So, what makes someone who has never written a blog before decide to finally write one? The answer - a great time in Vaughantown!
With much help from the people on Chalkboard, I plucked up the courage to fill out the application for one of their week-long programmes and off I went.
I was so happy to touch down in Madrid; being greeted by the heat was exactly what I was wishing for and the little Spanish I did know managed to secure quite a handy taxi driver.
The programme starts on the Sunday but it is definitely worthwhile attending the tapas party that is always held the night before. This will give you a chance to meet fellow anglos (this is what you will be referred to), both from your programme and from those before yours - well I did! This definitely helped me get in the mood knowing that people from previous programmes were up for doing it again! My night really began after meeting people at the tapas reception, we then decided to go on as a group exploring central Madrid, which led us to a nice spot with Sangria and Paella!
It was absolutely lovely, quality bonding in a rich and exciting way - bet you can just imagine the coach atmosphere the next morning.
The Programme
The day does start bright and early and you are expected to mingle and engage in English speaking conversations. You may find the Spaniards a bit reluctant at first but before you know it everyone is talking and you almost feel like one big family (seriously)!
You will be involved in one-to-ones, group activities, telephone conversations and entertainment - I recommend you get involved, it's more fun that way.
Anyone considering this programme please jump at it. I'm still in-touch with a lot of the people I met there and I will be meeting with a few Spaniards, who are coming to London. It's definitely something I will do again and who knows, maybe I will meet some you guys there!!!
Oh - definitely an added bonus that I was there during the world cup! oh la la!!
Till next time!
xTinax
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Hey I´m glad you enjoyed it too! Which venue did you go to?
I told my friend about the programme too and she has just finished it - she agreed with me and thinks it's absolutely fantastic. In terms of how long you have to wait for a response, I think it depends on how close the date is of your chosen programme. However, both my friend and I got a response within a few days.
I met a lot of fab people, some who I've actually managed to meet up with in London when they've been on holiday, so I doubt you'll regret it.
I'm definitely going to apply again!
Keep me posted.
Hi Tina! I've just applied to do three periods of the volunteer teaching, how long did you have to wait until you got told you have a place?
I wasn't sure about it but applied yesterday anyway and now I feel a bit better knowing someone did it and had a great time!
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