Intensive

* Lessons per week: 20 group lessons / per week.
* Minimun Duration: 1 week.
* Spanish Level: Basic, Intermediate, Advanced.

Price per week: USD 165

The Intensive course aims at developing your communicative competences in the four main language skills: speaking, reading, listening and writing.

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Private  

* Lessons per week: 20 private lessons / per week.
* Minimun Duration: 1 lesson.
* Spanish Level: Basic, Intermediate, Advanced.

Price per week: USD 250 (20 lessons)

This course is tailor-made to your own personal needs and interests. It gives you a flexible schedule, and is perfect if you do not have much time to study and want to focus on a specific area.

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Located in south-eastern part of Peru, near the Sacred Valley of the Andes Mountains, Cuzco is the historical capital of the Incan Empire. Today, centuries later, the city has maintained that amazing cultural charm.
As a  result for a vivid history we have a blend of cultures, with many layers of history, and many places to visit, to understand, and to discover. Cuzco remains one of the most radiant expressions of Amerindian and mestizo; a mix of aborigins and Spaniards, a population and culture in all the American continents. The city displays local traditions, rituals, beliefs, festivals, monuments, and natural sceneries whose beauty can only be grasped once there.

Take your time to stroll through the city and stop by at any cultural or historic place you come across. Plaza de Armas is the main square of the city and the focal departure point for any visit. This site isn’t just a simple square, so pay attention to all the details it discloses to you. Next to it, you’ll see two of Cuzco’s most prominent churches. In the outskirts, you should visit Qoricancha or Temple of the Sun and the Museum of Pre-Columbian Art to have a profound insight of Inca’s culture. Some Inca’s ruins are still quite intact in Sacsayhuaman, Puca Purara, Tambomachay, among a dozen of other sites.

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The best of the city

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Transport

Cuzco is conected by bus and plane. So you won't have any problems in get around and travel.

Climate

Generally there are two climatic seasons: rainy season from November to March and no rain season from April to October. With an average of 20 º C per year, the weather remains stable.

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Available Accommodation Options in Cuzco

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Families & Homestays

Our families know, due to their experience, what it means to be a real host. They have received many students from different nationalities, occupations and ages. We will take into consideration your likes and preferences.
Living with a local family is the best way to learn their customs, likes, flavors, while you learn a new language.

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Peru is bordered on north by Ecuador and Colombia, east by Brazil, southeast Bolivia and on south with Chile. It is distinguished by its diversity of landscapes, due to its territory. You'll find valleys, plains, high mountains and the Amazon River. It's a country with huge biodiversity and mineral resources. We should not underestimate either the tropical beaches of Peru, that have nothing to envy to the Caribbean.

On the other hand we also found the American country with more archaeological remains being the famoust the Machu Picchu. Peru has ancient culture and traditions. Dances and crafts (highly valued internationally) are a good example for it. As part of the Amazon have in their domains becomes one of the countries with more different species, which makes Peru a destination that one should not miss. A perfect place to start your adventure!

The best of the country

Food & Drinks	Music & Dance
Peru has the Guinness Record for the largest variety of dishes (exactly 491), over 2.000 soups and 250 desserts are waiting to be tasted. Lima was declared the gastronomic capital of Latin America. When testing the "pachamanca" and "Juane" you will notice that the food in Peru is not only varied but also delicious.	The mixture of cultures in Peru has created different dance and music styles such as Andean, Creole and Amazon. You can also find Afro-Peruvian dances or dances like the Peruvian waltz (very popular among lovers of tango) and zamacueca. Some Peruvian artists achieved international awards such as the Latin Grammys.
Plastic Arts	Cinema
Peru is a country with a long art history. Particularly remarkable is pre-Columbian art,very rich in the country. Also Colonial art stands out in Peru,  which retracted the Peruvian society in their day to day. Peru is among the countries with more archaeological founds, a place where you breathe art in the streets, in every corner of the country.	Peruvian cinema has collected several awards throughout its history. Directors like Claudia Llosa with "Madeinusa" or "The scared tit", Francisco J. Lombardi with "The mouth of the wolf" or "Fallen from Heaven" are remarkable. Films like "Days of Santiago", "Double Game", "The Test" or "Paper Dove"should also be mentioned.
Science and technology	Sports
Peru is a country that throughout history has contributed with great scientists such as Mariano Eduardo de Rivero and Ustariz (the greatest scientist of the 19th century in Peru), Santiago Antunez de Mayolo Gomero, Aurora Chirinos Pizarro, Oswaldo Mendoza Baca and many others.	Soccer is the world's most popular sport in Peru and also the most practiced. The Peruvian team has reached the final of the World Cup four times and won the Copa America twice. Peru also excels in tennis and volleyball.
Spare time	Literature
Free time is very important for Peruvians. They often meet to take a drink with friends, but the family also plays an important role in life and shouldn't be left aside.	In the Peruvian literature it is necessary to highlight two names above others. The first is Inca Garcilaso de la Vega, mestizo historian and writer famous for his "Royal Commentaries of the Incas", banned by the Spanish crown. The second, of course, the Nobel Prize winner Mario Vargas Llosa, also awarded with the Cervantes Prize and the Prince of Asturias of the letters.

