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Spain: Spanish Language Immersion (14 Days)

Cost
$5,995 – $6,195
Duration
14 Days
Starts
Jul 5, 2024
Apply By
Rolling
Level
High School
Spain: Spanish Language Immersion (14 Days)
40 hours of intensive Spanish language instruction from native speakers
Classes at two international schools in San Sebastián and Barcelona, tailored to proficiency level
Surfing lessons at world-class beaches
Tapas cooking class
Cultural exploration of San Sebastián, Madrid, and Barcelona
Day trip to France

About Spain: Spanish Language Immersion (14 Days) Program

Immerse yourself in Spanish language and culture on this 14-day summer program designed for high school students seeking authentic fluency and global perspective. You'll attend up to 40 hours of intensive Spanish courses taught by native speakers at two different international schools—first in San Sebastián, the Basque Country's serene capital, and then in Barcelona, Spain's vibrant Mediterranean metropolis. Classes are tailored to your proficiency level, whether you're a complete beginner or already conversational, ensuring you progress meaningfully throughout the program.

Your mornings will be spent in the classroom mastering grammar and vocabulary, while afternoons focus on real-world application: you'll practice Spanish with local shopkeepers, order food at authentic restaurants, navigate street markets, and simply absorb the language through daily cultural immersion. This balanced approach means you don't just learn Spanish—you learn how Spanish speakers actually live, think, and communicate.

Beyond the classroom, you'll experience three of Spain's most dynamic regions. In San Sebastián, you'll take surf lessons at world-class beaches, ride a cable car for stunning mountain views, learn to cook traditional tapas, and even cross the border into France for an afternoon in the charming beach town of St. Jean de Luz. Madrid awaits with its royal palaces, world-class museums, iconic plazas, and the legendary Bernabéu Stadium. Barcelona concludes your journey with Gaudí's architectural masterpieces, the Gothic Quarter, FC Barcelona's Camp Nou, and an elegant final dinner on a rooftop terrace.

Travel For Teens provides experienced bilingual staff who accompany you every step of the way, ensuring safety while encouraging independence and cultural exploration. You'll stay in centrally located, family-run accommodations chosen for their personal character rather than chain anonymity—small hotels in the heart of each city's action. The program includes ground transportation, all accommodations, breakfast and dinner, program activities and admissions, and bilingual guides and chaperones, so you can focus entirely on learning and experiencing Spain.

This program is ideal if you want genuine language immersion without sacrificing cultural discovery, if you're looking to build confidence speaking Spanish in authentic contexts, and if you want to travel with peers while being supported by experienced educators. By the end of these 14 days, you'll have made new friends from around the world, gained tangible Spanish fluency, and created memories of Spain that will last a lifetime.

Program Details

Program Type
Language Immersion
Academic Level
High School
Language
Spanish

Application Requirements

  • Current grades 9-12
  • Open to students from around the world
  • Completion of Spanish placement exam before program start

Cost & Funding

Program Cost
$5,995 – $6,195
Scholarships & Aid
Not specified

Housing & Support

Housing
Hotel, Bed and Breakfast
Visa Assistance
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Health Insurance
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Ready to Apply?

Application Deadline
Rolling admissions — apply early
Program Starts
Jul 5, 2024

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Reviews for Travel For Teens: Safe Student Travel Programs & Tours

376 Reviews · 4.87/5
4.87
376 Reviews
4.87/5
Reviews Summary
Travel For Teens receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from participants who consistently praise the quality and impact of their programs. Reviewers highlight the well-organized nature of trips across diverse destinations, from Italy and Greece to Tanzania and Thailand, noting that the experiences create lasting memories long after returning home. Participants consistently commend the attentive staff and trip leaders who successfully balance providing support with allowing freedom to explore, making travelers feel safe and comfortable while building new friendships.

Specific strengths mentioned across reviews include hands-on cultural experiences such as private cooking lessons, community service projects, and visits to iconic landmarks. Participants appreciate the program's ability to combine adventure and exploration with meaningful engagement, whether through local interactions, visiting beautiful natural sites, or contributing to community initiatives. Trip leaders are repeatedly noted for attending to participants' needs and creating an enjoyable atmosphere, which is particularly valued by first-time travelers navigating independent journeys. Overall, reviewers describe their experiences as transformative adventures that deliver both fun and personal growth.
Spain: Spanish Language Immersion (14 Days)

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