Celebrate Oktoberfest: 15% Off all German Programs

Bamberg_german_and_beer From September 18 through October 3rd, the world-famous Oktoberfest celebrations take over the city of Munich, Germany: the city's mayor taps the first keg and then people from around the world raise their steins in unison and enjoy some of Germany's finest beer!

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Learning Spanish & Good Times in Uruguay

By Angela B., AmeriSpan Delegate, studying Spanish in Uruguay

Ok, so everything here in Uruguay is still great. We didn't advance much further in the world cup but these Uruguayos are more than happy to be in 4th place. They held a huge parade, like a caravan to welcome the players back into the country. They came into town in a big bus, it took them 4 hours to get through the whole city, it was amazing!! there were people/fans with flags and gifts with their faces painted, they were crying and cheering and everyone was just so happy and excited!! The caravan ended in a part of town and they were greeted by the president, who gave them all a gift and congratuated them on their success. The whole thing was shown on a big screen for everybody to enjoy, the love here is just undescribable!

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Reflections on Learning French in Lyon

By Ashley C., guest blogger studying French in Lyon, France

While riding the Metro during my first few days in Lyon (it?s a wonderful Metro, by the way), I sat across from a couple who were speaking in sign language. Here I was, just a little ways away from them, feeling very isolated from the general public due to a language barrier, and then I saw this couple that must feel that way all the time (or, at least, struggle to communicate with others). It struck me that learning a new language is a good experience not just because you can put another language level on your resume, but also because 1) you get to learn so much about what so many people go through when they immigrate to another country 2) and, therefore, you can relate to so many more people. 3) Third, learning a new language is also very humbling. I?m a Ph.D. student in English in America; I?m paid to read and write for a living. I read Eliot and Proust, and I write complicated critics. In French, however, I?m reading baby books about the colors and the alphabet and the names of different types of fruits. I think I can relate much better to the ESL (English Second Language) students that I tutor back home. Language is hard, and my professors are patient with me; this makes me want to be more patient to those I meet in the states who don?t speak English very well. In short, I think learning French is making me a better person.

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A Weekend at the Theatre in Seoul

By Josephine K., guest blogger studying Korean in Seoul

Korea_blog_05-group After spending a week in your Korean class the weekend is the perfect opportunity to unwind and explore the city.  There are so many options but my favorite weekend evening has go to be going to a theatrical show.

The first show that I went to, which I highly recommend, is “Nanta.” This is the longest running show in Seoul and perfect for any age.  It is a show that is best explained as a mix between “Stomp” and “Top Chef”.  There is plenty of audience participation and the best thing is you don’t have to know Korean to understand the show.

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Study Spanish in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico


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Itching to study Spanish at a location in Mexico that's safe and tourist-friendly but isn't an uncomfortably flashy beach resort town?  Then San Miguel de Allende may be just the spot for you!

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French Riviera & Nice, France at Night Video

By Miluska S., guest video blogger from Nice, France. 

Miluska is studying French & Cooking, one of AmeriSpan's Language & Fun programs, in Nice, France. In this video, Miluska takes us around the French Riviera and shows us what Nice is like at night.

For more information on this program, go to French & Cooking in Nice
See all French programs in Nice.

Observations from Studying French in Lyon France

By Ashley C., guest blogger studying French in Lyon, France

On Street Performers:

In Lyon, street performers, more often than not, are well-dressed people who seem to perform primarily out of passion for whatever instrument they play or show they put on. There?s a very put together woman who plays the harp at a local market, and while she does put a cup by her feet for donations, she seems more concerned with pleasuring her audience with beautiful music. In the states, I rarely see a street performer who isn?t primarily concerned with obtaining donations. However, A frequent (and awful) site in Lyon are women who beg on the street while cradling their babies. If the child cries, the mother will often just set the baby on the ground allowing him or her to cry (I think), so as to draw sympathy from those who pass by. Perhaps this isn?t a site particular to Lyon especially, but it?s one I rarely ever see in the states, and have already, in my three weeks in Lyon, seen several times here.

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Be Ready to Learn in Korea!

By Josephine K., guest blogger studying Korean in Seoul

Korea_blog_04-classroom  Having no prior knowledge of the Korean language I was a bit
scared about how the class would be structured and the pacing.  I wasn’t sure if they would explain things
in only Korean or if they would even start me off at the beginning.  Classes are also only held on Monday,
Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 10A.M. – 1P.M so I was a bit skeptical about
how much I would be able to learn in a short period of time and only being here
for 4 weeks.  However, I am quickly
adapting to the fast pace and the amount of information being given during each
class.

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Summer NOW!

If you've already received a copy of last week's newsletter then you have already heard, but for those of you who haven't, AmeriSpan is encouraging last-minute summer registrations!  Sad you missed out on studying abroad this summer?  There's still time!

All  you have to do is register for any program starting before Labor Day and mention "SUMMER NOW!!", and we will let you squeeze by without paying any late fees!

While we like to ask students to register a few weeks in advance for
clarity's sake, we are usually able to accommodate last minute
applicants in a pinch.  But right now, you can actually receive money
off your program for a last minute registration – a rare deal!

Contact our office with any questions or concerns, and for a rundown of all of our specials, visit our Specials Page!

French & Cooking Video: The Cooking Classes

By Miluska S., guest video blogger from Nice, France. 

Miluska is studying French & Cooking, one of AmeriSpan's Language & Fun programs, in Nice, France. In this video, Miluska takes us along with her to cooking class and shows us some of the delicious dishes she made. 

For more information on this program, go to French & Cooking in Nice
See all French programs in Nice.