Summer Study and Homestay in Spain

  Spain

• All Other Areas: 
San Sebastian

Durations of Program: 2-4 weeks, 5-8 weeks and 9-12 weeks
Dates: May 31 - August 29, 2009 - Choose your dates!

Description: Bienvenidos a San Sebastián, the cultural capital of the Basque country! Experience the energy of Spain in a city that offers everything - marvelous scenery, beaches, mountains, folklore and more. Attend morning Spanish classes with up to twelve teens from around the world.

Spend Monday, Wednesday, and Friday afternoons, and Saturdays exploring nearby villages, boating around the bay or learning to salsa! You will have Sundays and two weekday afternoons free to explore the city and get to know your welcoming Spanish host family.

Surf Course Option:
Add surfing classes during your free Tuesday and Thursday afternoons at an additional $70/week. You can also choose to do a 5 day/week surfing course instead of afternoon weekday activities for an additional $75/week. Contact us to inquire about other possible sport course options.

Highlights:
* Full day excursion to the French part of the Basque country
* Kayaking lessons and trips
* Watching an international soccer match
* Watersports in the Urdaibai national park
* Visits to historical sites and museums.

Cost in US$: $2,330 for 2 weeks; Additional weeks: $880

Prices do not include airfare.

Participants Travel to Spain Independently

Application Process Involves:

• In-Person Interview when Feasible
• Letters of Reference
• Phone Interview
• Written Application

Post Services Include:

• Re-Entry Debriefing at Home

Andeo-International Homestays's Mission Statement: Andeo-International Homestays is a non-profit organization specializing in short-term homestay programs since 1981. We design programs for students, teachers and families who are excited about developing friendships that span the globe. We work with carefully selected foreign organizations that are experienced and respected in the areas of homestays and exchange programs. Together, we coordinate all of the elements essential to a successful homestay: careful selection and matching, preparation, support and follow-up. We offer summer immersion homestay programs for high school students in Spain, France, Mexico, and Germany. We also offer programs that combine a homestay with classes, volunteer opportunities and activities in Costa Rica, Ecuador, Spain, France, Germany and Japan. No matter which program you choose, you are sure to discover a world of new friends and adventures!

Year Founded: 1981