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OVERVIEW: The CCS Spanish Immersion Gap Year Program is a perfect choice for those seeking to soak up Latin American culture and language, while making a real impact. Whether you’re a Spanish language beginner or a seasoned veteran, a lover of Latin American history or only beginning to explore the richly diverse cultures of South and Central America, this itinerary has something for everyone! Join us for a year that you won’t soon forget as you perfect your Spanish skills while exploring three distinct Latin American nations. Kick off your volunteer adventure and your Spanish language immersion in Cartago, Costa Rica, a small and centrally located city that puts you within easy traveling distance of everything you’ll want to explore in this ecologically astounding nation. Next, jet off to Guatemala with some solid Spanish skills under your belt. This off-the- beaten-path destination has yet to grow popular with tourists, so you’ll enjoy a chance to immerse yourself in Central American culture in a way that few people ever get to experience. And to wrap up your Spanish Immersion Gap Year, end your journey in Peru. A veritable cultural melting pot, you’ll find endless opportunities to put your newfound language skills to the tests as you visit markets, cities, coastline, and historic ruins. This customized gap year itinerary has been designed so that you’ll get the most out of your international experience. Marrying classroom and experiential learning is proven to be best path toward learning a new language. And you’ll get just that with CCS, all while leaving a positive impact on the local communities through your volunteer placements! With CCS, you’ll discover the perfect balance: genuine cultural exchange, immersive and eye-opening organized social activities, impactful volunteering, and free time for larger-than- life adventures and exploration! SPANISH IMMERSION GAP YEAR THIS CHANGES EVERYTHING You’ve been dreaming about your gap year adventure for as long as you can remember, and now it’s time to explore the details of your perfect Spanish immersion volunteer adventure. Program Fee: $11,500 Spring Semester 2016 Peru, 4 weeks: February 13 Costa Rica, 4 weeks: March 13 Guatemala, 4 weeks: April 917 Fall Semester 2016 Guatemala, 4 weeks: September 10 Costa Rica, 4 weeks: October 9 Peru, 4 weeks: November 5 ___ Call us to finalize your dates! 800-380-4777
