Alicante, Spain
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What to expect
Alicante, Spain, is a sun-drenched Mediterranean city known for its sparkling beaches, historic castle overlooking the sea, lively promenade, and rich blend of coastal culture and modern charm.
Expect a fully immersive Spanish experience with accommodations in a homestay or residencia, interactive language classes, and cultural excursions to historic landmarks, museums, and architectural treasures. Alicante’s rich past and vibrant urban life make it an ideal place to practice Spanish in everyday conversations.
From savoring local cuisine in bustling plazas to exploring historic sites, every moment in Alicante offers an opportunity to engage with Spanish culture. With its lively neighborhoods and interactive language programs, the city provides an unforgettable educational travel experience.
Alicante, Spain
Daily Schedule
Light breakfast according to Spanish tradition
Morning (9am – 12:15pm) Small Group Language Classes in grammar and conversation
Enjoy lunch, the primary meal of the day, with your host family or in your residencia
Each evening, explore Alicante with group activities and excursions in and around town.
Have dinner with your host family or out on the town
Activities and Excursions
We are committed to offering enriching travel experiences that leave a lasting impact—not just on our participants but also on the communities we collaborate with.
In and around Alicante, you’ll appreciate:
Walking tour of the historic center of Alicante
The Ocean Race Museum
Traditional horchata and fartons
Flamenco dance lesson
Spanish cooking class
Catamaran route in the bay
Typical tapas afternoon
Santa Barbara Castle
Mug painting on the beach
Roman Ruins of Lucentum
Farewell dinner
On our weekend excursions:
Travel by ferry to the charming Tabarca Island
Explore Villajoyosa and visit the Valor Chocolate Museum
Visit the whitewashed town of Altea
Enjoy a day in Madrid, sightseeing and shopping
Group leader Madison Rubino will be there to make sure your experience in Alicante is top notch. She is a Spanish teacher from Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. She fell in love with the Spanish language at a young age and has a passion for travel. She has traveled multiple times to Spain and Latin America, including leading SANAS groups in both places. She also spent 6 weeks in Cuenca during the summer of 2023 with a Fulbright-Hays Group Project Abroad.
Through homestay experiences, structured language instruction, and cultural excursions, we create opportunities for meaningful interactions that enhance both language skills and cultural appreciation. Our goal is not just fluency, but also a broader understanding of the Spanish-speaking world, encouraging empathy, curiosity, and a lifelong love for learning. Our vision is to create a world where language learning is a gateway to deeper cultural understanding and connection. By prioritizing authentic experiences over superficial tourism, we hope to inspire travelers to engage with local traditions, embrace different perspectives, and become global citizens.
Group Travel
Join our summer immersion trips in Spain and Ecuador, complete with homestay, language courses, and guided cultural excursions.
Customized Itineraries
Personalize your Spanish immersion experience with flexible travel plans and homestay opportunities in Spain or Ecuador.
Free Leader Trips
Educators and group leaders travel free by organizing a custom Spanish immersion trip for students or adult participants.
Cultural Excursions
Explore historical sites, local markets, and cultural landmarks while engaging in real-world Spanish practice through guided experiences.