Argentina
don Quijote’s partner school in Buenos Aires is located in a downtown historic area in the Palacio San Miguel and features 20 classrooms with natural light, a roof deck and common area for relaxing and socializing, a video room, a cafeteria and a computer room with free Internet access.
The convenient central location allows students to easily explore all that Buenos Aires has to offer. The school also arranges weekly activities to help students integrate themselves in the Argentine culture.
don Quijote’s partner school in Córdoba, Argentina is located in the downtown area near the shopping district of this beautiful colonial town. The school is located in a 2-story building and is equipped with 12 classrooms, a meeting room, a common kitchen, a video and Internet room, a cafeteria and a rooftop deck with lovely views. Additionally the school has access to a backyard garden area with a swimming pool where students can refresh themselves on hot summer days.
Students will enjoy a welcome brunch and city tour to get acquainted with their teachers and classmates. Classes are small, with a limit of 7 people per classroom to ensure optimal learning conditions. Additionally, the school arranges weekly excursions and/or activities.
don Quijote’s partner school in Bariloche, Argentina is located in the city center, near the Centro Civicois, and is equipped with 5 classrooms and common areas including a beautiful backyard area with views of Nahuel Huapi Lake and the surrounding hills. Free coffee and tea is available along with traditional Argentine croissants.
Bariloche is a wonderful option to study abroad offering traditional hospitality, outdoor activities and rich wildlife. Learn Spanish with don Quijote in this safe city, surrounded by incredible natural beauty.
don Quijote's partner school in Mendoza, Argentina is located near the main avenue and important monuments like the Parque Cívico, City Hall and Casa de Gobierno. The comfortable school has 6 classrooms, a computer room with free Internet access, a kitchen where students can store food, a beverage area, an audio visual room and a beautiful backyard area equipped with a barbecue.
Mendoza is an ideal location to learn Spanish and enjoy a variety of outdoor sports like rafting, kayaking, sailing and windsurfing. Additionally, the school organizes activities and excursions which may include visits to Mendoza wineries and the Patagonia Museum, ice skating near Nahuel Huapi Lake and various outdoor sports. For avid skiers, there are several international ski resorts to the northeast of Mendoza.
Bolivia
Sucre is the capital of Bolivia situated in the high parts of the Andes Mountains. Sucre is called the “White City” due to the color of its colonial style buildings. It conserves many remnants of its long history including fountains, cobblestone streets, churches, small squares and gardens. Near the city are valleys with rivers that are ideal for fishing and swimming and various locations with thermal spas.
don Quijote’s partner school in Sucre, Bolivia is located in the heart of the city center, one block from the main plaza and other places of interest. The school features 15 classrooms, 2 interior patios, a rooftop patio, a kitchen, two common rooms for relaxing and studying, free Internet access, an entertainment room and a quaint cafeteria called El Café Quito.
All teachers are specialized in teaching Spanish as a second language and hold official accreditations. The school provides students with lists of local cultural events and also organizes activities including dance classes, cooking classes, Spanish movie showings, seminars and workshops, parties and excursions to various local sites of interest.
Chile
Santiago de Chile is a capital city of contrasts: colonial and modern architecture, lively streets and quiet parks, upscale shopping and small markets, active nightlife and romantic restaurants and more. In addition to all the city has to offer, within a short distance one can also enjoy beautiful beaches and ski slopes, an exciting destination to learn Spanish in Chile.
don Quijote’s partner school in Santiago de Chile is located in a mansion built in 1925 by an influential architect. The building is a national monument and is located near the heart of Santiago’s historical center. The mansion is bright and spacious and features 14 classrooms, 5 restrooms, a video room, a computer room with Internet access, a cafeteria, a comfortable living room and a terrace with panoramic views of Santiago’s city center. This historic building features modern architecture with antique decoration; a true delight!
Apart from providing top-rate Spanish teaching, the school also organizes weekend excursions that may include adventurous activities like rafting, climbing and hiking in the Andes or the Pacific Coast. Additionally, the school arranges cultural activities to give students a glimpse into Chilean culture: Vineyard and wine tasting tours, excursions to the museum/house of Pablo Neruda, chats with local indigenous groups at the CONACIN cultural center, visits to local environmental NGOs, the KAIROS project (social work against poverty), the Archaeological Museum, the Cerro Santa Lucia and the Memorial of the victims of the Pinochet dictatorship.
