VALENCIAValencia is the third largest city in Spain. It has a lot of growing suburbs, and modern buildings are being built. Located very close to the Mediterranean, this coastal area is one of the most beautiful because of the calm seas and white sand beaches. Valencia is famous for its oranges and other fruit and for "Las Fallas," a carnival-like feast held during March when all kinds of funny monumental sculptures are exhibited throughout the city; one day, amid fireworks and firecrackers, they are all burned, offering an incredible spectacle.
Spanish Courses at Centro Internacional de Lengua y Cultura Espaņola (CILCE)CILCE was established in 1969 with the purpose of teaching Spanish language and culture to foreigners. It is accredited by the Ministry of Education. Many European groups come for specialized Spanish classes, such as Spanish for medicine, journalism, tourism, law and other fields. The facilities are located in a stately old building in the old part of Valencia, in the center of town. It has 10 classrooms and a media room. It is close to several museums and public transportation. There is a cafeteria next to the building where students go for lunch and coffee breaks. The atmosphere is relaxed and informal. There is also a library and a kitchen where cooking lessons take place.
Spanish Language Courses 2008: (All programs: Please add USD 100.00 Lingua Service Worldwide Application fee. See Application Procedures.) All prices below include the cost of course materials. Group 12 (average 8) - 20 lessons per week. 2 wks: USD 655, 3 wks: USD 950, 4 wks: USD 1,213, 8 wks: USD 2,299. Long Term Courses: 13 wks: USD 2,760, 26 wks: USD 5,458.
One -to-One: Private Instruction (prices per week): 20 hours: USD 1,341, 25 hours: USD 1,660, 30 hours: USD 1,980. Starting Dates 2008: Intermediate and advanced students start any Monday. Complete beginners may start only on the following dates:
Holidays 2008: No classes are held on: 22 January, 18,19, 21, 24 and 31 March, 1 May, 15 August, 9 and 12 October, 8 December. Accommodations 2008: CILCE offers accommodation with selected host families, apartment shares (own room, sharing the rest of the facilities), or studio apartments.
** Host Family accommodation with Full Board includes laundry once a week. Students requesting half-board only can make arrangements for laundry services directly with the families but it will involve a small extra charge payable directly to the family. Airport Transfer: from Valencia airport, available upon request and at additional cost: USD 112. Activities: Visits to museums, restaurants, fiestas and "tascas", lectures, movies and videos. One or two activities per week are included in the program. These activities immerse you in Spanish culture. Making a "paellada" is one of the most cherished activities at the school. Besides cooking this wonderful dish of rice and seafood, students participate by going to the local markets to purchase the ingredients and make the whole event an interesting and learning experience. Famous fiestas: Las Fallas in March, Moorish and Christian festivals in July, and more... There are interesting places to visit on school excursions or with friends: the Roman Theater of Sagunto, the Castle of Peņiscola and the Albufera Lake. Barcelona is about 2 hours away by train from Valencia. Alicante, Benidorm, Altea and Cuenca can be visited on a day excursion. IMPORTANT NOTE: Prices are subject to change due to fluctuating foreign currency rates. |
