Italian Summer Courses Learn Italian as you never imagined it would be possible to

2021 EDITION

Italian Summer Courses

After over 20 years worldwide experience in organizing educational

programs and learning activities, Associazione Diplomatici is excited to

present its newest Italian learning program. Up to date e-learning

classes, the best qualified and Italian mother-tongue teachers, a new

training course to experience Italy as you never have imagined it

would be possible to.

Our Italian teachers

We are proud to say that our LS/L2 (Italian as a foreign

language/second language) Italian professional teachers are certified,

specialized and qualified cultural operators, with 2nd level DILS-PG /

2nd level DITALS or CEDILS and class A23 certification, as per required

by the Italian national law. They have a deep teaching experience in

public and private schools and universities in Italy and abroad, but

also in local institutions and international organizations working

towards the promotion of Italian language and culture in the world.

We do offer 3 different educational programs, mixable and suitable to any need, to help

you learn one of the most studied languages in the world.

Online course

Online course + Learning WeekAdd a 7 days live experience, in Sicily or in Rome, to put your Italian into practice with locals.

Online course + Learning Week + Learning HolidayIf you feel a week is not enough to discover italian wonders, extend your stay for an extra themed week (2 options available)

Our Courses

SICILY

ROME

Where & When

Sicily – a timeless beauty

Have you ever experienced Sicily’s summer evenings? Summertime is the perfect season to makethe most of the beautiful weather with a lot of new friends, while learning a new language andhaving some real fun at the same time.

In summer Catania becomes even more vibrant, a real cultural melting pot! People from all overthe world come to spend their holidays in Italy, to have a break from their routine, take sometime for themselves and live in Sicily like a local.

Rome – the breathtaking Eternal City

With its incredible history, monuments and architecture, leisurely life-style and exquisite cuisine,the Eternal City is worth a visit at least once. From the Trevi Fountain to Vatican City, from theiconic Colosseum to the Pantheon. Rome could take a lifetime to see all it has to offer…

Join us from June to July 2021 for a successful learning experience!

Select your package and start learning now

Online courseLearn at your own pace!

June 28 - July 10

Lessons scheduled every day, from Monday to Sunday, in smallclasses of 5 to 10 students, divided according to the language leveland, where possible, age.

This package includes: 45 hours online lessons with Italian nativeprofessional teachers (3h/day, 1,5h live class + 1,5h e-learningactivities), e-certificate of participation.

July 12 - 17, 2021

Live lessons with Italian native professional teachers,from Monday to Friday, from 9 AM to 1 PM

This package includes:

- 20 hours live in-person classes, e-learning trainingmaterial, e-certificate of participation

- Focus groups / debate activities on the major topics ofthe international agenda

- 2 outdoor lab activities

Learning weekExperience Italy...the Italian way

SICILY

❖Tour of Catania with your Italianteacher and Italian guide

❖ Private tour to Isola Lachea - Acitrezzawith your Italian teacher and Italian guide

ROME

❖ Tour of Rome (Pantheon, Piazza di Spagna,

Trinità dei Monti, Villa Borghese) with yourItalian teacher and Italian guide

❖ Private tour of Palazzo Valentini withyour Italian teacher and Italian guide

Learning HolidaysGet the most out of your trip

July 19- 24, 2021

Extend your stay in the beautiful Sicilian Island or in the iconiccity of Rome and discover Italy’s hidden beauties by boostingyour Italian language skills in a 360° learning adventure.

Please check the day-by-day learning holidays program in thefollowing pages. This obviously varies according to the chosendestination.

When in Sicily...

Learning holiday

Extra Week // Option 1

Sicily’sBeautiful Nature and history

Day 1 | Special lesson – “Excursion and volcano Technical jargon” (3 hours)

Day 2 | Mount Etna Guided tour - Full dayDiscover the most active volcano in Europe, Mount Etna. You will reach Rifugio Sapienza. There thetour will continue taking the cable car up to 2500 meters and a special 4×4 vehicle to reach analtitude of 2950 meters. So, together with a volcanologist guiding you through the experience, youwill enjoy the magnificence of our volcano standing in front of the impressive Central and SouthEastern Craters, surrounded by ancient and recent lava flows.