Costa Rica
don Quijote's partner school in Flamingo Beach, Costa Rica is located on the waterfront near the entrance to the town. The beautiful building features 25 fully equipped classrooms with student common areas including a yard, kitchen, video room, a pool with a patio and a school library.
To help immerse students in Costa Rican culture, the school organizes cultural activities and excursions which can include dance classes, beach trips, literature classes, a sunset cruise, horseback riding, kayaking and snorkeling excursions, and visits to: Monkey Park, Arenal Volcano, Montezuma Beach, Vieja Volcano and Manuel Antonio National Park.
don Quijote's partner school in Heredia, Costa Rica is located in a breathtaking region in the small town of San Joaquin de Flores, just 15 minutes by bus from the International Heredia Airport.
The school boasts a spectacular building with 21 classrooms, a conference room, a cafeteria, a library and common areas with hammocks and tropical gardens.
The school organizes events and cultural activites to help students immerse themselves in Costa Rican culture such as Latin dance classes, cooking classes, literature and craft workshops, visits to coffee plantations, waterfall rappelling, white water rafting, excursions to the Arenal,Poás and Irazu Volcanos, Manuel Antonio National Park and Tortuguero National Park and jungle boat trips on the Sarapiquí River.
don Quijote's partner school in Monteverde, Costa Rica is centrally located and features 21 classrooms, an outdoor area, a video room with a big screen TV, a library, a computer room with Internet, a jacuzzi and showers, a game room, a commmon kitchen and a dining area.
The area of Monteverde is surrounded by lush tropical forests, a beautiful place to learn Spanish and get involved in the many activities offered including: Latin dance classes, cooking, literature and craft workshops, coffee plantation tours, waterfall rappelling, white-water rafting, excursions to the Arenal, Poas and Irazu Volcanoes, visits to Manuel Antonio National Park and Tortuguero National park and jungle boat trips on the Sarapiqui River.
don Quijote’s partner school located in Playa Jacó Costa Rica is an ideal location for those who want to combine an excellent Spanish program with a wide range of outdoor activities. Playa Jacó is located on the pacific coast of Costa Rica and is known for its vibrant nightlife and friendly people. It is also known worldwide for its great surfing at nearby Playa Hermosa and impressive fauna and wildlife which can be enjoyed at Carara National Park. Also, San José international airport is just 1.5 hours away by car.
Our Playa Jacó partner school is located in a residential neighborhood, just 7 blocks from one of Costa Rica's best beaches, and features 4 classrooms, an outdoor patio, a kitchen area, a large tropical garden, a small swimming pool, a terrace and several bathrooms. Students will find all essential amenities within walking distance. Free Internet access is available during certain hours.
The teaching staff is highly trained and follows the Common European Framework (levels A1 -C2) program. Additionally, the school organizes a wide range of activities for students to enjoy including Latin dance classes, Costa Rican cooking and fruit classes, hikes, excursions to National Parks, bicycle rentals, guided tours of the city and film night once a week. Playa Jacó, Costa Rica is also a wonderful destination to enjoy outdoor activities like kayaking, horseback riding, biking, fishing, hiking, canopy tours and surfing.
don Quijote's partner school in Coronado, Costa Rica is located on what once was a farm, surrounded by tropical landscapes with more than 100 varieties of plants, trees, birds and butterflies. Every Monday new students are offered a city tour to get acquainted with their new town.
Coronado is conveniently located near the Costa Rican capital of San Jose, with buses departing every 30 minutes. The city is home to abundant cafes, a gothic cathedral and a variety of restaurants and markets.
don Quijote's partner school in Coronado is associated with Spain's Cervantes Institute, which means that the teaching staff is highly qualified and meets rigorous standards in the teaching of Spanish to foreigners.
The school organizes weekly activities and/or excursions which may include dance classes, Costa Rican cooking classes, Cocktail mixing classes, Latin American literature, films, sports center excursions, hikes and visits to coffee plantations, the rainforest or Volcano National Park.
Cuba
don Quijote's partner association in Havana, Cuba is a unique program designed to provide students with a true cultural Cuban experience. What is different about this program? The program is not centralized in one building but rather students will be trained by highly educated Spanish teachers in their home, at the students' host family's house or in small groups at the Cuban cultural center. This system provides for an authentic experience for students to immerse themselves in the Spanish language and the rich Cuban culture.
don Quijote's partner teaching association in Havana, Cuba is a respected institution, affiliated with the UNEAC (Unión de Escritores y Artistas de Cuba).
