TWIN LESSONS (2-to-1)

A Door to Italy

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Course description

Twin course is good to couple of friends, relatives, couples. It is completely tailor made on students' needs and it is very important that the 2 students participating to this course are at the same language level. This will help learning process.

Twin course program can be focused on general Italian, on cultural matters, on business or other special languages.

Schedule is also extremely flexible. We can provide the course every day or some days/weekly, considering the clients timetable. So it is particularly suitable to busy people, to people traveling together, to those who prefer work in a very small group and environment.

The individual course can be mixed with the Standard Course (a group language course held in the morning), with our Cultural courses or Seminars (cooking, opera singing, photograph, local culture courses)

It is good to dive as deep as possible into the language also for short periods.

The price for the TWIN COURSE has to be decided in 2 persons.

Course topics

Listening, Speaking, Pronunciation, Reading, Writing, Vocabulary, Grammar and Activities

Class schedule

Course duration
1-25 weeks
Start dates
Every Monday
Classes per week
10 lessons per week (each lesson lasts 60 min)
Class days
Monday - Friday
School holidays
01 Apr 2024, 25 Apr 2024, 01 May 2024, 02 Jun 2024, 24 Jun 2024, 15 Aug 2024

Class times

Morning session
09:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Afternoon session
02:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Evening session
06:00 PM - 08:00 PM
Morning session
11:00 AM - 01:00 PM
Afternoon session
04:00 PM - 06:00 PM

Class schedule may change depending on availability and season.

Class level

All levels, beginner to advanced
You will take a placement test on your first day to determine your class level. You may also take this test before your arrival in Genoa.

Class size

Average 2 students
Maximum 2 students

Student age

Age range 16 years old and older
Average 40 years old
(30 in the summer)

Certificate

A certificate of completion will be issued at the end of the course.
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Reviews

100% recommend

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"Interesting topics & sugestive teaching style"

Anton Ogorelc, student from Slovenia

Professional teachers and a very helpful administrative sfaff.
Excellent location of the school.

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My ratings for this school

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Date of study
31 Jul 2023 - 4 Aug 2023
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
This is a verified review. This student has booked a course at this school through Language International.

"Better than i expected"

Filip Valenta, student from Czech Republic

it was great, I was at the school for 1 month and I would have liked to stay much longer. I really recommend it 100%, not only are there great teachers, but also the atmosphere in the whole school is amazing, friendly. At the same time, afterschool activities organized by the school 3 times a week, from trips around Genoa to conversation classes, are all worth it! I was a little apprehensive before the course, but I am incredibly grateful for the experience. Thanks and definitely recommend.

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My ratings for this school

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Duration of study
3 weeks
Date of study
5 Jun 2023 - 30 Jun 2023
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
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"It was the most wonderful way of learning a new language."

Evelyne Bresciani, student from Belgium

I really enjoyed my stay in Genova with a lovely landlady and a very good school with lovely teachers. Even it was only one week, I learned a lot and was able to practice in the city, not feeling like a tourist but like an almost real Italian.

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My ratings for this school

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Date of study
3 Apr 2023 - 7 Apr 2023
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
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"Useful"

Michael McGregor, student from Monaco

First of all, thank you for giving me the opportunity to provide feedback. I really enjoyed having tailored classes and attention given to me while being taught by a private tutor. I found the course challenging enough to be able to progress in my learning all the while taking advantage of the free time that I had to go sightseeing. The provided room in the house was clean and tidy, while the owner remained very helpful and friendly at all times. I can't really say that I did not like something in particular!

Kind regards,

Michael

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My ratings for this school

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Duration of study
3 weeks
Date of study
24 Oct 2022 - 18 Nov 2022
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
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"A very useful experience"

Panagiota Polyzou, student from Greece

The teachers were very friendly and well prepared and I appreciated the fact that every day we were lectured by two of them. It helped me a lot to have to deal with different personalities.

I was greatly helped by the assistant teachers that were present in the class and helped us (the students) with our exercises.

The entry test took about half an hour at least. I would recommend that we take it before attending the school. That would save time for both of us. I felt that I was in a more advanced class that I had to but I guess that they did not have students for amatuers like myself. That made me reevaluate how helpful these lessons are for a student for my level. But I will think this through.

The first day I had a difficulty in finding the school and therefore I was an hour late. Of course I only had myself to blame for not checking the address the previous day.

