Learn Spanish in Guatemala

Having signed a peace accord recently that stopped the 36 year guerrilla state of war, this South American country, somewhat smaller than the state of Wisconsin, seems to be transforming into the next hot spot with a major bump of tourism. No longer just for the young traveler, travelers worldwide visit Antigua for its promise of colorful diversity, many tales of folklore, natural wonders, Semana Santa parades and Spanish language learning.

All kinds of people discover themselves beginning off their trip with Antigua as their hub. Antigua is possibly one of the most attractive colonial cities in South America, and from there international study abroad students can experience the a lot of activities that allow tourists to fall in love. This tiny and relaxed untouched city, found in a valley next to 3 volcanoes, Agua, Acatenango and Fuego, offers ruined and restored building, a pleasing variety of typical restaurants, lively bars, lots of shopping, and the tranquil central zone. Central America and especially, Antigua, is well known for its cheap and tons of Spanish language schools that appeal to language students who want to take an educational vacation to learn Spanish.

While in Guatemala, it is highly counselled that one Check out their Spanish institutes, where there are various chances for visitors, young and old, to study Spanish, volunteer in the a variety of social, educational and healthcare organizations in need, take part in homestays with local Guatemalan families, experience the schools organized entertainment, and get together with the other students for excursions, salsa dancing or a beer.

Though Antigua is known to some people as the Spanish school capital of Central America with as a lot of people it draws in. But from time to time you have to look for additional chances to use your Spanish language outside of the classroom setting. For example, many visitors reside with local Guatemalan families to try speaking with them. Others volunteer in Guatemalan projects or accept volunteer positions at charitable organizations.  Or one may want to teach English as an ESL teacher in Guatemala. Or go to the outdoor market on the west part of the town where the locals shop or ride in one of the many motorized “tuk tuks” that take you in and around Antigua. There is no shortage of ways to speak Spanish in this colorful and captivating city!

Despite the comfort and ease of Antigua, traveling all over Central America is a definite must for vacationers who would like to try out all that Guatemala has to offer. One of the rewards of learning Spanish is that study abroad participants can venture out of the classroom to see its innocent beauty while continuing the learning process. The Spanish language is the official language of Guatemala but there are many different Mayan languages.

On the other hand, no trip to Guatemala would be complete without a trip to the fascinating Mayan structures of Tikal, in the north of the country. Get ready to enjoy some of the best archeological wonders in the world even though the bulk of the architecture remain unexcavated. Tikal, the largest and in all probability the most ancient of the Mayan cities, has a handful of skyscraper like pyramids straining toward the heavens, beyond the lush jungle tree tops. However the pyramids and jungle vegetation are not adequate, Tikal delivers an fantastic opportunity for fauna and bird watching.

Traveling in Guatemala is an adventure in and of itself. Find oneself on a “chicken bus” and you are sure to learn Spanish while having fun. These brightly painted recycled U.S. school buses overflowing with religious artifacts and loud, festive music take local Guatemalans and foreigners in and out of Antigua. Stopping anyplace a person wishes to get on or off, there are usual people jammed into the small seats and aisles. This makes studying the Spanish language a must.

So why not travel to Antigua and live the Spanish language