Our partners at Kaplan International Centers are offering a great last minute deal on their most popular English courses in the US. Existing students will get an extra 6th week for free if they extend their stay 5 weeks, and the 11^th and 12^th  week for free if they extend 10 weeks. This offer is available to all current students in the US who are taking one of the following courses:

• General English

• Intensive English

• Vacation English

• TOEFL & Academic English

• English for Business

The offer is available at all Kaplan International Centers, except Northeastern University KIC and NY Empire State KI. Students at these two locations, who wish to extend, will be offered a possibility to book at other KIC locations. The offer is subject to availability.

If you are thinking about extending your stay with Kaplan, don’t miss this great opportunity! But remember, the offer is only valid until April 30, so hurry. To find out more about studying English with Kaplan International centers, please contact us.

Language International enters collaboration CILS – Centre International Linguistique et Sportif in Troissy

Language International, a leading provider of language study abroad programs, is excited to announce our new partnership with CILS in Troissy. The partnership will add another idyllic location to Language International’s presence in France. This will benefit students from all over the world who wish to experience French culture first hand.

Troissy is located in the idyllic Champagne district – the only place in the world that may use the term champagne about its bubbly and delicate produce. Troissy is a minor town situated right between Paris and Reims and on the river Marne. The river is mostly known for the Battle of Marne during the Great War. It became one of the early turning points in the war, where the Germans advancements were halted. Today, the Champagne district is known for its quiet and picturesque villages in a beautiful rural landscape and of course its renowned maisons (champagne houses).

“Language International is delighted by the amount of inquiries we receive every day from juniors who wish to go to France to learn more about French culture and improve their French. Under this partnership with CILS in Troissy, Language International students will have access to a wider array of French language learning schools,” said Karen Ong, CEO and founder of Language International.

Guy Senee, Director of CILS, explains the importance of this partnership with Language International: “Language International offers students outstanding customer service, which has quickly been recognized by students all over the world. Language International’s focus on customer service and unsurpassed reach makes our fun, active and educational program  more easily accessible to juniors  passionate about the French language.

For additional information on the CILS and Language International partnership, please visit: http://blog.languageinternational.com/french-courses…troissy-france 

About Language International

Language International is a language travel agency that represents hundreds of accredited language schools from all around the world. Our student advisors will help you compare schools and prices and will book the right course for you. We do not charge you any fees to use our service.

About CILS – Centre International Linguistique et Sportif in Troissy

CILS has welcomed students since 1986 to its fun, active and educational language program. Students from all over the world have shared their passion for the French language. The school offers numerous sporting activities; from traditional ball games to circus activities, mountain biking and water skiing in the beautiful Champagne nature. By the end of their stay, students have created unforgettable friendships, improved their language skills and experienced the French culture. It is very important to us that students will have an active, educational, fun and save stay with us. Therefore students are always under adult supervision with only three children per adult. All expenses are included in our prices.

 CILS has received the quality mark “Groupement FLE”.

Last Minute Deal: 12 week Cambridge Preparation Courses for the price of 10 weeks from March 29 in New Zealand

Our partners at Language Studies International (LSI) in Auckland and Christchurch are offering an amazing last minute deal on their Intensive Cambridge Preparation English courses that start on 29 March 2010. Please note that students must be able to secure a visa before beginning the class.

Students will be able to study for the First Certificate Exam and Cambridge Advanced Exam in Auckland and the First Certificate Exam in Christchurch.

Included in LSI’s fees are:

• Initial test to assess the student’s proficiency
• Free internet access and Wi-Fi.

New Zealand is known for its beautiful nature and many opportunities for physical activities such as hiking, kayaking, swimming, skiing or mountain biking. Auckland is the largest city in New Zealand. The Auckland area was formed by volcanoes, leaving tree-covered lava-ridges in the midst of suburbs. It is a very multi-cultural city with a substantial Asian and Polynesian population. It is known as the “City of Sails” because of its two harbors and countless sailboats dotting the waters around the city. Christchurch is smaller and more provincial than Auckland, but has its own easy-going charm. The city center is a combination of modern restaurants and Gothic architecture, giving Christchurch a charming mix of new and old. The area surrounding Christchurch is dotted with hidden beaches and vineyards that incite for exploration.

 Conditions:

• These prices are for course only. Registration fees, course materials fee, accommodation fee, and exam fees are to be paid in full, unless otherwise stated.
• These prices apply to bookings made and paid before 29 March 2010.
• These offers cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer.
• Once a course has started there are NO changes, holidays or refunds. There are NO exceptions.

If you are thinking sending your children to learn English or improve your own skills, don’t miss this great opportunity with LSI in fantastic New Zealand! To find out more about learning English in New Zealand, please contact us.

Language International announces successful one-year partnership with GEOS Language Institute in Boston

Language International, a leading provider of language study abroad programs, has for the past year successfully collaborated with GEOS Language Institute in Boston. The partnership has given Language International’s students the opportunity to learn English from a highly respected language school and gain firsthand experience of American culture.