You ask for social activities but there were not any on my level. I suppose that this particular week was not suitable as everyone was gone on vacation out of the city.

The next day I had a small misunderstanding with the owner of the apartment when she asked me for money. But the gentleman at the reception (unfortunately I don't remember his name) handled it perfectly. Once I told him about the request he talked to the owner in Italian (a conversation like this in Italian is way above my abilities) and resolved the issue the same day. Apparently the owner did not know that I had already paid to you for my staying. Otherwise the apartment was really great and the owner and the other residents were the nicest. I strongly recommend it.

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Date of study
16 Aug 2021 - 20 Aug 2021
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
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"Better than expected in every way"

Joseph (Joi) Singleton

My Italian level was determined to be A2 after taking their test and was in a class of 6 people who were at the same level. This worked out extremely well for all the students and teachers. The instructors were excellent and very professional as the two teachers divided our teaching time, which was nice to get different styles and personalities.

The program helped in speaking, listening, reading, and writing Italian. I am very impressed by this method and have been to another immersion course which was not all-inclusive like this. I also took an adult class previously and this was only grammar and did not learn much at all.

I stayed in a magnificent home with a private bath and a garage for my car. The walk to school every day was 25 minutes along one of the most fascinating and famous streets in Italy. This beautiful street had plenty of places to get a caffe and croissant or focaccia for my breakfast, and then lunch after class. The owner of the home and my host was the best!

Genova is a large port city and has many sights to see, places to eat, and people to meet. I walked everywhere in my two weeks, from the lighthouse to Bocadasse. I even took a train and spent a weekend in Cinque Terre.

I cannot recommend A Door to Italy highly enough. They were communicative prior and helpful during my two weeks. The classes were excellent. My homestay was wonderful. Finally, Genova is a must for everyone to explore and experience.

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Duration of study
1 week
Date of study
7 Sep 2020 - 18 Sep 2020
Would you recommend this school?
Yes

"It helped me to understand Italian better and inspired me to learn to speak it more fluently."

Rochelle Rondinone, student from USA

I enjoyed the group experience of practicing, listening, and speaking together. The teachers reinforced my prior reading of Italian grammar and speaking, as well as taught me how to speak correctly. I enjoyed the cultural experiences and outings which gave us a longer opportunity to practice speaking to the instructors and new students from other classes. The room was comfortable. Sometimes it was hard to keep up with the conversations. I did feel that the teachers were eager to help and to encourage questions. I feel more comfortable now with speaking and asking questions to people on the street and have gotten over some of my insecurity and shyness with the new language. I enjoyed the food experiences and exploring the old town and ports like Nervi. It was also meaningful to learn more about the customs of the people in Genova. Thank you for the opportunity to improve my knowledge and understanding of the language and people of Italy. I would do it again and hope, if possible, to return to Genova.

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My ratings for this school

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Duration of study
1 week
Date of study
4 May 2015 - 15 May 2015
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
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"I really liked the school!!! Very good teachers!!!!"

Julia Ni, student from Kazakhstan

I liked everything!
Very good teachers! And educational programs!

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3 weeks
Date of study
2 Feb 2015 - 27 Feb 2015
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
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"They successfully combine teaching with fun."

Julien Chicot

I attended A Door to Italy over only one week, but I would have stayed longer if it had been possible. I received a warm welcome from all the staff. The administrative support has been of the highest quality since the day I registered online. The school found me a housing facility in the very centre of the town: it was perfectly located and the owner was very nice - we are still in touch. Teachers were very dynamic and nicely encouraged us to talk as much as possible. I learnt a lot and became far more confident. Unfortunately, during my only week there, very few activities were organized, which is my only disappointment.

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Date of study
4 Aug 2014 - 7 Aug 2014
Would you recommend this school?
Yes

"Wonderful in every way!"

Cynthia Farquharson

I loved this school. Was in the advanced class with 3 other students, non of whom were English speaking. This was my first in-Italy experience where I did not speak English at all. The advanced level was largely conversational which was just what I needed. The teachers were very animated and entertaining and we learned a lot about the Italians!
Genova is a great city, full of Renaissance palazzi and lots of things to see. It is great also in that it is not inundated with tourists as so many cities are nowadays. It has the largest medieval quarter of any city in Europe and is full of atmosphere.

