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The most European-like city in Latin
America has a unique history and culture, and an active
nightlife. Buenos Aires is an exciting city to explore
and easy to get around. During your North American
winter, enjoy summer in Buenos Aires. Don’t
miss the activity on Sundays at the San Telmo Antique
Market, explore the Caminito, stroll along the riverfront,
go to a polo match or soccer game, and relax with
the locals at the outdoor cafes.
Study Spanish in one of Buenos Aires’ premiere
neighborhoods, Belgrano. The neighborhood features
quiet tree-lined streets close to many restaurants,
bars, and cafes. And it’s convenient to the
centro, less than two blocks from the subway stop.
You may live in the neighborhood or in the centro,
an easy 15-20 minute subway ride against rush hour
traffic.
On weekends, visit Patagonia, where you will find
some of the most beautiful natural sites in the world,
or Iguazu Falls, a canyon of 275 waterfalls encompassed
by a subtropical jungle. If you go during our summer
months (which is their winter), you can plan a skiing
excursion.
Remember, winter is mid-June, July, August, early
September.
| Instant E–mail inquiry: |
buenosaires@eduvacations.com |
| Minimum age: |
18 |
| Getting there: |
Fly to Ezeiza Airport. To get
to the city students can take a bus (the colectivo
or Bondi), taxi, or book a transfer. |
| Start dates:
Non-beginners may begin this
program on any Monday; however, students with
little or no Spanish background should start
on our official starts, i.e.:
2004: Jan 05, Jan 26, Feb 16,
Mar 08, Mar 29, Apr 19, May 10,
May 31, Jun 21, Jul 12, Aug 02,
Aug 23, Sep 13, Oct 04, Oct 25,
Nov 15, Dec 06
2005: Jan 03, Jan 24, Feb 14,
Mar 07, Mar 28, Apr 18, May 09,
May 30, Jun 21, Jul 08, Aug 01,
Aug 22, Sep 12, Oct 03, Oct 24,
Nov 14, Dec 05
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Special offer when booking at eduVacations:
If you register for 1-3 weeks, the registration
fee will be half price ($22.50). If you register for 4
weeks or more, there will be no registration fee (a $45
savings).
What People are Saying
“This program has been phenomenal!
The classes are interesting. I’ve learned a lot
from the other students as well who are from various parts
of the world. My host family is incredible! They have
been instrumental in getting me familiar with Buenos Aires,
which is a fabulous city. The school staff is friendly,
patient and has frequently organized activities. They
are always willing to give us advice on everything from
shopping to sightseeing.”
- Dipti, India
“ Once again, this was a great experience for me.
Everyone is very friendly and goes out of their way to
make sure the students are comfortable and happy.”
- Carly, USA
Cultural & Recreational Activities
Tango classes, local and regional excursions,
a wide range of outdoor sports at the nearby beaches and
the countryside. Several organized activities scheduled
throughout the week.
Excursions could include: Iguazzu Falls weekend includes
tours of the waterfalls and surrounding jungles; beach
resorts include Argentina’s Mar Del Plata and neighboring
Uruguay’s Punta Del Ester; Cordoba province offers
outdoor activities such as horseback riding, rafting and
hiking; the south’s Patagonia region has glaciers
and gauchos, as well as whale-watching tours and visits
to penguin colonies.
Accommodation
Choices
Homestay (with or without meals), student residences
(variety of meal plans), apartments, hotels.
| Accommodation |
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1 — 4 weeks |
5 — 8 weeks |
9 — 15 weeks |
16+ weeks |
| Standard
Homestay
no meals
single bed,
shared bath
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US$ 090
per week
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5% discount,
i.e., US$ 85.50
per week |
10% discount,
i.e., US$ 81
per week |
25% discount,
i.e., US$ 67.50
per week |
| Standard
Homestay
w/meals
single bed,
shared bath |
US$ 130
per week |
5% discount,
i.e., US$ 123.50
per week |
10% discount,
i.e., US$ 117
per week |
25% discount,
i.e., US$ 97.50
per week |
| Extra Day Homestay |
No meals = US$ 15 |
| 02 meals
= US$ 22 |
| VIP accommodation
(available in 2005) |
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1 — 4 weeks |
5 — 8 weeks |
9 — 15 weeks |
16+ weeks |
| VIP
no meals
double bed, private bath, TV |
US$ 110
per week
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5% discount,
i.e., US$ 104.50
per week |
10% discount,
i.e., US$ 99
per week |
25% discount,
i.e., US$ 82.50
per week |
| VIP
w/meals
double bed, private bath, TV |
US$ 150
per week |
5% discount,
i.e., US$ 142.50
per week |
10% discount,
i.e., US$ 135
per week |
25% discount,
i.e., US$ 112.50
per week |
| VIP
Extra Day |
No meals = US$ 18 |
| 02 meals
= US$ 25 |
| Additional
Accommodation |
| Option |
Weekly Price |
| Aparthotel 3–star |
US$ 130 |
| Group
Courses |
| 20 hrs/week, small group classes
(6 student maximum). Beginning levels will focus
on strengthening communication and comprehension
skills. At the Intermediate and advanced levels
you’All also have workshops on Argentine History,
Culture, and Politics.