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Your safety first...

When engaging in any of our programs a travel and health insurance is essential for yours and your familiy's peace of mind. We want your experience to be as exciting as possible and in order for it to be like that, feeling safe and protected is a must. We offer an International Travel Insurance tailored specially for experiential travelers like you.
You can choose different plans according to your insurance needs and expectations. The plans Silver and Bronze feature Travel Health/Accident Insurance, Emergency Travel Insurance, Travel Accident Indemnity Insurance, Travel Assistance, Travel Luggage Insurance, Travel Third Party Liability Insurance limited to your desired coverage amount. The Gold plan features unlimited coverage (including extreme sports) at a really competitive market price.

Some of the benefits of booking your Travel Insurance with us are:

• You'll be making sure that your full experience is organized as a whole, taking care of each aspect of it
• We make sure that you get the best coverage, adapted to your individual needs.
• Our International Travel Insurance is known worldwide and accepted by health facilities and professionals all over the world.
• Our insurance provider offers the best cost/quality rates of the market with over 20 years of experience and has been taking care of our participants for many years.
• Our tutors will be able to assist you with the insurance usage, the contact with the company and the relation: hospital-insurance

For your safety, we will ask you your insurance information when you book your program. We recommend that you use our Travel Insurance provided by CareMed International Travel Insurance. You'll be able to enjoy your journey knowing that any sudden or unexpected situation will be taken care of. And your family will be able to feel happy for you and your life-changing experience instead of worrying during your stay abroad.

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Transfer Service
 

COINED provides airport transfer service to meet students at the airport and transfer them to their accommodation. We can meet students at the domestic or international airports.

Students must always inform COINED about the date and time of  arrival, even in cases where the transfer service has not been requested. Airport pick-up only transfers students from the designated airport to the designated accommodation.

- Flight details (date, time, airport, airline, and flight number) must be confirmed in writing before arrival; otherwise COINED shall not guarantee the transfer service and no refunds shall be given for this service.
- All costs incurred due to failure to notify COINED of arrival information in due time are the participant's responsibility.
- In case of flights delays, changes, and so on, COINED will provide the transfer service but will reserve the right to charge additional costs, if necessary.
- If any changes regarding flight details are not duly informed, COINED shall not take responsibility for the proper provision of the transfer service.

For more information regarding our transfer service please contact us. We will be happy to assist you!.

* Please contact us for more information about Arrivals / Departures Transfer Service.
** Price per person, per week.

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The favorite outdoor activities of the students are, for example:   Guided tour through the old city at night. Visit the market. Visit Museums: Inka and the Convent. Visit the Qoricancha. Tours: Machu Picchu, Nazca Lines, Qenko Ruins and Tambomachain Ruins, and others.

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Spanish courses         Special courses & programs         Tuition with Accommodation         Accommodation

Spanish Courses 2012:

Prices are in USD

For programs longer than six weeks, please contact us.

How to Calculate your Spanish Course  (Example, 13 + weeks)

Special Courses & Programs:

Registration fee USD 75. Courses start every Monday except on closed dates No lessons will be held on school’s closed dates and there will be no extra lessons to compensate for them. Study material included.

