:

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Puebla, Mexico 

Canisius has partnered with Universidad Iberoamericana to provide a month long experience for students, staff and faculty from Canisius. The four weeks consist of classes at the university, home stays with families within the community, field trips, excursions every weekend, delicious food, rich culture, and of course, Spanish.

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The department also has a program taking students on the arduous Camino de Santiago walk, following the path of pilgrims to the Cathedral of St. James in Santiago de Compostela. Read more here or here .

Canisius has a unique program in Cuba where students live with families, take classes in Spanish language (with a Cuban flair), as well as a course on Cinema of the Revolution, and another on Cuban History, Culture, and Politics. In addition, students gain an intimate knowledge not just of Havana, but also of the provinces. Read more here .

Roman Arab Spain

This 10-day study tour entails an educated sightseeing of major Roman and Arab metropolises, as well as Jewish cultural and religious sites in the Southern region of Andalusia: Mérida, Sevilla-Itálica, Córdoba, and Granada. These historical sites are the archives of the ancient world and are declared UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Tour is offered occasionally during Spring Break.

Occasional Field Trips 

New york city.

Students went to NYC to attend a talk at the Museum of Modern Art by Spanish fim director Pedro Almodóvar, at the end of his US tour promotoing his latest film  Julieta.  This was the culmination of SPA 453: Almodóvar y la Movida, a course dedicated exclusively to the filmography of the renowned Spanish director. The trip also included family home stays with Latina students in the class who are natives of NYC. Sigma Delta Pi, the Spanish Honors Society also included 7 new members on this trip at the Hispanic Society of America. Read more about the trip.

Los Angeles

Students in a class on Latinos in the US went to Los Angeles to tour Gangland, meet reformed gang members and authors, tour a cultural center, and serve in a homeless shelter. Read more here .

Students in a class on plantation narrative took a field trip to Williamsburg, VA, where they toured the historic district and visited a variety of plantations.

La Curiosidad te Cambia

En la misma línea se pronunció Margaret Stefanski, de la Canisius University de Buffalo, Nueva York, quien puso el foco en el cambio “post viaje”

“El cambio es increíble. Muchos de estos chicos salen de su país por primera vez y, a veces, es la primera vez que salen de su propio estado, así que es un choque cultural increíble”, señaló.

“Pero al volver, que los tengo a menudo en mis clases, se puede ver la confianza que ganan, tanto en sí mismos como en sus habilidades lingüísticas. También, y esto creo que es lo más importante, les despierta una curiosidad por el mundo. Muchos, después de experimentar todo lo que han experimentado este mes en Mar del Plata, deciden seguir viajando. De repente, también, son más conscientes de lo que pasa en el mundo, algo muy importante en estos días para los americanos”, concluyó.

En Mar del Plata el programa está a cargo de las profesionales Andrea Menegotto y Adriana Cortés, quienes recibieron una lluvia de halagos por parte de quien fue el fundador del programa. “Nada de esto podría haberse logrado sin ellos”, aseguró Pellicer.  

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Sigma delta pi/scholarships for study abroad .

The Department of Modern Languages, Literature, and Cultures performs an induction of new members of Sigma Delta Pi, chapter Chi Tau every academic year. Eligible undergraduate and graduate students who are active members of Sigma Delta Pi may apply for grants and scholarships for use during summer and the academic year to study abroad in Spain or Spanish America. National Collegiate Hispanic Honor Society (Sigma Delta Pi) honors "those who attain excellence in the study of the Spanish language and in the study of the literature and culture of the Spanish-speaking peoples". Inductees must meet the following requirements: completed three years of study of college-level Spanish (eighteen semester credit hours) or the equivalent thereof, including at least three semester hours of a course in Hispanic literature or Hispanic culture and civilization at the junior (third-year) level; a minimal grade point average of 3.0 on a 4.0 point scale in all Spanish courses taken; rank in the upper 35% of his/her class–sophomore, junior, or senior–and must have completed at least three semesters or five quarters of college work.

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'I was just completely devastated:' University of Lynchburg alumni react to program cuts

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LYNCHBURG, Va. (WSET) — Hours after the University of Lynchburg announced they were cutting 17 programs and dozens of positions, many alumni spoke to ABC13 about the shock and devastation they are feeling.

University President Dr. Alison Morrison-Shetlar announced Thursday afternoon that they would make cuts to the following programs:

The university listed on its Facebook page the programs that are being cut.

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Alumni told ABC13 that the news came as a shock.

"I was there for five years, and I was just completely devasted," Lauren Mosley, who just graduated from the University of Lynchburg in May, said. "No one saw this coming."

"There is a lot of grief, a lot of anger, a lot of confusion, but you know, some fond reminiscing at the same time," Logan Wagner, who graduated from the university in 2019, said.

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Many of them noticed major cuts were happening in programs that are in the arts. Wagner has a theatre degree from the university; which is one of the degrees being cut. He said he's not surprised by it and always felt the arts have been underappreciated.

"I don't think it's surprising to see universities underfund and undervalue the performing arts," Wagner said. "But it's particularly frustrating when that is also the field in which they rely on the most when it comes to events when they try and bring in new students."

Alumni Danielle Lambert graduated from the university, back when it was known as Lynchburg College, back in 2007 with a degree in music education. She said it's disappointing seeing arts underfunded at universities too.

"Unfortunately, it didn't surprise me just having my own position as a public school music teacher cut previously," Lambert said. "It just hurt a little bit more knowing it was happening in higher education as well."

The university has always prided itself on being a liberal arts school according to the alumni. Some feel the university has turned its back on the arts.

"I don't know how you can continue to classify it as a liberal arts college," Wagner said.

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"With the music department, the theatre department, and the Spanish major being cut, it doesn't seem like it's a very liberal arts college anymore," Lambert said.

University President Dr. Morrison-Shetlar said this decision has also been difficult for the administration, but they are working to do this the right way.

"People are hurting and I'm respectful and very compassionate about that, but we are doing this for the right reasons; which is making sure that this institution is around for the next 121 years," Dr. Morrison-Shetlar said. "We want to make sure that those who are on campus are getting a fabulous experience and of course our employees as well."

All of the alumni ABC13 spoke with said they are just trying to process their emotions; while also being there for each other and their professors.

Dr. Morrison-Shetlar said while some arts programs are being cut, the university is utilizing its different community partners to make those experiences better for all students.