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Top 10 Spanish University Cities
by Tyson Manchester on Tuesday, August 14, 2012
The school year's kicking off soon, and if you're considering the possibility of taking a course in a Spanish university, it may help to have a little information on the most interesting university locations. Remember, university life is not just about classrooms and libraries. This is a time to get out, meet people and explore the "cultural" life the city has to offer..… read more »
The Economics of Learning a Language
by Hannah Ryan on Wednesday, May 16, 2012
In this harsh economic climate, taking the time and effort to learn a language seems a silly diversion, right? WRONG! It turns out, that prospective employers really value linguistic abilities, and that appreciation translates to your paycheck!… read more »
How NOT to Study Spanish!
by Hannah Ryan on Tuesday, May 08, 2012
Learning a language can seem a never ending task. And in truth, it is really (sorry!) - language is constantly evolving, it’s not like algebra where you find what equals x and that’s the end of it. But there are some ways to make the task a lot easier, and some common mistakes people make when learning a language that you should avoid like the plague (and algebra)… read more »
Getting back into Spanish
by Amy Lambert on Thursday, January 13, 2011
After a stressful departure that included weighing my suitcases to the exact milligram, saying goodbye to the parents and a huge queue at security, I was now sitting on the plane ready to jet off and start my adventure in Spain. I had a six month internship in Salamanca, a city that I was told was home to friendly inhabitants, fantastic architecture, a great university and exciting nightlife too! I had everything to look forward to, but I couldn’t help being just a little bit petrified. And all for one reason – speaking Spanish, with real Spaniards… read more »
Hello from your new editor
by Kimberly Defrate on Wednesday, July 14, 2010
Hello to everyone!… read more »
Californians at don Quijote!
by Stephen Maher on Friday, April 16, 2010
15% off on your course when volunteering in Guanajuato (Mexico)
by Stacey on Thursday, November 26, 2009
Book your course before 29 October and receive a 15% discount on your volunteer program in Guanajuato (Mexico). … read more »
Experience Mexico for 15% less!
by Stacey on Thursday, November 26, 2009
Would you like to study Spanish this spring on the shores of the Pacific Ocean or on the warm waters of the Caribbean?… read more »
Get 20% discount on accomodation in Barcelona!
by Stacey on Thursday, November 26, 2009
Looking to learn Spanish in a big city while also having the beach nearby? don Quijote Barcelona is an excellent destination... and you're just in luck!… read more »
2010 courses at 2009 prices!
by Stacey on Friday, October 23, 2009
One great way to get to know a place the way only locals know it is by experiencing it thoroughly when learning Spanish. If you want to discover Spanish, then this is your chance: sign up to take a Spanish course in 2010 -and pay 2009 prices! Don't let this opportunity pass you by!… read more »
12-weeks of Spanish for 1.536 Euros!
by Stacey on Tuesday, September 01, 2009
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! … read more »
Special Offer: Learn Spanish and the Tango in Argentina!
by Stacey on Tuesday, August 25, 2009
Pick up Spanish as you dance in Argentina, the Latin America country renowned for its European customs, marvelous art, culture, welcoming people, great food, wines, lively nightlife... and the sensual tango!… read more »
Emma Ferrer participates in don Quijote's Spanish programs!
by Stacey on Monday, August 03, 2009
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 actor Mel Ferrer? … read more »
Spanish in Madrid for 15% less!
by Stacey on Wednesday, July 08, 2009
Are you eager to learn Spanish in a city full of centuries-old history? Then Madrid, the capital of Spain since the XVII century and the center of Spanish culture, is the perfect destination for you! Explore Madrid and learn Spanish with a 15% discount on our Intensive course , Super-Intensive course or Spanish Talk course. … read more »
Spanish in Barcelona for 20% less!
by Stacey on Wednesday, July 08, 2009
Barcelona is possibly the most famed Spanish city around the world because of its design, fashion, history, modernity, gastronomy, beach and arts. So what better place to enhance your Spanish skills with an Intensive course , Super-Intensive course or Spanish Talk course than this cosmopolitan city?… read more »
Salamanca Offer: Accomodation and Spanish Course for 399 euros a week!
by Stacey on Thursday, June 11, 2009
The anniversary celebrations in Salamanca are not over yet!… read more »
Videos of don Quijote's Summer Camps!
