Welcome Home to Trento: Cristina’s Homestay in Trento, positioned near Verona and Lake Garda, presents a delightful opportunity to learn Italian with an experienced teacher in Italy’s northeast. Steeped in art and history, Trento features frescoed palaces, a charming castle, Renaissance monuments, and intricate squares and alleyways. The city is also famous for its wineries and celebrated grappa.
Trento offers a wealth of activities to enjoy year-round, each season bringing its unique charm. During the winter months, the landscape transforms into a snowy wonderland, perfect for picturesque walks followed by cozy meals in warm mountain shelters. Trento’s climate heats up in the summer, making it ideal for swimming and sunbathing along the lake shores. Whether it’s exploring the natural beauty or indulging in seasonal activities, Trento provides a delightful experience in every season.
Additionally, you can easily access other major Italian cities from Trento: Verona is just an hour away, Mantua is 90 minutes away, and Venice can be reached in two hours.
Cristina’s Home in Trento
Since 2013, Cristina Maria has welcomed foreign students into her spacious, airy home in Trento, just five minutes from the city center and right behind the Buonconsiglio Castle. Maria, whose interests in art, cinema, literature, and nature hikes are often shared with her visiting son (currently a university student) and many friends, creates a lively and culturally rich environment.
Her home is well-appointed and air-conditioned, ensuring all guests’ comfortable and relaxed stay. Accommodations include a choice of twin or double rooms, each with a private bathroom. Guests are invited to make themselves at home, sharing the family’s living room and kitchen, making for a welcoming and communal living experience.
What to Expect from Cristina’s Homestay Language Course
What to Expect from Cristina’s Language Course: Maria’s Homestay offers a comprehensive Italian language and cultural immersion program for individuals and couples at all proficiency levels. This well-rounded experience includes three hours of Italian lessons daily with all necessary learning materials provided. Participants enjoy a rich schedule of activities, including excursions around Trento, visits to local wineries, and tickets to cinemas and museums. The stay includes overnight accommodation with full board, weekly cleaning of your bedroom and bathroom, weekly laundry service, and Wi-Fi access.
Each day starts with breakfast and two to three hours of morning Italian lessons. After lunch, the learning continues through real-world practice during excursions in Trento and its surrounding areas, discussing and absorbing every new experience. Evenings might feature Italian movie nights at home or out, enhancing the cultural immersion.
Maria carefully plans lessons around each student’s learning level and interests, integrating events such as art exhibitions, concerts, and local food and wine tastings. These boost conversational abilities and deepen grammatical comprehension within Trento’s vibrant cultural backdrop.
Additionally, the program includes a day trip to either Verona or Mantua, enriching the cultural exploration. Transport to and from Verona’s airport and Maria’s dedicated daily attention are provided except for one free afternoon, allowing some personal time to explore or relax. This holistic approach ensures significant progress in Italian language skills while fully engaging with the Italian way of life.
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