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Nestled in the lush hills of the
coffee-growing region in eastern Mexico, is Xalapa
(Jalalpa)- namesake of the Jalapeņo chili pepper -
the beautiful capital city of the state of Veracruz.
Xalapa, a lively university town and cultural and
educational center, is very popular with Mexican and
international students, artists, and tourists.
Live and learn Spanish with the best of teachers and
facilities. Home-stay and cultural programs let you
immerse yourself in Spanish language and Mexican culture
and have the experience of a lifetime. Arts, crafts,
films, music, theatre, nightlife, museums, scenery,
local cuisine and a short 60-minute ride to the beaches
of Veracruz on the Gulf of Mexico - Xalapa has it
all. The town’s museum of Anthropology is second
only to Mexico City’s in scale and scope, focusing
on the 3 great cultures of the east coast, Olmec,
Totonac and Huastec.
The well preserved colonial center with its steep
winding streets, and the subtropical surroundings
and abundance of parks and gardens, makes Xalapa a
wonderful setting for Spanish study. Moreover, with
fewer English-speaking inhabitants than other Mexican
destinations, Xalapa is the perfect destination for
language acquisition. Studying in Xalapa offers a
rare opportunity to immerse yourself more fully in
the Spanish language and Mexican culture.
Instant E–mail inquiry: |
xalapa@eduvacations.com |
Minimum age: |
13 |
Getting there: |
Fly to Veracruz International
Airport and take a 90 minute bus ride to Xalapa,
or fly to Mexico City and take a bus to Xalapa
(4 hours) or a connecting flight to Xalapa.
Ground transfers can be arranged at the airport
in Veracruz or Xalapa, or the bus station in
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Special offer when booking at eduVacations:
One free cultural or sports activity.
What People are Saying
“The program was terrific, and
it was a great family! I wish I could have stayed longer.”
-Janine, USA
Cultural & Recreational Activities
Organized activities include, Latin dancing,
hiking, camping, white water rafting, Museum of Anthropology,
Xalapa Philharmonic Orchestra, trips to nearby cities
like Veracruz and Puebla, visits to archaeological sites,
tours to see volcanoes, shopping in local markets, cinema,
theatre, music. Gulf coast beaches are just 60 minutes
by bus.
Accommodation
Choices
Private room with host families and 2
meals/day; or hotel.
| Spanish Program |
| In addition to 20 hours/per
week in small group classes, you’ll participate
in workshops in music, dance, cooking, history and
crafts. The workshops offer an opportunity to learn
more about Mexican culture while further developing
your Spanish skills.
Minimum Stay: 2 weeks
Dates (arrive on Sunday): classes start every Monday
Spanish Program |
All prices are in United
States dollars (US$)
and are per person |
2 weeks
US$ 800
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Includes: |
• 2 weeks
of study |
• 20 hours
of classes per week |
• Homestay
in private room with 2 meals a day.
(Hotel accommodation available at extra charge) |
• Course
materials |
Each additional week:
US$ 350 |
| Deposit
= 15% of total package price |
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| Summer Camp (ages 13-18) |
Take 20 hours per week of Spanish
in small group classes. With native Spanish speaking
teachers you’ll develop your conversational,
listening comprehension, reading and writing skills.
You’ll be picked up at the airport in Mexico
City, taken to Xalapa and returned to Mexico City.
Students stay with host families, two per house
so students can travel together. Participate in
daily guided activities in and around Xalapa after
class, and on weekends enjoy all day activities
or weekend trips to the Gulf Coast resorts, and
to the Pyramids in Tajin. The after class program
is conducted in Spanish to help you develop your
skills outside of the classroom in a less structured
environment. You’ll also have an opportunity
for cultural exchange with local students who are
studying English in Xalapa.
Minimum Stay: 2 weeks
Dates: July 3–31, 2004.
Summer Camp (ages 13-18) |
All prices are in Canadian
dollars (Cdn$)
and are per person |
2 weeks: Cdn$ 1450 |
3 weeks: Cdn$ 2160 |
4 Weeks: Cdn$ 2580 |
| Deposit
= 15% of total package price |
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