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Special member offer: no enrollment fee!

Stacey — Fri, 30 Oct 2009 08:46:00 GMT

don Quijote is offering an exclusive discount for our members:

When you book a Spanish course with us, we´ll waive your enrollment fee saving you 65€/$US!!!
It’s our way of saying thank you for being a member!

This offer is valid for Spanish courses in the following don Quijote schools in Spain and México: Barcelona, Madrid, Salamanca, Granada, Valencia, Tenerife or Guanajuato.

To benefit from this special discount you must log into your member account and book your course online.

Contact your Course Counsellor now for information about our courses.
(Remember to request the member’s offer)

Book this offer online now! (Must sign in first!)

Conditions:
- Offer not cumulative. Cannot be combined with any other offer.
- Offer available upon request.
- Offer expires 27 November 2009.

12-weeks of Spanish for 1.536 Euros!

Stacey — Tue, 01 Sep 2009 08:23:00 GMT

Learn Spanish for just 1536€ by booking a 12-week Intensive Course in Barcelona , Madrid , Salamanca , or Valencia ! You'll save 384€* from the regular intensive course price and enjoy your stay anytime in 2009! Simple as that. Also, why stay in one destination...(read more)

Emma Ferrer participates in don Quijote's Spanish programs!

Stacey — Mon, 03 Aug 2009 10:13:00 GMT

16-year old Emma Ferrer is studying Spanish in our summer camp in Granada and very kindly agreed to answer a few interview questions for donQuijote.org . Oh, and did we mention that she’s the granddaughter of legendary actress Audrey Hepburn and multifaceted...(read more)

Health Warning for H1N1 Flu in Mexico - removed!

Stacey — Mon, 25 May 2009 11:43:00 GMT

LAST MINUTE NEWS: As of May 25th 2009, all travel warnings to Mexico due to the outbreak of novel H1N1 flu in Mexico have been lifted! This is great news considering that after taking all necessary health and safety precautions, our schools in Mexico...(read more)

Discover our Spanish and Latin Culture section!

Stacey — Mon, 09 Mar 2009 14:56:00 GMT

We are proud to announce the updating and translating of our Spanish and Latin culture section...
You can now read all of the English texts in Spanish and vice versa!

You’ll also find vocabulary and verbs in the Spanish texts, for easier language comprehension.

Discover our improved Culture section and begin your cultural reading with Spanish writers, Spanish painters or the magnificent Spanish sites!
New articles are added and updated each week!

Make your reading experience a learning experience with don Quijote:
Let us know what you're interested in reading by leaving us a comment!

Our 2009 Spanish course prices are now available!

Stacey — Thu, 06 Nov 2008 12:50:00 GMT

We have just finished uploading our 2009 price list on our website!

You can now view and download a clear layout of our course prices in PDF format.

You can also visit our courses page for a complete list of don Quijote courses, learn about our guarantees and find out what services are included in the price.

So choose your destination in Spain or Latin America, find out the most recent price information for this upcoming year and begin to plan the experience of a lifetime!

Contact us to request a FREE brochure!

Live Spanish in Salamanca, Ciudad del Español

Stacey — Thu, 04 Sep 2008 13:20:00 GMT

Every year, Salamanca is the preferred Spanish city where over 30,000 students choose to learn Spanish. This makes Salamanca an important tourist destination as people begin to discover the appeal of this charming city.

The new slogan “Live Spanish in Salamanca” is being actively used to promote Salamanca throughout the world and to attract foreign students who wish to learn or improve their Spanish skills. The administrative office is also promoting it with the Spanish version,“Salamanca, Ciudad del Español”.

Their main focus is to propel the city into becoming the principal reference, the 'must go-to' city for foreigners who want to learn Spanish, out of the potential destinations within the worldwide language tourism industry. They also hope to outshine the competition by providing students with assistance in social and cultural integration with their Student Information and Support center.

Located on the third floor of La Casa de Postas in the Plaza Mayor, just two floors above the Municipal Tourism Office, they have proudly embraced the motto “Salamanca, Ciudad del Español.”

Discover the reason why no one can resist learning Spanish in such a beautiful city!
Watch Salamanca Única, a 13-minute video of Salamanca’s impressive sights and one-of-a kind monuments.

Why not combine language learning with fun and culture in a 1 or 2 week Spanish course in the cradle of the Spanish language? Study Spanish in Salamanca with don Quijote !

The Spanish event of the year: Expo Zaragoza

admin — Mon, 05 May 2008 08:35:00 GMT

The event of the year in Spain will undoubtedly be the international exhibition to be held in Zaragoza from June 14th to September 14th.

The International Exhibition of Zaragoza will focus on the theme 'Water and Sustainable Development' and will present 5000 shows, 2000 exhibitions and 140 pavilions.

