J So we´ve just returned from a week of speaking, eating, walking, and speaking some more. The poor Spainiards were just terrified at the beginning, but after a few days, and many meals later they had made friends, improved their spoken language and thier comprehension. By the end of the week us Anglos (english speakers) were really comfortable and wishing the program lasted longer, while the Spainiards were relieved it was over, being mentally exhausted and ready for a week of detox.
Publeos English was an awesome adventure, the personalities of the people made it so much fun, between discussions ranging from religion, nuclear power plants, and roller coasters to plays and skits there was never a dull moment. Our master of ceremonies Akemi and the program director Pablo made the week run smoothly, and assisted in making us comfortable. By the end of the 8 days we had spent at least 1 hour with every Spainiard in a one vs. one session, we also did teleconference and individual phone calls. The area around the site (the hotel) and the town La Aberca were beautiful, and we enjoyed walks during the days, and dancing at the bar till the wee hours with our new amigos.
Now that we´re back in Madrid, we´re really missing our private rooms, the buffet breakfast and 3 course lunch and dinners. We´re also missing the people we met, and the amazing time we had. We highly recommend the program, and look forward to returning one day.
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