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What’s included?

• Welcome package,
• First day placement exam.
• Spanish Course.
• Weekly tours & Recreational calendar activities.
• Course certificate.
• 24 hrs emergency phone.
• Local mentor.
• Internet access, Wi-Fi.
• Access to kitchen facilities at the school.
• Coffee, tea, milk, refrigerated water.

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Tuition with Accommodation 2012:

Prices are in USD

For programs longer than one week, please contact us.

References:
Individual / Shared = Room; WB=With Breakfast; HB=Half Board (Breakfast and Dinner); WM=Without Meals.
Accommodation extra day: USD 25 per night, all accommodation.

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Accommodation 2012:

Prices are in USD

References:
Individual / Shared = Room; WB=With Breakfast; HB=Half Board (Breakfast and Dinner); WM=Without Meals.
Accommodation extra day: USD 25 per night, all accommodation.
More information about Accommodation in Cuzco.

What´s included?

• Families & Homestay: Cleaning service once a week; telephone service to receive calls (available to make calls with prepaid cards); towels and bed linen (changed once a week). Upon requirement: Kitchen access; internet service; cable TV.

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How is my Spanish level determined?

You will take a placement test on your first day to establish the Spanish course level you will attend to. You may change levels depending on your learning skills.

What happens if there is not a course available for my level?

If there isn’t a Spanish course according to your level, a course will be opened for you specially and you will have individual lessons until other students with the same level of Spanish arrive. The price of these individual lessons will keep the same as the group ones.

Can I take my lessons in different destinations?

You can take your Spanish lessons in different places in various countries in Latin America. It is possible to combine destinations in any of our schools in Latin America or Spain without extra charge. You will find the same teaching method in all our Spanish schools.

Will I get a certificate after finishing the program?

Yes, you will get a certificate that specifies the level of Spanish achieved and the amount of hours you have taken. You will get also a progress report which includes the skills developed during your course and a recommendation letter from your teacher.

Will I receive university credits?

You can receive university credits for attending to our schools but you should first visit your school’s language department in order to know the specific requirements. Common requests from universities are: course syllabus, talking to other teachers who know the program, classroom hours, course levels, academic policies, receiving progress reports from your teachers while abroad and giving you a test upon your return. We will help you gather all the necessary paperwork and you may schedule an interview with your academic advisor if needed.

How am I going to develop my Spanish skills?

Our methods combine both theory and practice, addressing all of the linguistic and functional pragmatic aspects of the spoken language, along with key socio-cultural information essential for you to gain proficiency and in order to achieve your goals. Grammar, reading, writing, listening, speaking and vocabulary are always integrated in order to approximate you to an authentic communicative environment.
You will begin with practical situations. Grammar lessons will be introduced gradually during the process. Lessons' topics and contents are related to daily life’s situations.

How many levels are there?

COINED offers 3 different levels following the requisites and guidelines from the Common European Framework of Reference. Each level is divided into 2 sublevels varying from lesser to greater linguistic capability: Basic (A), Intermediate (B), Advanced (C).

How many lessons do I need to reach a different level?

It depends on the level you already have, the one you want to reach and the kind of program you are taking. If you are a beginner, it takes approximately 40 to 60 group lessons per week to get you into the next level. But if you don’t have enough time you can reduce the time at half by achieving the same level with private lessons. For further information please contact us. We will be happy to help.

Is the study material included in the Spanish course?

In almost every destination the study material, according to your level, is included. In case you choose a destination that doesn't include it, we will let you know.

What is a typical day like?

You can take lessons from 9 AM to 1 PM or from 2 PM until 6 PM according to your schedule and your program.
Afternoon classes (2 PM to 6 PM) are usually reserved for students requesting additional hours or different programs.
Many days include school activities in the afternoon or the evening.

When do I have to register to the program?

You should register at least four weeks before the program starts to guarantee you a spot in our schools.  For bookins done lless than four weeks before the start date, we cannot guarantee your place in a group but you can write or call us to check for availability in such cases.

 If I want to combine destinations, do I have to register at each separate location?

No, if you are planning to combine your destination simply register at the location you will be at first, and then indicate which date you plan to switch to another school.