Day 3 | Special lesson – “History of Sicily” (3 hours)

Day 4 | Syracuse Guided tour - Full daySyracuse was founded by colonists from Cornith in 735 B.C. and was once themost important competitor to Athens. On arrival stroll through the streetsof Ortygia Island, the heart of the city center. In the afternoon you will be guidedto visit the Archaeological Park with the Greek Theatre, the RomanAmphitheatre and the Paradise Quarry.

Day 5 | Special lesson – “Boost your writing skills! Essay writing on the 2excursions” (4 hours)

Day 6 | Excursion to Taormina - Full dayTaormina is one of the most beautiful and magic places in the world. For manytourists, from all over the world, Taormina is a must-see destination. Thecharming town is located on a rocky plateau of Mount Tauro overlooking theIonian Sea, at a height of about 250 meters. Taormina boasts a rich artistic,historical and cultural heritage that with the healthy climate and beautiful naturalscenery, has attracted visitors since the middle of the eighteenth century.

Day 1 | Special lesson – ”Wine’s history and technical jargon” (3 hours)

Day 2 | Sicilian wine tasting - Full day

On the eastern side of the Etna volcano, in the woods of the National Park and facing the sea of Taormina,the vineyards are a pleasure for your senses and for your heart. A Pleasure for your sight, because theyrepresent one of the best models of Etna vineyards of high altitude: in an exclusive natural environment,at 800 meters above sea level, the vineyards lay on sunny and airy terracing that have a breathtakingpanorama.

Day 3 | Special lesson - “Food technical jargon” (3 hours)

Extra Week // Option 2

Sicily’sDelicious Food and Wines

Day 4 | Cooking Class– Full day

Sicily is renowned for its delicacies, and Sicilian cuisine has pleased palatessince ancient times. The gentle climate, the fertile soil and the numerousconquerors that have strongly influenced Sicilian culture (Spanish, Greek andArab) have made Sicilian dishes unique and special and its gastronomy famousall over the world.

Day 5 | Special lesson – “Boost your writing skills! Essay writing onthe 2 experiences (4 hours)

Day 6 | Guided Kayaking in Catania + Lunch by the sea - Full day

The excursion, lasting about four hours, starts from the fisherman village ofCapo Mulini and will take you to the Faraglioni di Acitrezza. The coast ischaracterized by black cliffs of volcanic origin, produced by the primordialeruptions of Etna. Paddling you will have some unique and charming views ofthe old fishing villages along the coast. We sail to the fortress of Acicastellowhere we disembark for a visit to the square of the small town. The returnalong the coast will give us the possibility of another stop in the town ofAcitrezza before returning to the starting point.

When in Rome...

Learning holiday

Extra Week // Option 1Rome Beautiful Nature and history

Day 1 | Special lesson – “Ancient Rome History” (3 hours)

Day 2 | The Colosseum & Domus Aurea and Lunch in Roman Taverna - Full day

Colosseum: Even though the Roman Colosseum is now in ruins, it continues to impress us because of its great size and beauty and that is why since 2007 it is considered one of the Seven Wonders of the Modern World. The Roman Colosseum is now the symbol of Rome in the world, and has becomethrough the years an historical and archaeological treasure able to remind us of the greatness of the Roman Empire.Domus Aurea: After the devastating fire of 64 AD, which destroyed much of the centre of Rome, the emperor Nero began building a new residence, which for pomp and splendour went down to historyby the name of the Domus Aurea.

Day 3 | Special lesson – “The Roman Culture” (3 hours)

Day 5 | Tour of Castel Gandolfo and the lake - Full day

A 40-minute train ride from Rome’s Termini Station will take you to the sleepytown of Castel Gandolfo in the area of the Castelli Romani. With lush greencountryside and the sparkling waters of the volcanic Lake Albano, it’s no surprisethis was the place chosen by emperors, aristocrats and popes as a summertimeresidence. Guided visit to: The town center, the Pontifical Palace and Lake Albano.

Day 5 | Special lesson – “Boost your writing skills! Essay writing on the 2excursions” (4 hours)

Day 6 | Excursion to Ostia Antica and to Ostia Beach - Full day

During ancient Rome Ostia Antica was one of the most thriving cities in the region thanks to its status as Rome’s harbour city. After the collapse of the Empire, the city fell into decadence, was eventually abandoned and remaineduntouched and magnificently preserved for centuries.Ostia has long been a popular summer destination when Romans were in needof a day at the beach. With a seafront 10 km long, and many different bathingfacilities, Ostia is a common solution to the hot summer weather.

