Study Abroad Programs Blog

Learn Arabic in Tetouan, Morocco - Video

Learning Arabic in Tetouan, Morocco is a fantastic option for the Arabic student seeking a comfortable or luxurious setting. Tetouan is a coastal Moroccan city and abundant with resorts, fine dining and the like. A mere one hour ferry ride from the coast of Spain, visitors can enjoy the old town, reminiscent of Moorish, Jewish and Spanish influence, or take a walk on el Paseo, a popular street with lots to do. See the video after the jump to learn about AmeriSpan's Tetouan partner school.

Learn Spanish in Santiago, Chile - Video

Considering learning Spanish in Santiago? This video will give you a great look into what it's like. Santiago is modern, incredible city with unparalleled mountain views, a bustling metropolitan area, and plenty of opportunity to enjoy nature, beach excursions and the arts. Check out the video below!

High School Study Abroad Radio Interview, Part 2 - Video

High school study abroad programs. Last week, we posted Teenager program interview part 1 of  Growing Great Relationships creators' interview with AmeriSpan's Co-founder and Vice President about the impact of language immersion on foreign language learning, primarily among teens. Take a look at Part Two of the radio interview after the jump!

 

 

 

College Study Abroad: Barcelona's Calcotada Festival - Video

Barcelona BIC is just one of several incredible College Study Abroad programs offered to college students by AmeriSpan. While studying in Barcelona, students can explore the beach, nightlife, and incredible different cultures abundant throughout the city. Check out the video below to see footage of the annual Calcotada onion festival!

Radio Interview about Teenager Programs, Part 1 - Video

Interested in Teenager programs? Recently, AmeriSpan Study Abroad Vice President Beth Lieberman and Co-Founder John Slocum were interviewed by Dr. Richard and Jane Horowitz, owners of Growing Great Relationships, an online "family-centered parent community."

 

Check out the interview and Teen Program slide show below the jump!

Junior Immersion Heredia: Talent Show – Video

AmeriSpan's Teenager programs abroad span the world and offer many differing amenities and activities. Our program in Heredia is especially well-liked and popular among teens, as noted in guest teen blogger Johanna G.'s blogs. Check out the video below to see a talent show put on for the school by some of her Spanish classmates!

Junior Immersion Heredia Interview, Part 2 – Video

Every year, more people discover AmeriSpan's many Teenager programs abroad, which offer many options for the teenage language student. A few weeks ago, we posted guest blogger Johanna G.'s first entry, Teenager Junior Immersion Heredia Interview, Part 1 – Video. Check out the second installment of her student interviews below!

Teenager Summer Camp in Valencia, Spain - Video

Where better to send your teen to study Spanish than AmeriSpan's Valencia Summer Camp? In Valencia, teens can enjoy fun in the sun, cultural explorations, and more between classes. Our program in Spain's third largest city is a crowd pleaser, complete with internet cafe, sports facilities, air conditioning, meals, and more! Watch our video to get a better idea of this experience:

Teenager Junior Immersion Heredia Interview, Part 1 – Video

Guest blogger, Johanna G. had a great time on her Heredia Junior Immersion program! She did an excellent job asking questions of her classmates about their experiences at school, favorite Costa Rican foods and more! Check out the video below to see Part 1 of her interviews!

HuffPo's 'Costa Rica and the Quest for Pura Vida'

A few weeks ago, the Huffington Post published an article entitled "Costa Rica and the Quest for Pura Vida", which entails author Richard Bangs' accounts of his many journeys throughout the country and the beauty and wonderment that always brings him back. The quest for "Pura Vida" also tends to be a common theme in the participant feedback from AmeriSpan participants who learn Spanish in Costa Rica.

The nature and peace found in Costa Rica rivals that of its neighboring countries because its government has ensured that much of its land remain preserved and well nourished. Remarks Bangs, "How did Costa Ricans fend off the miners, loggers, farmers, burners, developers and others who have felled and flattened rainforests around the world? How did they trick time?"

Meet the School: Playa del Carmen's Academic Coordinator

Meet Alfonso Nájera Sánchez, Academic Coordinator and a Spanish Instructor at AmeriSpan's Playa del Carmen Spanish school

What is your background?
41 year old, Degree in Spanish, Resident of Playa del Carmen since 1999

Which languages have you studied?
English