Quebec: French Language and Francophone Culture

  Canada

• Quebec: 
Montreal,  Quebec City

Duration of Program: 2-4 weeks
Dates: July 25 - August 15, 2008

Description: The most French city in North America, Quebec is a must-see for any Francophile. This beautiful city is located along the banks of the Saint Lawrence River and is the capital of the Canadian province of Quebec. Vieux Quebec (Old Quebec), the only fortified city on the continent north of Mexico whose walls are still intact, was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1985.

Whether enjoying fine dining along the rue St. Jean, shopping at the Marche Vieux Port or strolling along the ramparts, students will be immersed in one of the most fascinating francophone cultures in the world.

The academic component of the Quebec program includes two primary subjects: French language and Francophone culture in North America.

Highlights: Weekend Excursions
The students will spend their weekends exploring the region in all its splendor. Destinations will include Cap Tourmente, Ile d'Orleans, and Levis just to name a few.

Montreal
During the final week of the program, the group will travel together to Montreal for three days. The group will stay in a 3-star hotel located within walking distance of many beautiful sites and monuments. The itinerary may include visits to the Musee de Beaux Arts de Montreal and the Musee D'Archeologie. Students will also enjoy Vieux Montreal and the Quartier Latin.

Cost in US$: Please inquire for more information

This Program is open to World Wide Participants.

Participants Travel to Canada Independently Or in Groups

Application Process Involves:

• Transcript
• Written Application

Abbey Road Overseas Programs's Mission Statement: Abbey Road offers summer cultural and language immersion programs in Spain, France and Italy: * We emphasize real cultural and language immersion * We combine serious learning and great fun * We balance structured time and free time * We hire the best staff -- experienced, caring and fun