From the Classroom to the Piazza

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 Verucchio 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 6:00pm. You’ll meet your Esperienza teacher/guide and driver for a transfer via private shuttle to the charming medieval town of Verucchio. Check-in at Oste del Castello. 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 at the local museum. In the afternoons, Esperienza offers planned excursions to nearby towns, villages and parks. 

On select days, students participate in 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 Verucchio in the late afternoon for a visit to the City of Poets and Artists, Sant’Arcangelo di Romagna. We'll enjoy a guided tour of the city, then dinner together in Sant’Arcangelo di Romagna, where “Stasera si parla italiano.”

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Spend a day in Pennabilli, the village where Esperienza started, and explore its fascinating history with a local guide, followed by lunch with local residents.

In the late afternoon, we'll continue on to Miratoio, a nearby hamlet of less than 100 inhabitants, 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 vibrant and historic city of Rimini. A guided tour of the historic center will be provided.

Enjoy time for shopping and dinner on your own in Rimini. Esperienza will be happy to provide restaurant and shopping recommendations as needed.

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Welcome to this picturesque 4-star hotel in the heart of Verucchio, a 2020 Traveler’s Choice, transformed from an historic residence dating back to 1700. Featuring a restaurant and spa, the hotel overlooks the stunning landscapes of Valmarecchia, chosen as backdrop for paintings by Pero della Francesca and Leonardo da Vinci.

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