by Stacey on Monday, June 08, 2009
Our Summer Camp programs in Barcelona , Salamanca , Sevilla , Madrid , Granada , Valencia , Guanajuato and Marbella (with 3 camps: Albergue , Alborán , Aleman !) perfectly coordinate your child’s class schedule with social and leisure activities they will enjoy participating in as they are immersed learning a language that would last them a lifetime… read more »
Special 20th Anniversary Offer: 15% OFF on any Spanish Course!
by Stacey on Wednesday, June 03, 2009
The celebrations keep on happening at don Quijote...!… read more »
Save 20% on your Spanish Courses in Valencia
by Stacey on Wednesday, May 27, 2009
This summer is all about learning Spanish in a warm, coastal Mediterranean city where the sun always shines and the nightlife goes on forever... Valencia for 20% less! … read more »
Health Warning for H1N1 Flu in Mexico - removed!
by Stacey on Monday, May 25, 2009
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 did not suffer any incidents! … read more »
USA colleges return to Salamanca in 2009 for the 12th consecutive year!
by Stacey on Monday, May 25, 2009
U.S.A. students during their 3 month stay in Salamanca from Feb-May 2009... … read more »
Spanish in Granada - one week free!
by Stacey on Tuesday, May 12, 2009
Spend more time in Granada this summer... for a lot less! Immerse yourself in the Spanish language and discover the history behind Granada's rich Moorish past:… read more »
Save on your Summer Camp experience with no enrollmente fee!
by Stacey on Monday, May 11, 2009
Save on your Summer Camp experience in 2 simple steps! … read more »
Learn Spanish and dance Flamenco in Madrid and Granada
by Stacey on Tuesday, March 31, 2009
Flamenco is a genuine Spanish art; to be more precise - a genuine Southern Spanish art… read more »
UK students learn Spanish in Salamanca
by Stacey on Tuesday, February 17, 2009
In March of 2008, 4 students of England's Lincoln Minster School had a week-long Spanish immersion experience in don Quijote Salamanca . … read more »
"Spanish" is no problem here in salamanca
by Stacey on Monday, February 09, 2009
Fragment taken from original article (in German) by Jutta Christoph for mallorcazeitung.es … read more »
Last Minute Offer: 2009 Dakar Rally…for US$999!
by Stacey on Tuesday, December 16, 2008
If you enjoy listening to the engines roar and feel the adrenaline of a head-to-head competition, then you cannot miss the 2009 Dakar Rally Race... in Argentina !… read more »
don Quijote is now in Facebook
by Stacey on Tuesday, November 18, 2008
Social networking sites are setting the pace when it comes to making it easier for companies to get closer to their fans on the web. We’ve caught on to the trend and are proud to announce don Quijote has launched its own Facebook page!… read more »
Special Birthday Offer: Study in Dominican Republic in 2009 and only pay 1994 prices!
by Stacey on Tuesday, November 18, 2008
Our don Quijote schools in Dominican Republic are turning 15 years old in 2009… and we want you to take part in our birthday celebration!… read more »
don Quijote offering 30 Scholarships to Study Spanish in Spain or Mexico!
by Stacey on Friday, November 14, 2008
Great news! … read more »
Our 2009 Spanish course prices are now available!
by Stacey on Thursday, November 06, 2008
We have just finished uploading our 2009 price list on our website!… read more »
A don Quijote student wins Instituto Cervantes' Spanish short story contest!
by Stacey on Wednesday, October 22, 2008
On June 25 of 2008, the Cervantes Institute in Paris organized a short story contest...and we are proud to announce that the winning story was The Enchanted Book by Françoise Corbillon-Epelboin -- a don Quijote student! … read more »
Save on your next course in Mexico!
by Stacey on Thursday, October 02, 2008
Live an unforgettable cultural immersion in a vibrant and colorful country: Mexico!… read more »
Special Offer: Study Spanish in Mexico!
by Stacey on Thursday, September 25, 2008
Experience the exotic culture of Mexico while you learn Spanish … read more »
Live Spanish in Salamanca, Ciudad del Español
by Stacey on Thursday, September 04, 2008
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… read more »
Felipe's study abroad experience: 8 weeks of learning Spanish
by Stacey on Monday, July 21, 2008
Felipe Petri spent 8 weeks studying Spanish in don Quijote Madrid . This is his story, in his own words... … read more »
Jumpstart your in-country learning – with 4 months free access to our online Spanish course!
by Stacey on Sunday, July 13, 2008
We believe from la cabeza to los pies that you will best learn Spanish by living Spanish. Okay, and you’ll have a lot more fun, too… read more »