Archive for the 'Food and Travel' Category
Monday, November 3rd, 2008
Students of Languages Abroad can choose between five exciting German cities as the site of their immersive language education. All courses combine oral comprehension, writing, reading and speaking with ample opportunity to explore the sights and attractions of the host city. The truly ambitious can enroll in an intensive three-month, three-city program that allows travelers [...]
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Thursday, October 23rd, 2008
Want to make pasta along with learning to speak Italian? Cactus Languages offers a number of courses throughout the country that combine foreign-language instruction with cultural enlightenment. In Verona, music fans will learn the correct pronunciation and intonation of operatic lyrics. Mornings of language classes in Florence are followed by afternoons if Italian cooking classes. [...]
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Wednesday, October 15th, 2008
For students seeking to experience French language and culture firsthand, the Language Exchange offers immersion programs in both Provence and the French-speaking island of Martinique. Caribbean-bound students can look forward to poolside classes, delicious French cuisine and exciting nightlife. Choose the south of France locale to combine language instruction with trips to local wineries, olive [...]
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Wednesday, October 8th, 2008
Don Quijote operates schools in numerous cities throughout Spain, plus others in 10 Latin American countries. The program’s intensive courses range from one week to a full academic year and features small class sizes and immersive environments. Lessons including reading and analysis of newspaper articles, Spanish telephone conversations and watching Spanish-language films. Classroom time [...]
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Sunday, October 5th, 2008
Channel your inner Scorsese by attending a weeklong filmmaking workshop at Maine Media Workshops in Rockport. Students can take classes in directing, editing and documentary filmmaking, all of which are taught by experienced filmmakers. Meals are offered in a group setting, providing plenty or opportunity for informal discussions with peers and faculty. The workshop’s wrap [...]
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Friday, August 29th, 2008
Finally, a camp for adults! The campers at Wine Camp work side by side with vintners and winery owners, spending three nights and four days learning the ins and outs of wine and winemaking. Guests enjoy premium food and lodging in Long Island‘s wine country. Lessons include wine blending, food and wine pairing, and wine [...]
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Monday, July 21st, 2008
Main Beach, East Hampton, NY Location: 105 miles east of NYC The Hamptons are known for A-list parties and well-heeled residents, but you don’t have to be famous to access the same waters that Diddy and Martha swim in. The brisk Atlantic surf and rolling dunes are the perfect backdrop for stargazing. Tip: Hit Montauk’s [...]
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