Among the most interesting events that will take place during the Expo we may highlight Iceberg. Visual Poetic Symphony, a multimedia show that will take place in a platform over the river Ebro built in the shape of an iceberg, the show Hombre Vertiente and The awakening of the serpent performed by Cirque du Soleil.

The program in the Expo's convention center will also be extremely interesting with a complete cultural program of conferences and artistic shows including a performance of Carmina Burana and Goya - a Spanish dance and multimedia show.

Additionally the Expo's auditorium will hold different concerts presented by some of the most important orchestras of the world.

All this, combined with the pavilions and exhibitions of the Expo Zaragoza 2008 make this a unique event that you cannot miss if you visit Spain this summer.

How to get to Zaragoza:

From Madrid or Barcelona you can easily reach Zaragoza taking one of the new Spanish speed trains (AVE). For more information on trains or to buy your tickets online go to: www.renfe.es

If your budget is tight you can also take a bus to Zaragoza, the coach company Alsa offers trips to Zaragoza from Madrid.

Living Semana Santa in Spain

Paqui — Tue, 18 Mar 2008 15:24:00 GMT

The Holy week (Semana Santa in Spanish) has begun and we have already seen the first Processions in the steets of Spanish cities.

Semana Santa is a very important tradition in Spain and also a national holiday. Every Spanish city enjoys the beauty and mystery of Semana Santa, the country stops to remember the last week of the earthly life of Jesus Christ. Solemn processions march through the steets, some accompanied by music, others in silence.

Even if you are not religious, it is difficult not to be moved, the atmosphere is so vital and poignant. For some this is fiesta time, for others a week of ritual and reflection.

Here is a small sample, watch this video of Semana Santa in Seville.

Where do you want to learn Spanish? Videos from our schools in Spain and Latin America

Paqui — Tue, 26 Feb 2008 12:06:00 GMT

When choosing to learn Spanish with don Quijote you choose first quality Spanish courses and services. don Quijote also offers 12 destinations in Spain and 23 in Latin America to make sure you can pick the destination that is perfect for you.

Watch these videos taken of some of our schools around Spain and Latin America and choose the exact location where you want to learn Spanish.

Travel to Mexico and learn Spanish with don Quijote

admin — Tue, 05 Feb 2008 11:34:00 GMT

don Quijote offers you 4 schools in Mexico to learn Spanish: Guanajuato, Playa del Carmen, Oaxaca and Puerto Vallarta. Choose your destination and set off for a wonderful experience, discover Mexico and learn Spanish with don Quijote.

Ask here for a free brochure about Spanish courses in Mexico

Guanajuato is one of the most important historical and cultural colonial cities in Mexico, declared World Heritage Site by UNESCO. A university city, small and peaceful, far from the coastal centers of mass tourism, Guanajuato seems made to welcome students of Spanish.

You will find yourself enchanted by the lovely architecture and by the culture that breathes in every nook and cranny of this alluring colonial beauty.

don Quijote's Spanish school in Guanajuato is located right in the city center, in the "barrio Pastita", only 10 minutes walking from the famous theatre of the city "Teatro Juarez". At the school you will find 15 comfortable classrooms, a beautiful Mexican style patio, student's office and multimedia room.

A wide range of Spanish courses are available in our Guanajuato school to suit the needs of all our students:

Have fun and relax while you learn Spanish in Playa del Carmen. This small Caribbean fishing village on the Mayan Riviera is Cancun's laid-back neighbor (approximately 35 minutes from Cancun's international airport). Playa is a wonderful place to enjoy the cultural and historic richness of Mexico and the Mayan people. It attracts visitors from all over the world because of its relaxed, tropical atmosphere and its unmatched beaches.

Our Spanish school in Playa del Carmen is located close to the white sand beaches, classes are held ourside under thatched roofs in the school's tropical gardens, so that you can enjoy the full Caribbean experience.

The school has an excellent library, open air and air conditioned conference rooms (where the guitar and salsa classes take place), a cafeteria, volleyball court and garden areas to relax during breaks of after a day of classes.

Spanish courses available in Playa del Carmen school include: Intensive and super intensive Spanish courses, one to one, and the executive course. Read more about our language programs in Playa del Carmen here.

With amazing peaks, caverns among the deepest in the world, unspoiled beaches, jungles and valleys Oaxaca is an ideal place to experience the beauty of Mexico and its people. Oaxaca is protected by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site for its Spanish colonial buildings and for the nearby archaeological centre.

Our Spanish school in Oaxaca is located close to the beautiful 16th century Santo Domingo convent, in the city centre. Close to the school you will find plenty of internet cafes, restaurants, museums and shops. The school occupies a beautiful colonial building with a large central patio perfect for socializing with international friends.

Spanish courses available in Oaxaca include: Intensive and Super intensive Spanish course, One to One and executive Spanish course. After the classes the school offers workshops and activities such as cooking, salsa lessons, singing Mexican songs, etc...