Minimum Stay: 1 week
Group Courses |
All prices are per person
in United States dollars (US$)
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| 1 — 4 weeks |
5 — 8 weeks |
9 — 15 weeks |
16+ weeks |
| US$ 170
per week
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5% discount, i.e., US$ 161.50
per week |
10% discount, i.e., US$ 153
per week |
25% discount, i.e., US$ 127.50
per week |
| Deposit = 15% of course +
accommodation |
Registration fee = US$ 45 |
Airport transfer: Roundtrip
included with host family stay;
otherwise, optional transfer, US$ 15. |
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| Private
Lessons |
If you’d like to have a
very intensive, fast paced program, then take one
on one lessons that will focus entirely on your
interests and needs. Select Private “Standard”
(Spanish, composition, literature, DELE) —or—
“Customized” (business, medical, law,
etc.)
Minimum Stay: 1 week
Private Lessons 2004 |
All prices are per person
in United States dollars (US$) |
1 — 4 weeks |
5 — 8 weeks |
9 — 15 weeks |
16+ weeks |
| US$ 280
per week
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5% discount,
i.e., US$ 266
per week |
10% discount,
i.e., US$ 252
per week |
25% discount,
i.e., US$ 210
per week |
Private Lessons 2005 |
All prices are per person
in United States dollars (US$) |
• Private
“Standard” lessons in 2005:
Less than 20 hours per week = $US 25/hr. After
20 hours add US$ 18/hr.
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• Private “Customized”
lessons in 2005:
Add 25% to the “Standard” price.
If you’d like to have a very intensive,
fast paced program, then take one-on-one lessons
that will focus entirely on your interests
and needs.
20 hours = $US 350 / week
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| Deposit = 15% of course +
accommodation |
Registration fee = US$ 45 |
Airport transfer: Roundtrip
included with host family stay;
otherwise, optional transfer, US$ 15. |
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| Group
& Private Combination |
| 20 hrs/week, small
group classes (6 student maximum) plus private lessons.
Beginning level group classes will focus on strengthening
communication and comprehension skills. At the Intermediate
levels and advanced you’All also have workshops
on Argentine History, Culture, and Politics. The
additional private lessons will allow you to focus
on developing your skills further at your own pace.
Minimum Stay: 1 week
Group & 10 hours
weekly of Private Lessons 2004 |
All prices are per person
in United States dollars (US$) |
1 — 4 weeks |
5 — 8 weeks |
9 — 15 weeks |
16+ weeks |
| US$ 280
per week
|
5% discount,
i.e., US$ 266
per week |
10% discount,
i.e., US$ 252
per week |
25% discount,
i.e., US$ 210
per week |
Group
& 10 hours weekly of Private Lessons
2005 |
All prices are per person
in United States dollars (US$) |
• add 4 hours
weekly of private “Standard” lessons
to a group course = $US 60/wk |
• add 6 hours
weekly of private “Standard” lessons
to a group course = $US 80/wk |
• add 10 hours
weekly of private “Standard” lessons
to a group course = $US 110/wk |
• For private
“Customized” lessons add 25%.
Select Private “Standard” (Spanish,
composition, literature, DELE) —or—
“Customized” (business, medical,
law, etc.) |
| Deposit = 15% of course +
accommodation |
Registration fee = US$ 45 |
Airport transfer: Roundtrip
included with host family stay;
otherwise, optional transfer, US$ 15. |
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| Spanish
& Tango |
| Choose any of the above three
course options and add on Tango lessons.
Minimum Stay: 1 week
Spanish & Tango
2004 |
All prices are per person
in United States dollars (US$) |
Option |
Weekly Price |
20 hours
group Spanish, 3 lessons* Tango |
US$ 250 |
20 hours
private Spanish, 3 lessons* Tango |
US$ 350 |
10 hours
private Spanish, 3 lessons* Tango |
US$ 210 |
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* 2 private, 1 small group |
Spanish & Tango
2005 |
All prices are per person
in United States dollars (US$) |
Add
$US 80 per week for any Spanish program
of your choice. |
| Deposit = 10% of course +
accommodation |
Registration fee = US$ 45 |
Airport transfer: Roundtrip
included with host family stay;
otherwise, optional transfer, US$ 15. |
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| Chile
& Argentina |
| This program allows you to share
your Spanish immersion course between Buenos Aires
and Santiago. It is a great way to not only experience
distinct cultures and accents, but to re-invigorate
your studies with a change of surrounding. Airfare
and ground transfers are included between Buenos
Aires and Santiago. You may start your immersion
program in either country. You can choose from Group,
Private, or Group and Private Combination as described
above.
