Learn to speak like a local in the beautiful Venice, Italy

Buongiorno! Choose your language holiday in Venezia, it is a city with a storied history and an unparalleled ambiance, offering visitors an experience like no other. Whether you’re exploring its enchanting canals, immersing yourself in its art and culture, or savoring its culinary delights, Venice presents a myriad of extraordinary experiences. Find out about the Venetian’s unique way of life with a visit to Venice itself and other local areas to practice your language skills.

Visiting the Veneto region allows you to step into a world of history, art, and culture like no other. Its distinct character, unparalleled beauty, and romantic allure make it a destination that captures the hearts of travelers from around the globe and the perfect destination for those wanting to develop their Italian language skills.

Where you’re going to stay
Our villa is a beautiful Venetian manor house situated near the small town of Treviso. Dating back to the 1500s, the villa has a rich history and sumptuously decorated rooms. Enjoy full use of the villa’s pool and beautifully manicured sculpture garden, perfect for relaxing and dining al fresco.

Learn Italian in Venice Itinerary

Saturday

Benvenuti! Welcome to Venice! Once you arrive at the villa you will be welcomed by your chef and host and your Italian tutor and will enjoy welcome drinks. Dinner this evening is at the villa, prepared by your chef.

Sunday

After breakfast, you will have a chat with your Italian tutor to gauge your level of Italian. You will then have your first Italian lesson, followed by lunch at the villa. In the afternoon, you’re free to relax by the pool or wander around the grounds before your second Italian lesson and an Aperitivo Chat session. Dinner tonight is prepared for you at the villa.

Monday

After breakfast, you will start your Italian lesson in the grounds of the villa. Lunch will be in the villa. Later in the afternoon, you will visit a nearby vineyard for a Prosecco tasting and tour in Italian with your host and tutor and then it’s back to the villa later for dinner.

Tuesday

This morning you will visit the charming town of Treviso with its canals and cobbled streets not to mention it is the birthplace of Tiramisu. Have a wander through the market and practice your Italian with the locals then return to the villa for lunch. You will enjoy an Aperitivo Chat session followed by dinner.

Wednesday

Following breakfast, our transfer will collect the group and take you to Venice. Here you will have the day at your leisure to wander around this stunning city. Whether you choose to explore the mysterious passageways by foot or float along the maze of canals, Venice offers an abundance of stunning architecture and breath-taking views – don’t miss the Basilica di San Marco or the hustle and bustle of the Rialto food market. Enjoy lunch at a typical Bacaro in the heart of the city. Later this afternoon, you will return to the villa for dinner.

Thursday

After breakfast, you will have another lesson with your tutor and group, followed by lunch. The afternoon is yours to relax at the villa, before dinner tonight, in a local trattoria.

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Friday

After breakfast, you will have some time to relax at the villa before your first Italian lesson of the day. Lunch will be prepared for you at the villa. This afternoon, you will have your second lesson of the day followed by some time to relax or maybe go for a walk in the area surrounding the villa. Gather for one final Aperitivo Chat session before a special farewell dinner prepared by your chef.

Saturday

After breakfast, our transfer will collect you and take you back to Venice Marco Polo Airport for your flight home. Arrivederci!

Learn Italian Vacations - Venice Dates

Vacation Includes:

• • No Singles Supplement
  • 10 Italian language lessons with an experienced tutor.
  • All meals and wine, including 2 meals at a local restaurant.
  • Private, en-suite accommodation in our Sicilian villa.
  • Explore the Baroque towns of Ragusa and Siracusa.

  • Deposit:

  • A non-refundable $750 deposit is required at time of booking. The balance is due 60 days before departure

Learn to speak like a local in the beautiful Bologna, Italy

Buongiorno! Choose your language holiday in Italy’s foodie heartland. It’s the centre of an exceptional food-producing region, where some of Italy’s most famous produce is made, including tortellini, Parma ham, Parmesan, and balsamic vinegar. The city itself is a medieval beauty, housing the world’s oldest university, and attractive colonnaded streets.

Our base is in the peaceful hills south of Bologna, where, as well as learning Italian, you’ll relax and enjoy delicious Italian food and wine in stunning surroundings. When we venture out to Bologna and to Ravenna, you’ll be able to soak up the atmosphere and test out your Italian in trattorias, food markets, shops, and perhaps a bar or two. Our host will always be on hand, in case you need any help.

Where you’re going to stay
Our villa is a beautifully restored large farmhouse, situated in rural Tredozio on top of the highest hill. Enjoy the peace and quiet and unforgettable views of the surrounding area and the Apennine hills. The sun rises from the Romagnole Apennines to warm up the large swimming pool and al fresco dining area, and sets behind the Tuscan Apennines. The hills stretch endlessly from the villa, and you can easily stroll on tracks around the villa, as well as simply relax with a drink in the large garden, gazing at the limitless view.

Learn Italian in Bologna Itinerary

Saturday

Welcome to Bologna! Our Flavours transfer will meet you at Bologna airport and take you to the villa where you can settle in. Dinner this evening is at the villa, prepared by your chef.

Sunday

After breakfast, you will then have your first Italian lesson, followed by lunch at the villa. In the afternoon, you’re free to relax in the villa before your Aperitivo Chat session and dinner.

Monday

After breakfast, enjoy a lesson with your Italian tutor, followed by lunch. In the afternoon, you will visit a local winery for a private wine tasting and return to the villa, where dinner will be prepared by the chef.

Tuesday

After breakfast, you will spend the day exploring Bologna, sight-seeing or shopping at leisure. Lunch will be at our favourite trattoria in central Bologna. Return to the villa late afternoon for your Aperitivo Chat session and dinner.

Wednesday

After breakfast, you will have some time to relax at the villa before your first Italian lesson of the day. Lunch will be at the villa, with time to relax this afternoon before dinner, prepared by your chef.

Thursday

This morning you will have another language lesson, followed by lunch. The afternoon will be spent in the medieval town of Ravenna. You’ll have a chance to explore and do some shopping before dinner at a local restaurant.

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Friday

After breakfast, you will spend today relaxing at the villa and improving your Italian skills with your tutor. Gather for one final Aperitivo Chat session before a special farewell dinner prepared by your chef.

Saturday

After breakfast, you’ll have some time to pack before our driver takes you on our group transfer back to Bologna Airport for your flight home. Arrivederci!

Learn Italian Vacations - Bologna Dates

No Dates Available

Vacation Includes:

• • No Singles Supplement
  • 10 Italian language lessons with an experienced tutor.
  • All meals and wine, including 2 meals at a local restaurant.
  • Private, en-suite accommodation in our Sicilian villa.
  • Explore the Baroque towns of Ragusa and Siracusa.

  • Deposit:

  • A non-refundable $750 deposit is required at time of booking. The balance is due 60 days before departure