Havana, Cuba is a country with an infectious rhythm and friendly people. Students here have the opportunity to not only improve their Spanish skills but also participate in a wide range of activities including: visits to rum museums and tobacco factories, horseback riding, scuba diving, various excursions and dance and music classes. Learn Spanish in Havana Cuba with don Quijote and enjoy the country's breathtaking landscape and historic cities, a true way to "Live Spanish".
don Quijote's partner association in Santiago de Cuba is a unique program designed to provide students with a true cultural Cuban experience. What is different about this program? The program is not centralized in one building but rather students will be trained by highly educated Spanish teachers in their home, at the students' host family's house or in small groups at the Cuban cultural center. This system provides for an authentic experience for students to immerse themselves in the Spanish language and the rich Cuban culture.
Santiago, Cuba is a city with an infectious rhythm and friendly people. Students here have the opportunity to not only improve their Spanish skills but also participate in a wide range of activities including: visits to rum museums, tobacco factories, the Morro Castle, a mango farm, a car museum, a dolphin reserve, Bacanao Lagoon beach, a guided city tour and dance and music classes.
Learn Spanish in Santiago de Cuba with don Quijote and enjoy the country's breathtaking landscape and historic cities, a true way to "Live Spanish".
Trinidad is situated in the central Cuban province of Sancti Spiritus, founded in 1514, it is one of the oldest cities in the Caribbean. In 1988 the city was declared a UNESCO World Heritage site in recognition of its well maintained colonial architecture. Visitors to Trinidad should not miss the Santísima Trinidad Church, located in the town square and home to the “Cristo de la Vera Cruz” national treasure, and Ancón beach, famous for its amazing scuba diving.
don Quijote's partner association in Trinidad, Cuba is a unique program designed to provide students with a true cultural Cuban experience. What is different about this program? The program is not centralized in one building but rather students will be trained by highly educated Spanish teachers in their home, at the students' host family's house or in small groups at the Cuban cultural center. This system provides for an authentic experience for students to immerse themselves in the Spanish language and the rich Cuban culture.
Trinidad, Cuba is a country with an infectious rhythm and friendly people. Students here have the opportunity to not only improve their Spanish skills but also participate in a wide range of activities including: visits to rum museums and tobacco factories,horseback riding, scuba diving, various excursions and dance and music classes. Learn Spanish in Trinidad, Cuba with don Quijote and enjoy the country's breathtaking landscape and historic cities, a true way to "Live Spanish".
Dominican Republic
Santo Domingo is the capital of the Dominican Republic; it is a large city offering dazzling casinos, active nightlife, great cuisine, shopping, top-scale hotels and everything a modern city has to offer. Santo Domingo also conserves its rich colonial past, with many historic buildings and museums. The area is wonderful for outdoor enthusiasts thanks to the impressive variety of landscapes in the area. Hiking, trekking through lush jungles or semi-arid deserts or basking in the Caribbean sun on white beaches are just some of the options available in Santo Domingo. This popular tourist destination still boasts terrains untouched by humans. There is a world to discover here, from its dazzling beauty to its local rhythms and dances, the Dominican Republic is a great choice to study Spanish.
don Quijote’s partner school is located in the University zone of the city and faces the Dominican University campus. The school building is surrounded by gardens and terraces with cozy indoor classrooms. Just 10 minutes away by public transport will take students to the historical colonial quarter of the city, where they can explore the various museums, theatres, historic buildings and dine in a variety of restaurants.
The school encourages students to participate in various activities and excursions such as dance classes, museum visits, theater performances, cultural events and hiking.
Sosua, the Dominican Republic, is a paradise that Christopher Columbus described as the most beautiful place he had ever seen. This setting is a small and leisurely alternative to the capital city of Santo Domingo yet continues to offer a variety of activities and lively nightlife. The region is a true natural treasure cove with lush subtropical vegetation, fertile valleys, high mountain ranges, long white beaches, palm trees and pristine turquoise water.
don Quijote’s partner school in Sosua is strategically located just a short walk from both the beach and the city center in the “El Batey” neighborhood. The school is surrounded by tropical trees providing shade to the outside terraces where classes are held. The outdoor garden area is equipped with lounge chairs and a ping-pong table for student to relax and socialize. The school also provides computers with Internet access and WIFI.
