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Spanish Language School- your best recc. in S. America!

hi,
i'm looking to go for a little learning and a little adventure this summer- what can you tell me about your favorite language school, anywhere in South America?
if you've got several, here's what i'm hoping to find:
-some place w/easy access to nature's adventures
-small town preferred to large city, unless the large city is in a wonderous natural setting
-preferably not so touristed
-moderate to warm temps in june-august
-quality homestay
-good quality 1:1 language instruction for advanced level.

thus far i've been peeking around at other posts about schools, and have found some recc's in ecuador, peru (arequipa, ayacucho, huancayo), and a few in bolivia. any of these places would be fine.... or anywhere else, from where you came home and said, "that was amazing!"

thanks for any of your thoughts, sentiments, random musings, or straight up suggestions.

happy travels!

By backporch on May 22, 2009, 20:14 in Learn Spanish.

holgs says on Jun 20, 2009, 08:54:

San Pedro de lago in Guatemala is a popular choice if you're considering places outside south America - its possibly the cheapest place at the moment, but is almost a colony of spanish language students. Still it has a stunning setting.

I studied in Colombia in Medellin for over a month - I'd recommend it as a place to base yourself - its a big city but doesn't feel like it because its stretched across a fairly big valley. There's plenty to do in the region too... have a look at my Medellin page on my website if you want a bit more info and some pics... http://www.veoelmundo.com/southamerica/colombia/medellin

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