Why don Quijote Latin America Program?

don Quijote is the leading specialist in Spanish Language Programs in Europe, providing Spanish immersion programs. Our "formula" consists of three ingredients for your success: (1) intensive language instruction; (2) cultural immersion and, (3) a highly interesting and pleasurable experience. You have the option of picking and choosing between different countries, life-styles and methods of instruction from our various programs.

In Europe don Quijote owns both its language schools in Spain and its Promotional Offices in Spain, the U.K. and the Netherlands thus we can guarantee satisfaction. Our partner schools in Latin America have the same standards of quality as don Quijote and have been carefully screened. don Quijote's support doesn't stop with assisting you in finding the right program. After you enroll in a program, we supply you with comprehensive country fact sheets that will answer all those "need-to-know" questions (i.e. entry requirements, health, climate, etc.) and work to meet all particular requests regarding your course and lodging.

Why Immersion?

Learning another language is more than memorizing vocabulary and grammatical structure, it involves embracing an element which binds people together... a way of life... the culture. You cannot learn these aspects of the language in class or from a book; experience is your only real teacher. By totally immersing yourself, you will speed up your comprehension and usage of Spanish, because you will be living the language. Here are some other reasons to consider total immersion:

• Fewer Distractions & Better Concentration - By leaving some of your responsibilities (job, family, etc.) at home, you can focus more easily on learning the language.
• Recreation & Relaxation - Whether your interests lie in food, art, architecture, history, beaches, outdoor activities or something else, you can find an immersion program that will allow you to pursue those interests while you participate in an immersion program.
• Around-The-Clock Classroom - Learning extends beyond the class hours because you are surrounded by the classroom. You will constantly be reading, speaking and listening to the foreign language whether eating a meal, shopping or asking for directions.
• Increasingly Required By Employers - Many advanced degree programs and employers require foreign language and cultural exposure or international experience.
• Better Value Than Home-Country based public and private institutions - Many immersion programs (especially those in Latin America) cost the same or less than home-based classes even after paying for airfare, lodging and meals... and they are both faster and more enjoyable.