Spain Flamenco, Arts, and Folklore in Southern Spain

Orientation in Madrid

Your adventure begins with an action packed, three-day orientation in Madrid. Put your Spanish to use as you order tapas in a local café, ask for directions to the Palacio Real, and explore the city’s medieval streets. Visits to the Prado Museum on Madrid’s “museum mile,” discussions in city parks, and exploration of diverse neighborhoods strengthen your understanding of contemporary Spanish life and culture. Your orientation concludes with a full-day excursion to historic Toledo.

Homestay, Arts and Travel

For three and a half weeks, embrace the artistic and cultural traditions in sun-drenched Andalucía. A two-week homestay and 12 days of activities focused on art, music, dance, theater, and ceramics give you a deeper insight into Spanish culture and feed your creative soul. Participate in traditional dance and folklore celebrations, taste regional dishes, and visit the Alhambra. In the final week, explore Catalonia from the Costa Brava to the fascinating city of Barcelona.

Sample activities:
Participate in a Flamenco workshop; explore the countryside on horseback; listen to Gypsy music; create pottery in a traditional factory; marvel at the works of Gaudí, Picasso, and Miró; relax on the beaches of Coma-Ruga; enjoy the bustle of Barcelona’s Olympic Harbor.

Sample host community:
Granada