Program: Spanish Group CourseHomestay Plus · Location: Andean SierraOtavaloQuito
Reply of Ailola Lingua:I highly recommend both the Traveling Classroom program and the classes at the school in Quito. The Walking Through the Andes program went to so many beautiful places. I don't think I've ever used the word "marvelous" with such frequency in my life. The natural beauty of the Andes, the waterfalls and lakes is breathtaking. The quality & pacing of my Spanish instruction was excellent. I love my host family in Otavalo and feel blessed to have met them. They went out of their way to make me feel like a part of their family.
My week of classes in Quito was also outstanding. Again, my host family went out of their way to help me feel at home, even surprising me on my birthday. My classes were outstanding. I so value my teacher's ability to explain grammar rules clearly, supplying multiple examples. She also welcomed & encouraged questions and discussion. The school staff in Quito goes above & beyond to support students' needs and interests. They arranged an escorted trip for me to visit La Mitad del Mundo, even though it wasn't on the regular schedule and no other students were interested or available. The walking tours, museum visits, and evening tour of panoramic Quito were all worth the time and money. They helped me experience more of Quito and connect with other students too. I feel I am leaving with so many new friends. I feel so blessed to have been here. If I could stay longer, I would. I will just need to come back again.
Many thanks for your review!