Boston has a rich history, as it is one of the oldest cities in the United States. Boston was the epicenter of the American Revolution, which still today marks the city, especially around the 4^th of July. Some of the greatest personalities from world history have walked the streets of Boston, including George Washington, Allan Edgar Poe, and John F. Kennedy. Boston is also the premier American city for education with more than 75 higher learning institutions including the world-famous Harvard University, MIT and Berklee College of Music. Students and scholars come from all over the world, giving the city a distinctively international and academic feel. This also influences the lively cultural scene – many events are free and situated in the charming city parks or by the beautiful Charles River. There are ample opportunities for leading an active lifestyle including sailing, kayaking, running and biking both in the city and in the surrounding state parks.

 “Language International is excited by the amount of inquiries we receive every day from students who wish to go to New York, LA and Boston to try the American experience and to learn English. The collaboration with GEOS Language Institute in Boston not only gives Language International students access to high quality courses but also the opportunity to experience the American way of life,” said Karen Ong, CEO and founder of Language International.

Andrew Devey, School Director of GEOS Language Institute – Boston, explains the importance of the partnership with Language International: “Language International offers students exceptional customer service and has un unsurpassed reach. This complements our values of high quality language instruction and undivided attention to students.

Language International enters partnership with Sociedad Hispano Mundial, Granada 

Language International, a leading provider of language study abroad programs, is delighted to announce our new partnership with Sociedad Hispano Mundial in Granada, Spain. The partnership will extend Language International’s presence in Spain and increase the number of interesting language immersion destinations in Spain for Language International’s students.

Granada is an interesting city in southern Spain, known for its young atmosphere from the many students attending the university. With its fascinating culture and lively nightlife, Granada is the perfect place to study and take a holiday. Visit the world-renowned 14^th century Moorish fortress, Alhambra, – one of UNESCO’s world heritage sights or experience flamenco in the caves of Sacromonte. The narrow streets of the old Moorish quarter of the AlbaicÌn are perfect for exploration. The Sierra Nevada Mountains are only 45 minutes away with plenty of opportunities to go on beautiful treks. Students can also explore the area on horseback or mountain bikes. At the end of the day, students can enjoy the local cuisine in one of Granada’s charming squares with a perfect view of the Alhambra and the beautiful snow-covered mountains of Sierra Nevada.

“Language International is excited by the amount of inquiries we receive every day from students who wish to go to Barcelona, Granada and Valencia to delve into the Spanish language and culture. The collaboration with Sociedad Hispano Mundial in Granada allows Language International students to access more Spanish language learning schools,” said Karen Ong, CEO and founder of Language International.

Pilar Martinez, Director of Sociedad Hispano Mundial, explains the importance of this partnership with Language International: “Language International offers students exceptional customer service and has un unsurpassed reach. We can identify with the focus on customer service and quality.  We look forward to begin this exciting collaboration with Language International.

Language International initiates collaboration with Lacunza International House, San Sebastian

Language International, a leading provider of language study abroad programs, is delighted to announce our new partnership with Lacunza International House in San Sebastian, Spain. The partnership will extend Language International’s presence in Spain and allow Language International’s students to go to more interesting language immersion destinations.

San Sebastian is situated on the beautiful bay “Bahía de La Concha” facing the Atlantic, close to the Pyrenees and the French border. Students will have plenty of opportunity to try avant-garde cuisine as San Sebastian is only surpassed by Paris by the number of Michelin-starred restaurants. The charming Old Town is known for its bars, whereas the Centro Romántic is sure to tempt with its beautiful decorated shop windows. San Sebastian also boasts one of the most spectacular city beaches, complemented by Zurriola Beach across the river with its good surfing waves. Throughout the year, there are a number of cultural events such as the Jazz Festival and the International Film Festival.

“Language International is excited by the amount of inquiries we receive every day from students who wish to go to San Sebastian, Barcelona and Valencia to dive into the Spanish language and culture. The collaboration with Lacunza International House in San Sebastian allows Language International students to access a wide variety of courses,” said Karen Ong, CEO and founder of Language International.

Carlos Lacunza, Director of Lacunza International House – San Sebastian, explains the importance of the partnership with Language International: “Language International offers students exceptional customer service and has un unsurpassed reach. We also emphasize happy and secure students, and we therefore look forward to begin the collaboration with Language International.

Language International signs a partnership with Estudio Sampere

Language International, a leading provider of language study abroad programs, is delighted to announce our new partnership with Estudio Sampere. Estudio Sampere has branches in Alicante, Salamanca, and Madrid in Spain as well as in Ecuador. The partnership will extend Language International’s presence in both Ecuador and Spain and introduce these interesting cities as a language immersion destination for Language International’s students from all over the world.

Spain is the perfect destination to learn Spanish whether interested history, nature or just the relaxed Mediterranean atmosphere. From the bustling atmosphere of the capital Madrid, to the famous beaches of Alicante or the renowned university city Salamanca, all students can find fabulous museums, charming and historical city centers and the wonderful Spanish food.