Minimum Stay: 4 weeks
| Chile & Argentina |
| All prices are per
person in United States dollars (US$) |
Stay |
No Housing |
Homestay
w/2 meals |
04 weeks |
US$ 0860 |
US$ 1380 |
08 weeks |
US$ 1490 |
US$ 2480 |
12 weeks |
US$ 2060 |
US$ 3480 |
16 weeks |
US$ 2540 |
US$ 4190 |
| Deposit = 10% of course +
accommodation |
Registration fee = US$ 45 |
Airport transfer: Roundtrip
included with host family stay;
otherwise, optional transfer, US$ 15. |
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| Chile
& Argentina & Ecuador |
| Designed for the student wishing
to experience distinct cultures, varied accents,
and multiple countries, this program provides a
stay in Buenos Aires, Santiago and Quito. While
each school presents its own unique flavor and style,
the student-oriented values and standards are constant
from Buenos Aires to Santiago to Quito. You’All
attend Group classes (maximum 6) in Buenos Aires
and Santiago, and one-to-one in Quito.
All airport transfers and air travel are provided
between schools.
Minimum Stay: 6 weeks
| Chile & Argentina
& Ecuador |
| All prices are per
person in United States dollars (US$) |
Stay |
No Housing |
Course + Homestay
w/2 meals |
06 weeks |
US$ 1620 |
US$ 2340 |
09 weeks |
US$ 2050 |
US$ 3090 |
12 weeks |
US$ 2480 |
US$ 3880 |
| Deposit = 10% of course +
accommodation |
Registration fee = US$ 45 |
Airport transfer: Roundtrip
included with host family stay;
otherwise, optional transfer, US$ 15. |
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Long-term
Super Immersion Special |
| Receive a substantial discount
for your time in Latin America’s “Southern
Cone” This is a four month program in the
Group course with the fourth month free. You may
“freeze” your 16 weeks (or more) to
tour the region. Argentina and Chile have some of
the world’s best excursions - Patagonia, Andes
mountains, beach resorts, etc. There is no extra
cost for your class break, however you may pay some
fee to hold your housing situation. You may split
your study time in both Buenos Aires and Santiago.
Duration: 16 weeks
Long-term Super Immersion
Special 2004 |
All prices are per person
in United States dollars (US$) |
| The program includes 16 weeks
of study, four months of homestay, and an
airport transfer upon arrival. |
Plan |
Regular Price* |
Your Price (Savings) |
1 |
US$ 4320 |
US$ 3336 (US$ 0984) |
3 |
US$ 4960 |
US$ 3912 (US$ 1048) |
* regular price
based on week-to-week option. |
| Deposit = 15% of course +
10% accommodation |
Registration fee = US$ 45 |
Airport transfer: Roundtrip
included with host family stay;
otherwise, optional transfer, US$ 15. |
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| DELE
Course |
| Prep for your DELE exam in Chile
and/or Argentina; the exam must be taken at the
exam center in Chile. Apart from gaining Spanish
language certification, the exam preparation course
is an excellent way to arrive at a balanced level
of proficiency. The course is taken as a private
course, either full-time or as the private component
of “group + private”, 20 hours group
plus 10 hours private. Fees are the same as for
standard courses. All exam levels consist of the
following: reading, writing, listening, speaking,
grammar, and vocabulary. The preparation courses
cover all components with particular emphasis on
your areas of more limited capabilities.
Each level, i.e., Beginner, Intermediate, Superior,
is 3 weeks long.
Requirements to sit for exams: photocopy of
passport, application forms, payment of fee.
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DELE Exam Schedule for 2004 |
November 20 (Application period for
this exam: 01 Sept — 15 Oct) |
Group Courses |
All prices are per person
and in United States dollars (US$)
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| 1 — 4 weeks |
5 — 8 weeks |
9 — 15 weeks |
16+ weeks |
| US$ 170
per week
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5% discount,
i.e., US$ 161.50
per week |
10% discount,
i.e., US$ 153
per week |
25% discount,
i.e., US$ 127.50
per week |
20 hour private prep course:
US$ 280 |
| Exam
fees |
| All prices are per
person and in United States dollars (US$)
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Inicial
(Beginner) |
Intermedio
(Intermediate)
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Superior
(Superior) |
0US$ 75 |
US$ 85 |
US$ 100 |
| Deposit = 15% of course +
accommodation |
Registration fee = US$ 45 |
Airport transfer: Roundtrip
included with host family stay;
otherwise, optional transfer, US$ 8. |
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| Volunteer
Supplement |
| While in Latin America you can
participate as a volunteer for a local organization.
Opportunities exist for helping children’s
organizations, working in public hospitals, for
environmental groups and many others. The normal
schedule of morning classes makes it possible to
volunteer in the afternoon or weekends. While many
positions require an advanced level of Spanish and
a minimum time commitment of several weeks, there
are many possibilities for people with basic level
Spanish and only 2 weeks available. The placement
is free of charge. When you arrive and begin your
studies arrangements will be made to visit some
organizations where you would qualify. It is up
to you to select and be approved by the organization
of your choice.
Minimum: 2 weeks
Volunteer placement assistance
is a free service we provide for Spanish language
students.
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