Day 1 | Special lesson – Wine’s history and technical jargon (3 hours)

Day 2 | Discover Tuscany - Full day

The most picturesque region of the Italian countryside, Tuscany, where you will see that postcardsstill cannot show you the true beauty of the region. With the medieval towns of Montepulciano andPienza, you get to experience the true simplicity of Tuscan life.Lunch is served using all locally sourced products at a vineyard producing one of the most importantwines in Italy, Brunello di Montalcino. Finish the day with a leisurely visit to the town of Pienza,famous for its Pecorino cheese and spectacular views of the Tuscan countryside.

Day 3 | Special lesson - Food technical jargon (3 hours)

Extra Week // Option 2

Rome Delicious Food and Wines

Day 4 | Pasta Cooking and Wine tasting class in Frascati – Full day

Once we arrive in Frascati and we wear our apron, the Chef will teach us how toprepare nr.2 of the traditional local pasta varieties, including “Ravioli” stuffed withricotta cheese and spinach, and “Fettuccine“, as well as some of the secrets of thelocal culinary tradition. After the cooking there is the pasta tasting!

Day 5 | Special lesson - Boost your writing skills! Essay writing on the 2experiences (4 hours)

Day 6 | Tour of Circo Massimo, Aventino and the best Roman Past+ Sunset at Castel Sant’Angelo - Full day

The excursion will help you discover the beautiful area of Circo Massimo, theOrange Garden and the secret door of St Peter’s in Aventino. After a nice walk youwill taste the best roman dishes in one of the most renowned Roman Tavernawhere you won’t find any tourist. In the afternoon you will enjoy a beautifulsunset over St. Peter’s from Castel Sant’Angelo.

Enrollment Fees

Online courseEnrollment fee € 450,00

It includes:

- 45 hours online lessons (3h/day, 1,5h live class + 1,5h e-learning activities);

- Training material;

- Personal account to Diplomatici e-learning platform;

- e-Certificate of participation;

- Customer care support.

Learning WeekIntensive Italian Classes - Enrollment fee € 980,00

It includes:

- 20 hours in-person classes with Italian mother-tongue professional teacher (conversation, listening, grammar exercise, writing skills & role playing games);

- Training material and personal account to Diplomatici e-learning platform;

- e-Certificate of participation;

- Customer care support;

- Debate activities on major topics of the international agenda;

- 2 outdoor lab activities.

Learning HolidayExtend your stay for an extra week – Enrollment fee € 980,00

It includes:

- 10 hours in-person classes with Italian mother-tongue professional teacher (technical jargon)

- 3 lab in-door / out-door activities (different options according to the thematic week you signed for) entirely held in Italian by professional local guides / chaperones

- Local customer care and support 24/7

How to enroll (easily explained)

1Get in touch with our Tutors

Text us on whatsapp for any additional support

or information, or wait for us to call you.

2Fill in the registration form

We will send you by email to confirm your

participation to the Italian summer course.

3Pay the first installment

Follow the instructions you’ll receive from your

tutor to confirm your enrollment

4Start your online training course

(and also, if you got yourself the on-site course,

start packing!)

Special price!

EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM 1: Enroll the ONLINE TRAINING CLASSES€ 450,00 to confirm the enrollment process;

EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM 2: Add the LEARNING WEEK - INTENSIVE ITALIAN CLASSES in Sicily or in Rome from the beginning, or save it for later

€ 980,00 in 2 installments;

EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM 3: Add the LEARNING HOLIDAY – EXTRA WEEK in Sicily or in Rome from the beginning, or save it for later

€ 980,00 in 2 installments;

If you do confirm your participation to the entire program (step 1 – 2 – 3) by the 3rd online class,

we will guarantee you the chance to attend the EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM 1 [ONLINE TRAINING CLASSES] FOR FREE!

ONLINE TRAINING CLASSES + INTENSIVE ITALIAN CLASSES +

LEARNING HOLIDAY = € 1960,00

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