In need of some inspiration? Want to capture the essence of Italian style for yourself? Then why not consider an Italian language, spa and shopping trip for your next holiday.
Away from the pressure of the 9-5, do something for you and indulge yourself on this unique long weekend course by combining private Italian lessons, a [...]
Italian cuisine has its origins dating as far back as 3,000 years ago to the Etruscan era and when it comes to their food, Italians really do do it better.�
To learn to cook like the Italians, there’s nothing like going direct to the source of the sauce to take a cooking class in Tuscany, in [...]
A former fishing village on the North Pacific Coast, Tamarindo in Costa Rica has a laidback feel with pristine beaches, clear blue waters, stunning natural surroundings, and near perfect weather.
With near perfect surfing conditions, Playa Tamarindo attracts both beginners learning to surf as well as seasoned pros. A perfect place to get off the tourist [...]
Dubai is a fascinating socio-political model for the 21st century: a melting pot of neo-liberalism and “subterranean” economy, Sunni Arab Islam and low taxes, souks and artificial islands, a giant warehouse and a tourist paradise, life in the fast lane and a consumer-mad society.
Dubai has a growing population of around 700,000 and describes itself as [...]
Catherine, a student at our language school in Sicily has written about daily life in Taormina, the activities on offer and the simple pleasures of daily life enjoyed all the better after learning Italian…�
My parents, avid travellers, introduced me to the joys of exploring new places and cultures at an early age and I have spent [...]
Elizabeth, a student in her 20’s has written about her experience learning Italian at one of our fantastic language schools in Sicily and spending 6 months in Italy…�
Taormina is a small town filled with history, beauty, and love! I spent a total of four months studying in Italy. Six weeks of this time I spend studying [...]
A student at our language school in Taormina in gorgeous Sicily has shared her experience of learning Italian whilst exploring the back roads of Sicily and experiencing the history, culture, food and drink of this beautiful region….
Words do not suffice to tell you how much I learned and enjoyed the first half of a three-month’s stay [...]
I’d like to share with you this lively article written by a visitor to our fantastic language and culture school in beautiful Sorrento on the Amalfi Coast of Italy…
As a single woman traveling alone, I can honestly tell you that it is difficult to go to restaurants and sit alone, walk along the beach without having men [...]
Recording took place for the Independent newspaper’s magazine radio programme ‘Something to Declare’ last night at Stanfords Travel Book shop in Covent Garden, London.
All sorts of recording paraphernalia was set-up on two round tables on the first floor of the shop whilst shoppers milled around browsing travel books and trying not to look too interested in what [...]