Our partner school in Sosua encourages students to get involved in Dominican life and arrange various activities such as movie viewings at Cinemateca Nacional, dancing to live music, guided city tours, beach excursions and a variety of water sports.
Ecuador
Quito is the capital of Ecuador and is the second highest capital city in the world. The city’s old quarter, one of the best conserved in Latin America, was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1978. Quito has an amazing climate, lively traditions mixed with contemporary culture and beautiful architecture, an ideal destination to learn Spanish.
don Quijote’s partner school in Quito, Ecuador is centrally located in a beautiful colonial building that features 9 classrooms, a video room, a library, a solarium, a cafeteria, and an indoor court for tennis, volleyball or other sports.
The school is registered and recognized by the Ecuadorian Ministry of Education and college credit is available for classes taken here. Our Quito partner school has also been recognized by the German Chamber of Commerce.
The school organizes a wide range of activities including dance lessons, cooking classes, cultural lectures, city tours, museum visits and excursions to soccer games, ballet performances, national parks, Indian markets and bird watching areas.
Guatemala
Our partner school in Antigua, Guatemala is just a couple of blocks from the Plaza Central. The small city size allows you to get around easily on foot an see all the beauty that Antigua has to offer. Our teachers are hand-picked and passionate about teaching and will make you feel right at home. To help students immerse themselves in the local culture, excursions and/or activities are arranged on a weekly basis.
Mexico
don Quijote Guanajuato, Mexico is centrally located close to all the main city attractions. The school is located in a brightly colored building that accomodates 110 students in 15 classrooms. Additionally, the school offers common ares such as an outside terrace, an inside courtyard and a multimedia room with free Internet and WIFI.
Guanajuato, Mexico is a small and beautifully colored colonial city located in central Mexico that was declared a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1988. The colonial buildings, museums, university and surrounding silver mines add to this city's eternal charm.
don Quijote Guanajuato prides itself on its small intimate classes, with a maximum of 8 students, providing an optimal environment for learning Spanish. Students can choose from general Spanish courses, volunteer programs, specialized Spanish courses and cultural classes.
don Quijote Guanajuato cooperates with don Quijote schools in Spain and Latin America offering students the opportunity to easily combine destinations at no extra charge.
don Quijote's partner school in Playa del Carmen is located in a beautiful area just 6 blocks from the city´s famous sandy white beaches. Classes are taken outside under thatched roofs surrounded by tropical gardens. Soak up the Mexican sun while learning Spanish in this fabulous Caribbean destination.
don Quijote's partner school in Oaxaca, Mexico is located in the city center, just blocks from the historic Santo Domingo Convent and the city's main square, or Zócalo. The beautiful old colonial building features thick walls too keep the classrooms cool and a large central patio. Nearby, students can enjoy a wide range of restaurants, museums and art galleries to endulge in authentic Mexican culture.
don Quijote's partner school in Oaxaca, Mexico also offers students a wide range of activities including cooking classes, arts and crafts workshops, salsa lessons, Mexican song classes, fiestas and picnics. Day excursions are also available to nearby places like Monte Alban, Hierve el Agua, “el Tule” tree, Mezcal distilleries, and visits to churches and convents.
Study Spanish in Oaxaca with don Quijote and experience an ethnic culture with a rich history.
Puerto Vallarta, Mexico is a major tourist destination with beautiful beaches, warm temperature, a wide range of outdoor activities, lively nightlife, historic buildings and museums.
don Quijote’s partner school in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico is just one block from the beautiful Pacific Ocean beaches. The school is located in a colonial-style building on a traditional city street, close to a variety of restaurants, cafes, shops and nightlife locations. The school features a large cafeteria and an open terrace used for various classes and workshops.
Additionally, the school organizes a variety of activities including Mexican cooking classes, arts and crafts, Salsa dance lessons, Mexican song workshops, “fiestas” and picnics.
Peru
don Quijote's partner school in Cuzco is located near the Plaza de las Armas, the main town square. The school is inside of a colonial building with 25 classrooms, a meeting room and an upper floor terrace.
Our school in Cuzco encourages students to participate in fun activities and classes to integrate them into Peruvian society. Some activities include: Peruvian music classes, cultural workshops, cooking classes, dance classes, nature hikes and various excursions to surrounding sites and areas.
don Quijote offers you the opportunity to study in this amazing city, filled with mystery, art and breathtaking views of the surrounding hills and Inca monuments.