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 ECUADOR
Learn Spanish in the Center of the World!
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Learn Spanish surrounded by major volcanoes, rain
forests and the Andean mountains!
The country of Ecuador belongs to the smallest ones
in South America. It borders with Peru in the southeast,
with Colombia in the northeast and has a wide variety of beautiful beaches
due to its perfect location on the Pacific Ocean. The Ocean borders the
country on the entire west side. You will be absolutely amazed by the
unique natural beauty of Ecuador as well as by numerous tourist attractions:
the tropical Amazon Basin in the east and the Andes which cross the whole
country and invite you to do activities like hiking or trekking. The Pacific
coast is a perfect place for diving or just for relaxing on the beach
and enjoying the sun hours. The famous Galapagos Islands, a very special
spot on earth, located about 1.000 km away from the main land, are home
to a unique flora and fauna (e.g. giant tortoises) and do also belong
to Ecuador.
Due to its fertile agricultural areas and its rich
oil potential, Ecuador is one of the most economically stable countries
in South America. Nevertheless, the country is one of poorest on the South
American continent. However, people are very open-minded and hospitable.
You will be surprised by their friendliness and their efforts to help
you. You will feel comfortable easily and will enjoy being a temporary
member of the Ecuadorian society.
· Frequently Asked Questions about Ecuador
QUITO
The Ecuadorian capital is Quito and counts approximately
two million inhabitants. The city is located about
2.800 m above sea level in the province of Pichincha in the northern part of the country and represents the variety of Ecuador – from beautiful
mountains, volcano landscapes, colorful parks and antique monuments like
colonial churches and ancient palaces up to a modern city with fantastic
cultural offers. Quito has a little bit of everything! A very famous place
among the inhabitants of Quito, and especially for its visitors too, is
the Plaza Grande de Quito that commemorates the past heroes fighting for the independence of the country. Quito is also very well known for its
infinite choice of restaurants that serve delicious Ecuadorian food. A
typical dish of this South American country is grilled meat with rice
and red beans.
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SPANISH LANGUAGE SCHOOL
Our partner school in Quito has more than 15 years
of teaching experience and brings students from all over the world together – it
really deserves its excellent reputation. Located in the sector Las Casas right between the ancient city and the modern cosmopolitan part of the
city and also very close to bank offices, major hotels and other important
installations, it is very well and centrally located to get to other points of the city.
Professionalism, friendliness and patience are major
characteristics of the language school’s staff and we invite you
to spend a wonderful time on the campus in Quito!
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SPANISH LANGUAGE COURSES
One of our goals is that you reach the Spanish skills
that you would like to achieve. You will have the choice between a group
course (20 lessons per week) and individual courses (20 or 30 lessons
per week). The group classes will give you the perfect chance to make
new friends immediately after starting the course whereas the individual
classes will allow you to study the Spanish language with your personal
instructor. Group courses, with a maximum four students per class, start
on Mondays; individual courses can be started any day during the week.
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LEISURE ACTIVITIES
Apart from the Spanish classes, the language school
also offers a wide variety of extra activities. You
are more than welcome to participate in Latin salsa
dance classes or Ecuadorian cooking lessons. Cultural
afternoon excursions to museums or night trips to
bars and concerts will show you more of the beautiful, vivid and colorful
Ecuadorian culture and bring you together with other students! Since
Quito is only one part of this amazing country, you
will also have the chance to go on weekend trips to the small city Baños,
located on the mountainside of the beautiful volcano Tungurahua,
or to the famous natural hot spring Papallacta. The language school
cooperates with local travel agencies and will be
very happy to help you organize your personal trip
across the country.
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ACCOMMODATION
The accommodation takes place in carefully chosen
Ecuadorian host families. All of them live either in the historical center
or the modern part of the city – the language school is located
in-between. Breakfast and dinner are included in the price. Living with
an Ecuadorian host family gives you the excellent opportunity to practice
your newly acquired Spanish skills and to get to know typical traditions,
lifestyles and the Ecuadorian culture.
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OTHER SERVICES
To welcome you in Ecuador upon your arrival, you
will be picked up at the international airport in
Quito by a member of the school. You will be taken directly to your host
family without any extra charge. Please inform us about your detailed
flight information (arrival date, arrival time and flight number) to arrange
the pick-up on time. The language school is equipped with computers, and
Internet is at your disposal during breaks or after classes.
Since you will be spending a lot of time in the Spanish
school we would also like to offer you the possibility of having lunch
at school (small extra charge).
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PRICES
| Options |
Prices |
| Group Course + Accommodation |
US$ 185 / week |
| Individual Course 20 + Accommodation |
US$ 235 / week |
| Individual Course 30 + Accommodation |
US$ 300 / week |
Prices are subject to change.
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COMMENTS
· The Group Course includes 20 lessons (each of 60 minutes)
per
week.
· The Individual Course includes 20 or 30 private
lessons (each of 60
minutes) per week.
· The Group Course consists of a maximum
of four students per class.
· Group Courses start any Monday; Individual
Courses can be started
any day during the week.
· The teaching material has an extra cost of US$ 20.
· The accommodation takes place in single rooms at host families and
includes half board.
· The airport pick-up at your arrival in Quito is included in the price.
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