Portuguese Language School - Faro

  Portugal

Faro

Dates: inquire for dates

Description: CIAL was founded over 25 years ago, and during this time has taught thousands of individuals how to speak Portuguese. Today CIAL has become one of the premiere Portuguese language schools in Portugal and is recognized by numerous national and international organizations. CIAL's method places specific emphasis on language for communication. The method can be described as structural/functional, the grammar and structures being taught and learned naturally, through practical usage. Students are encouraged to use CIAL's audio, video and library facilities in order to practice their language skills. Students at CIAL have the choice of taking small group or private instruction. Private instruction can be tailored to accommodate the needs of businesspeople, medical personnel, etc. Besides a location in Faro, CIAL also has language centers in Porto and Lisbon.

Quick School Facts

* The facilities are ideal for small group and/or private instruction.
* CIAL uses a very comprehensive series of books and materials.
* CIAL incorporates the use of audio-visual teaching aids.
* Students have access to telephone and fax services at the school (not free).
* Students have as a standard accommodation package, the choice of staying with local host families.
* The school can help to place students in a hotel if they do not want to stay with a host family.

Highlights: Capital of the Algarve since 1756, Faro has been reborn several times over the centuries'following invasion, fire, and earthquake. A prehistoric fishing village, it became an important port and administrative center under the Romans, who named it Ossonoba. Captured from the Moors in 1249 by Alfonso III, Faro prospered until 1596, when it was sacked and burned by British forces. A new city rose from the ashes, only to be badly damaged in the earthquake of 1755. The city currently has all the facilities of a modern European city, with an attractive shopping area, good restaurants, and a 'real' Portuguese feel in contrast to many nearby resorts.

Today Faro, and the region around it have become one of the more popular regions of Portugal. There are small fishing villages and secluded beaches, particularly in the west, that so far have escaped attention; an abundance of extraordinary rock formations and idyllic grottoes, also in the west; and to the east, a series of isolated sandbar islands and sun drenched beaches.
- Faro is located in one of the most beautiful regions of Portugal.
- The weather in and around Faro is some of the best you will find in Portugal.
- The best beaches in Portugal are found close to Faro.
- From Faro it is extremely easy to get to many destinations such as Sevilla located in Spain.
- Many people will take a few days to visit North Africa.
- This region of Portugal is full of Moorish influence.
- Due to the mild weather, one has the chance to participate in a variety of exciting outdoor activities and sports.
- Faro and the area around it have numerous bars, restaurants, and shops.
- This region of Portugal offers some tasty local dishes.
- Getting in and out of Faro by plane is very easy.

Cost in US$: $1000 - $1500

Credit Available: yes

Experience Required: no