More information about Spanish courses in Oaxaca here.

The magical combination of mountains and beaches makes visitors fall in love with Puerto Vallarta at first sight. Aside from its beauty and amazing flora and fauna, this city also charms tourists with its colonial architecture and traditions, famous even in Mexico.

Puerto Vallarta is the perfect blend of tropical waters and rich Mexican culture: a place to learn, relax, have fun and marvel at natural wonders.

Our Spanish school in Puerto Vallarta is just one block from the Pacific Ocean, right in the swing of things near restaurants, cafes, shops and night life. The school has a large café in a lovely open terrace. The school offers workshos and activities in the afternoons incluidng cooking, crafts, salsa classes, singing Mexican songs, etc.

Spanish courses available in Puerto Vallarta include: Intensive and Super Intensive Spanish, One to One and Executive Spanish course. More information about Spanish courses in Puerto Vallarta here.

Are you subscribed to our Monthly Newsletter?

Paqui — Wed, 19 Sep 2007 13:10:00 GMT

don Quijote's monthly newsletter is free and full of useful information, subscribe now and receive every month our newsletter in English and Spanish with...

Information about don Quijote's special offers, discounts and news
Travel tips and information about Spain and Latin America
A Spanish proverb, a piropo and some Spanish slang expresions to learn every month
A typical recipe from Spain or Latin America
And much more...

Have a look at our past issues here.

Salamanca está de moda

admin — Fri, 22 Jun 2007 11:05:00 GMT

Salamanca es famosa por ser una importante ciudad de cultura y por ser una de las provincias españolas donde se habla el español más puro, pero proximamente la ciudad de Salamanca se hará famosa en las salas de cine, porque una película de producción americana estará ambientada en Salamanca.

La Película Vantage point narra los eventos que ocurren durante una visita del presidente de Estados Unidos a Salamanca. Aqui puedes ver un trailer de la película.

New oportunities to study Spanish and work in Spain

admin — Wed, 30 May 2007 13:52:00 GMT

Last year we launched our Work & Study in Spain program, offering students the possibility to learn Spanish in don Quijote and to finance their stay abroad working in the Costa del Sol.

Our program combined a Spanish course in any don Quijote school with a job placement following the course allowing students to earn enough to cover their basic expenses. The only handicap is that this program is available only to citizens from Norway, Iceland or Switzerland and EU member states (except Romania and Bulgaria).

Now you have a new oportunity to study and work in Spain with a new program: Our new Study and Work in Spanish hotels program, open to participants from all nationalities.

This new course is an opportunity to improve your Spanish and to work in Spain earning a small allowance and gaining valuable work experience in Spain. You will learn Spanish with an immersion course at don Quijote before putting your new skills into practise on a paid work placement in a Hotel or Country House.

You will work on Spain´s beautiful mainland or on the Balearic or Canary Islands. Acccommodation and meals will be provided during the work placement phase and you will earn an allowance of between € 200 and € 400 per month.

We are still bussy preparing all the information about this new program for our website, but you can already get more details from our Course Counsellors, contact us now for more information and get a free brochure.

Je veux parler Espagnol!

Paqui — Tue, 02 May 2006 11:25:00 GMT

Avant de partir étudier en Espagne, sachez que la sélection des universités est rigoureuse.

Choisissez donc bien votre établissement en fonction de votre cursus. Par exemple, Salamanque est le centre universitaire généraliste le plus connu et l’université de Madrid est réputée pour son enseignement du droit et des sciences humaines. Renseignezvous auprès de l’ambassade d’Espagne.

Si vous êtes titulaire d’un bac + 2 et inscrit dans une université française, vous pouvez également partir 6 mois à 1 an avec le programme Erasmus. Pour cela, rendez-vous au service des Relations internationales de votre établissement.

Si vous préférez prendre des cours de langue dans une école, renseignez-vous auprès d’organismes. Des départs sont organisés toute l’année, pour des séjours d’une semaine à un an à Malaga, Barcelone, Madrid, Valence et dans les îles Baléares et Canaries. Le voyage est à la charge du candidat et l’hébergement se fait en résidence universitaire ou en famille. Les formules sont variées : cours particuliers, cours + stage, cours intensifs, préparation au DELE (Diplôme d’espagnol en tant que langue étrangère)... Deux semaines de cours avec hébergement en famille coûtent environ 800 € (hors voyage).

En Amérique Latine: de nombreux organismes de séjours linguistiques ont des écoles au Costa Rica, Mexique, Équateur... Ils proposent des formules classiques de cours de langue, préparation au DELE et la possibilité de partir un an. La plupart des écoles ont une résidence étudiante mais il est conseillé de vivre dans une famille d’accueil. Comptez environ 1 500 € pour trois semaines de cours (hors billet d’avion et hébergement).

Pour des informations gratuites sur des séjours linguistiques: don Quijote
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