Your Education High School Exchanges Brochure 2019 Your Education High School Exchange Brochure | Page 18

ITALY Italians are passionate about food, fashion, art and architecture and dedicate themselves to living life well. Stroll around any Italian city and you will immediately sense the vast history of this alluring country. Spend a day exploring your new home and the history books will come alive as you get to experience up close the wonders of the ancient Roman world. Even small villages often boast cathedrals and monuments dating back thousands of years. "I land and am warmly greeted by my host mum, dad and brother, holding a lovely welcome sign. Being in previous contact beforehand allowed the conversations in the car to take off and occupy us until we got home. Looking back, the exchange made me grow my confidence in discussion and communication, broadened my understanding of cultural diversity and satisfied my craving for adventure." - Kiran from Auckland went to Italy. Delicious Food When you think of Italy images spring to mind of delicious pizzas and pastas and you will certainly get to enjoy these during your exchange, along with much, much more. You will find many regional variations among the Italian cuisine and your host family will take great joy in introducing you to these. Wherever you are placed you are certain to be spoilt with mouth-watering breads, cheeses and decadent desserts. Family Ties Italians are known for their warmth and the importance they place on family bonds. An exchange to Italy will give you the rare privilege of being welcomed into an Italian family and share their extended family gatherings and celebrations. Programme Summary Italy Semester and academic year programmes are available departing in either January Programmes Available: or August. Short term programmes of either two or three months are available starting in early December. A basic knowledge of Italian is highly recommended. Placements are throughout Italy. You will stay with a volunteer host family. Extras: 2 months, 3 months, Semester and Academic Year Short Term - December Semester / Year - January or August Short Term - No Visa Required Semester / Year - Visa Required Throughout Italy Some knowledge of Italian recommended Trips available Host Family: Volunteer Departure Times: Visa Requirements: Placements: Language Requirement: 2019 Programme Pricing Academic Year (Aug 19 / Jan 20 Departure) ............ $13,950 Semester (Aug 19 / Jan 20 Departure) ...................... $11,950 Three months (Dec 19 Departure) ............................... $9,950 Two months (Dec 19 Departure) .................................. $8,950 Ruby from Hawke's Bay had a warm welcome to Italy on her short term exchange. 18 @youreducation.co.nz