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Duration of study
1 week
Date of study
15 Sep 2014 - 26 Sep 2014
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Yes

"Professional, dynamic team"

Carlen

I came to A Door to Italy on the recommendation of work colleagues and found the school very attuned to my special professional needs, of which they have much experience.
The entire team at the school is very dynamic, professional, and keen to ensure students have a positive and successful stay.
I found Genoa a city one quickly feels at home in, although quite humid when I was there in July!
Although the school premises are quite small, they are centrally located. My only complaint is that I found the rooms echoey, which made hearing difficult.
The private apartment I rented through the school was pleasant, clean, and well-located, with a friendly, helpful landlady next door.

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Duration of study
1 week
Date of study
28 Jul 2014 - 8 Aug 2014
Would you recommend this school?
Yes

"A good way to explore beautiful Italy and the Italian spirit"

Caroline Evers

I chose this school because it offers flexibility and also to discover Genoa. Genoa is very interesting and there are many historical locations, museums, and shows, and with a bit of time, you can also visit the Ligurian Coast, which is very beautiful.
I had the flexibility to stay only for a short time but the course was still right for my level. And I even had the flexibility to add individual cooking courses.
The possibility to stay in a host family is good, not only for learning, but also for having the possibility to continue to speak after the course.
The professors are very motivating and are also aware of the needs to speak an Italian of "the people", and not of "the books".

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Date of study
3 Nov 2014 - 7 Nov 2014
Would you recommend this school?
Yes

"Outstanding"

Nelli Mirakyan

I loved the classes, very dynamic, very informative and fun. The location of the school is right in the center, so everyday you get a privilege to enjoy beautiful sites while walking to school. My host family was great. I lived in a very nice apartment in the center, which made it easy to walk to school. Staff of the school was always nice and willing to help. We even got a guided tour of the city with lovely Irene.
I would highly recommend A Door to Italy who wants an authentic Italian experience in the gorgeous corner of the world.

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Duration of study
4 weeks
Date of study
18 Jul 2014 - 15 Aug 2014
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
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Housing

ADTI offers the following housing types:
homestay

Host Family - Single-person room - Breakfast

250 €
weekly
Age range: 18 years old and older
Location: In the city center of Genoa
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: Breakfast (6 meals per week)
Facilities: Kitchen, laundry, wireless internet, tV room, heating, and 24/7 supervision
Distance to school: 5 - 20 minutes
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
250 €
A Door to Italy offers a wide range of housing options, from basic accommodation up to the high level solution, to guarantee our students a pleasant and comfortable stay.
All of our accommodation are carefully selected and conveniently located close to the school.

Being hosted by locals is a great experience and gives the opportunity to socialize outside the school.
Every apartment is different from the others: location, furniture, people living there, distance from school, distance from main points of interest make of each solution a unique solution. So we can not list a general standard quality card for the whole homestay solutions. But we guarantee tailored made bookings upon request in order to satisfy clients' request.
We guarantee prompt replies, prompt estimates and satisfaction.

General services provided by all homestay solutions: check in - check out , Breakfast Italian way,
Living room with TV, Furnished kitchen to self prepare own meals, 1 bathroom with shower or bath tube to share with other guests (in the higher level solutions bathroom is for private use only)
2/3 bedrooms which can be rented as single or double occupancy

The rate includes also all expenses for water, gas, electricity, heating, bed linen and bath towels provided with weekly change

check in / out are available on 7 nights basis from Saturday/Saturday or from Sunday/Sunday

Host Family - 2-person shared room - Breakfast - 2 students must book together

380 €
weekly
Age range: 16 years old and older
Location: In the city center of Genoa
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: 2-person shared room
Board type: Breakfast (6 meals per week)
Facilities: Kitchen, laundry, wireless internet, tV room, heating, and 24/7 supervision
Distance to school: 10 - 20 minutes by bus
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
Restriction: 2 students must book together
380 €
A Door to Italy offers a wide range of housing options, from basic accommodation up to the high level solution, to guarantee our students a pleasant and comfortable stay.
All of our accommodation are carefully selected and conveniently located close to the school.

Being hosted by locals is a great experience and gives the opportunity to socialize outside the school.
Every apartment is different from the others: location, furniture, people living there, distance from school, distance from main points of interest make of each solution a unique solution. So we can not list a general standard quality card for the whole homestay solutions. But we guarantee tailored made bookings upon request in order to satisfy clients' request.
We guarantee prompt replies, prompt estimates and satisfaction.

