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View Article  A new star is born

Blogging Spanish is our new blog of Spanish language. A blog for students, teachers and for anyone interested in Spanish language and culture.


In Blogging Spanish we will offer you the latest news about don Quijote, the world's leading institution for Spanish in-country courses. You will find the best offers for your Spanish course abroad, news about Spanish language, useful resources and information about Spanish-speaking countries and cultures.

A new star is born,
go to http://blog.donquijote.org and visit our new blog.
We want to hear what you think, please leave us your comments. 

View Article  Poll Results: most Spanish Teaching visitors are learning Spanish - for the sheer pleasure of it!
Blog poll results are in!
 
We asked why you were learning Spanish and 82 of you responded.
 
The most common motivation?
Just plain fun! We wholeheartedly approve of that reason for learning any language. Here are the full results:   more »
View Article  Do you teach Spanish?

If your answer is yes, congratulations! We have a special deal for you this summer.

At don Quijote Spanish schools we want to reward Spanish teachers, instructors, and professors with a special offer this summer.

Participate in our Spanish for teachers course in Barcelona starting in July and you will get a free set of didactic materials composed of 6 excellent books to take home with you.

We will also give you the chance to explore Spain and/or visit your friends, with a voucher for up to three nights stay in selected hotels in Spain, Andorra and Portugal.

Don’t miss this opportunity to participate in a specialized program for Spanish language teachers, to refresh your Spanish, to perfect your teaching methods and to share your experience with other teachers from different countries.

Request a free course brochure and more information

Read all the details about this offer here

View Article  Volunteer programs in Latin America

Last week we had Pedro, the director of our Spanish school in Guanajuato, visiting us here in Salamanca. He told us about don Quijote's beautiful school in Mexico, about the students (here is a picture), and about the volunteer programs.

If you want to learn or improve Spanish adding a special something to your Spanish course, try our volunteer programs in México.

don Quijote offers you a four week Spanish course followed by a four week volunteer experience in various social institutions. A chance to work with people less fortunate and make a difference in their lives. While helping those in need you will be able to improve your Spanish and enjoy the beautiful Mexican city of Guanajuato.

Volunteer programs are also available in Ecuador, Bolivia, Costa Rica, Peru and Guatemala.

Request more information here

View Article  Learning Spanish with don Quijote has become a reality show!

Yes, the rumours are true! don Quijote Salamanca has been chosen as the scenario for a new hip reality show, "Una casa en España". 8 Finnish students of all ages, have come to take on the ultimate challenge. In less than one month, they must master the Spanish language or be sent home!

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View Article  Spanish courses and a great vacation!

If you are thinking about taking a Spanish course abroad
here is a good reason to do it now!
Until june 30th with every course booking at don Quijote, you will get a voucher for a free stay of up to 3 nights in selected hotels in Spain, Portugal and Andorra.
The voucher is yours to use as you like. Travel on a weekend with your don Quijote classmates or a visiting friend from home. Invite a family member to Spain. Spend a few days practicing all you’ve learned in a new Spanish city after your course
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View Article  Teacher Appreciation Week

We can’t forget that the week of May 6 - May 12 is Teacher Appreciation Week, a time to draw attention to the important role teachers play in making sure every student receives the quality education they deserve. This special week was established in 1984 by the National PTA to honour the dedicated men and women who lend their time, patience and expertise to our education.

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