From the Classroom to the Piazza

This two-week Italian language program features daily interactive classes, along with an abundance of opportunities to engage with other students, meet locals and explore the town of Pennabilli and the surrounding area. Our program blends comprehensive exposure with explicit instruction  in a truly immersive approach, while providing ample opportunities and encouragement for you to apply your language skills in real everyday situations in the small village where we stay. 

The heart of "Living the Language" is the chance to use your language skills in uniquely local activities. Each season we will offer different activities, like meeting artists or musicians, visiting the museum for a tour in Italian, hands on crafts, or small group conversations with locals. Please note that additional activities may be scheduled when possible.

These planned activities complement the lessons, offering opportunities to use what you're learning in the classroom, while independent "self-guided" learning blocks let you choose from a variety of ways to interact with locals and get to know each other in a relaxed way. There’s also free time to explore on your own, walk in the countryside, sample gelato, or just enjoy the slower pace of life in a small village. Altogether it creates an authentic, cultural experience that is unique to Esperienza, and makes learning the language fun!

ABOUT THE PROGRAM:

Situated in the beautiful and charming village of Pennabilli in Emilia-Romagna, you’ll immerse yourself in the Italian way of life, learning the language as you cook, eat, drink and interact with other students and the local community. Experience the language with all your senses, from literature to cinema, song, cooking, art, and everything in between. Accompanied by your Italian instructor, you’ll meet locals eager to share their knowledge, culture and inspiration. The program is open to all levels. 

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Arrive at the airport of Bologna no later than 4:00pm. You’ll meet your Esperienza teacher/guide and driver for a transfer via private shuttle to the charming medieval town of Pennabilli. 

Check-in at the Hotel il Duca del Montefeltro. Light dinner upon arrival.

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In the mornings, breakfast is generally followed by language classes from 9:30 AM to 1:00 PM. 

In the afternoons, Esperienza offers planned excursions to nearby towns, villages and parks. 

On select days, students are assigned to various interactive experiences at locations including museums, restaurants, shops, artists’ studios, and the town hall. Esperienza may also connect you with local residents for a one-on-one lunch to practice your language skills.

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After class in the morning, we'll depart Pennabilli in the late afternoon for a visit to Sant'Agata Feltria. We'll enjoy a guided tour of the city, including its one-of-a-kind museum dedicated to the "rural arts" and its charming theatre, then dinner together at a local restaurant, where “Stasera si parla italiano.”

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After class in the morning, we will travel to a nearby hamlet, where we'll experience a private improvisational performance by "Teatro Altrove" a volunteer comedy troupe. Later, we'll share dinner with the actors and locals.  

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After morning classes, we'll depart to explore the beautiful and historic medieval town of San Leo. A guided tour of the historic center will be provided, including it cliffhanging castle. Filled with stories and legends, its unique geography provided great protection from approaching enemies. 

Enjoy time to relax and explore the shops in the late afternoon, followed by dinner together in San Leo. 

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Set in a green and beautiful natural setting, Hotel il Duca del Montefeltro awaits you in the hills of the Valmarecchia. Steps from the historic center of Pennabilli, a small and charming medieval village with a lively spirit, chosen by the poet Tonino Guerra as his adopted town.

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