Ecuador is an opportunity to both learn Spanish and experience the amazing Ecuadorian nature. In one day’s journey, it is possible to go from the jungle to glaciers and volcanoes and end the day at the beach. Exploring the Indian markets will be an adventure and a chance to meet the friendly and hospitable Ecuadorians.

 “Language International is very thrilled by the amount of inquiries we receive every day from students who wish to learn Spanish. Under this partnership with Estudio Sampere, Language International students will have access to a wider array of Spanish language learning destinations,” said Karen Ong, CEO and founder of Language International.

David Sampere, Marketing Director of Estudio Sampere, explains the importance of this partnership with Language International: “As a language school teaching Spanish, it is our aim that the collaboration with Language International will be a part of the new stage of Estudio Sampere. By launching our services to new markets, it will be possible to reach out to future students of the second most spoken language in the world. Our course offer in Spain and Ecuador, with the variety of cultures, and linguistic and tourist environments of these two countries, sets our school apart from the rest. This new agreement will relaunch and strengthen our presence in the market, and Language International will benefit from the collaboration with a school with more than 50 years of experience.”

The trade union of British Airways (BA) cabin crew has announced its intention to strike in March. This planned strike may affect our students travelling to and from the UK. Students who intend to fly to and from the UK may need to alter their travel arrangements.

A small number of flights for our UK students have already been cancelled, but all affected students have been notified and re-booked onto alternative flights with suitable transfer arrangements. If you have any concerns about your flight or wish to move your start dates, please contact your student advisor at Language International.

BA’s proposed strike dates are Sat 20, Sun 21, Mon 22, Sat 27, Sun 28, Mon 29, & Tue 30 March 2010.  BA expect to run some flights, but cancel or alter others. This situation may change, but British Airways have now suspended sales of affected flights for those days.

The latest information can be found on British Airways’ website.  This web page also has the latest details about the expected British Airways flight schedule during this period and methods for altering or cancelling tickets.

If you have booked a course with us and are affected by this British Airways strike, we ask that you inform us of any flight changes as soon as possible. While we will do everything we can to assist our students, any extra costs will be charged according to our terms and conditions, and it is particularly important that all students have adequate travel insurance to compensate for these delays and cancellations.

Our partners at abcCollege in Barcelona are offering a great last minute deal on their intensive Spanish course. The first student that signs up for Intensive Spanish through Language International gets a 2-week course for FREE. The minimum course duration is 4 weeks, and the language course can be taken in all of 2010, however, subject to class availability.

Included in abcCollege’s fees are:

• Initial test to assess the student’s proficiency
• Teaching material (textbooks are on a loan basis)
• Attendance Certificate
• Free Internet access and Wi-Fi.

Barcelona is a charming metropolis situated at the Mediterranean Sea. Here is amble opportunity to enjoy the beautiful beaches, go hiking in the scenic Montserrat mountain range, or explore the city which is known for its architecture by Antoni Gaudí. The greatest artists of the 20^th century have all come to Barcelona, including Picasso, Miró and Gaudí, so local museums are well-worth a visit. For those interested in history, Barcelona’s origins can be traced back to Roman times, and the city center has the largest concentration of Gothic architecture in all of Europe, leaving plenty of opportunity to explore narrow streets, charming plazas and the solemn atmosphere of historic cathedrals.

If you are thinking sending your children to learn Spanish or improve your own skills, don’t miss this great opportunity at abcCollege! But remember, it is only the first student who is eligible, so hurry. To find out more about studying Spanish in Barcelona, please contact us.

Language International enters collaboration with Escuela Montalbán Granada

Language International, a leading provider of language study abroad programs, is delighted to announce our new partnership with Escuela Montalbán in Granada. The partnership will add another fascinating location to Language International’s presence in Spain to the benefit of students all over the world who wish to experience Spanish culture.

Granada is one of the most fascinating cities in southern Spain. It has a distinctive youthful atmosphere since almost 1/3 of the inhabitants are university students. Both history and nature are abundant in and around Granada. Just a 20 minute walk from the city, visitors can find the world-famous Alhambra – a Moorish fortress and palace from the 14^th century. The sight is on UNESCO’s world heritage list. If more interested in nature and physical activities, then there are ample opportunities for hiking or horseback-riding in the Sierra Nevada or swimming in the Mediterranean. Granada itself also offers plenty of opportunity to explore the historical Moorish quarter of the Albaicín, Gypsie Flamenco at the Sacromonte or just to sit and enjoy tapas on one of the many charming squares of Granada.

“Language International is very thrilled by the amount of inquiries we receive every day from students who wish to go to Barcelona, Granada and Valencia to learn more about Spanish and the Spanish culture. Under this partnership with Escuela Montalbán in Granada, Language International students will have access to a wider array of Spanish language learning schools,” said Karen Ong, CEO and founder of Language International.

Margret Fortmann, Marketing Director of Escuela Montalbán, explains the importance of this partnership with Language International: “Language International offers students outstanding customer service, which has quickly been recognized by students all over the world. Language International’s focus on customer service matches our school’s philosophy perfectly, and we therefore look forward to collaborating with Language International.