General services provided by all homestay solutions
Check in - Check out
Breakfast Italian way
Living room with TV
Furnished kitchen to self prepare own meals
1 bathroom with shower or bath tube to share with other guests (in the higher level solutions bathroom is for private use oly)
2/3 bedrooms which can be rented as single or double occupancy

The rate includes also
- all expenses for water, gas, electricity, heating.
- bed linen and bath towels provided with weekly change

check in / out are available on 7 nights basis from Saturday/Saturday or from Sunday/Sunday
student-residence

Shared apartment - Single-person room - No meals

210 €
weekly
Age range: 18 years old and older
Location: In the city center of Genoa
Housing type: Student residence (off-campus)
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: No meals
Facilities: Kitchen, laundry, tV room, heating, and use of the kitchen in the evening to self-prepare own meals
Distance to school: 10 - 20 minutes by bus
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
210 €
A Door to Italy offers a wide range of housing options, from basic accommodation up to the high level solution, to guarantee our students a pleasant and comfortable stay.
All of our accommodation are carefully selected and conveniently located close to the school.

Shared apartments provide usually: living room with TV, furnished kitchen, 1 bathroom with shower or bath tube, 2/3 bedrooms which can be rented as single or double occupancy, washing machine.

The rent includes all expenses for water, gas, electricity, heating, check in and check out service (available on 7 nights base: Saturday/Saturday or Sunday/Sunday)

Final Cleaning compulsory to pay just once 25,00€ if renting the single room - 40,00€ if renting double room for double occupancy
Deposit to be returned by the end of the stay : 100,00€

Shared apartment - 2-person shared room - No meals

320 €
weekly
Age range: 18 years old and older
Location: In the city center of Genoa
Housing type: Student residence (off-campus)
Room type: 2-person shared room
Board type: No meals
Facilities: Kitchen, laundry, tV room, and heating
Distance to school: 10 - 20 minutes by bus
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
Restriction: 2 students must book together
320 €
A Door to Italy offers a wide range of housing options, from basic accommodation up to the high level solution, to guarantee our students a pleasant and comfortable stay.
All of our accommodation are carefully selected and conveniently located close to the school.

Shared apartments provide usually:
Living room with TV
Furnished kitchen
1 bathroom with shower or bath tube
2/3 bedrooms which can be rented as single or double occupancy
Washing machine

The rent includes all expenses for water, gas, electricity, heating, heck in and check out service (available on 7 nights basis from Saturday/Saturday or from Sunday/Sunday), final cleaning.
Deposit to be returned by the end of the stay : 100,00€

The double room is available for peole travelling together
apartment

Private apartment - Single-person room - No meals

400 €
weekly
Age range: 18 years old and older
Location: In the city center of Genoa
Housing type: Private apartment
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: No meals
Facilities: Private bathroom, kitchen, laundry, tV room, heating, and other
Distance to school: 10 - 20 minutes by walk
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, anytime
Check-out: Saturday, anytime
400 €
For independent people, for those who prefer to live on their own, for people wishing to have time by his/herself the possibility to rent an apartment fro exclusive use is available upon request.
All the apartment are located in the city center and it is possible to reach the school with a short -medium walk along the beautiful streets of the town.
Each apartment is different and the offer is made with a detailed description, pictures and price.

Price include all basic services: check in and check out (Saturday/Saturday - Sunday/Sunday), water, gas, electricity, heating, bed linen and bath towels

The apartments provide usually 1 or more bedrooms following your request, a living room and a kitchen furnished corner, 1 bathroom

Prices starts from 390,00€ / weekly
Final Cleaning 80/90 €
Deposit to be returned by the end of the stay: 300,00€
visa

Visa support

We cannot apply for visas on behalf of students. However, the school can supply you with all the documentation you need to support your visa application.

Your letter of acceptance will be sent to your home address by regular mail at no charge to you. If you wish to receive your paperwork by express mail, you will be charged 65 € when you register.

Flights and airport transfer

Please note that we do not book flights for our students. If you are researching airfare costs, we recommend using Kayak.com, a search engine that lets you compare flight options from your home country to Genoa based on your budget, schedule and preferences.

Travel insurance

Study abroad worry-free with Language International's health and personal effects insurance coverage. When you book a course with us, you can opt to purchase an international insurance plan that covers not only your health care cost but also loss of your personal belongings. You must book your insurance in advance when you register.

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