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and galleries, and beautiful public plazas. Its little sister, Lucca, also shows traces of a rich history. You can still walk or even bike on top of the ancient city walls! Both cities also offer plenty of opportunities to learn about the Italian way of enjoying life, which always includes delicious food.
The Language Institute
In Florence, you will find yourself studying in the Palazzo Borghese, a Renaissance palace located between Piazza Domo and Piazza Santa Croce. It features a restaurant, a film collection, an internet room, and a gourmet information center! The campus in Lucca occupies a historic building in downtown Lucca, near the Torre Giunigi. Of course, it also has a gourmet information center. Both campuses are part of the same accredited language institute, founded in 1980 with the goal of teaching Italian in its cultural context.
The Classes
You can choose from a variety of different classes that all combine the study of the Italian language with the discovery of the local culture and customs. Class sizes range from 4 to 12 students. The basic course consists of 20 hours of classes per week, usually scheduled in the mornings. At the end of your course, you can request a certificate of attendance, stating the length of the course and your language ability level.
Cultural Activities
In both locations, you can join many exciting cultural activities and excursions. For example, you might watch a current Italian film, explore Etruscan archeological sites, take a day trip to a small Tuscan town, sample traditional Tuscan food, or learn about Italian art history. Many of these activities are included in your program fees. You may want to budget a little extra for entrance fees and transportation costs.
Special Option: Italian Language and Pizza Course!
Learn the secrets of a classic Italian dish that has won hearts and stomachs around the world! The course takes place in a pizzeria in Florence and covers the history of the pizza as well as the techniques that make it perfect. Contact us for details!
Accommodations
A homestay with a local family is the best way to immerse yourself into the daily life in Italy. Host families come in all shapes and sizes, but what they all have in common is a strong interest in sharing their culture. All homestays include breakfast; dinner can be arranged for an extra fee.
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