I really enjoyed these 2 weeks in Valencia. I studied in Taronja School for the 4. time. I learned a lot during the classes and also outside of the classes. It turned out that the school had a lot of activities, I liked especially the «tour de tapas». Suddenly I had some friends in Valencia and we often met for some drinks or for dancing Salsa. It sure was a wonderful experience. Repitition please! Bibiána

¡Hola chicos!Soy Antonello y soy italiano, os escribo mientras que preparo una buonísima receta del chef Nando: «LA LECHE MERENGADA». Sí, porque en la Escuela Taronja aprendes el Español, sino también la cultura, la comida y las costumbres de esta maravillosa cuidad. Simpatía, disponibilidad, profesionalidad u entusiasmo son los ingredientes principales que caraterizan la escuela y sus profesores. Si os gusta conocer a gente que viene de países diferentes y compartir esta experiencia con ellos, este es el lugar que estáis buscando. Disfrutaráis de todo lo que la escuela y la ciudad Valencia pueden ofreceros. ¡Buena suerte y buen verano a todos! Antonello

La escuela es muy bien. He estudiado mucho este mes. Los profesores son muy simpáticos y las clases muy divertidas. Cada semana hay muchas actividades donde he conocido los profesores y estudiantes. I like Taronja school and will certainly recommend other students to study here. In merely 4 weeks I have leraned a lot. Those teachers are really nice. In class we learned Spanish through various activities that are really interesting. In addition, in each weeks’ acitivities, I could get to know the people, teachers and students as well, making friends with them. I will miss everything here!

¡Hola! Soy Valentina, soy de Ginebra, en Suiza. Estaba en la escuela Taronja para tres semanas. He empezado aprender español desde cero. Valencia y la escuela me han gustado mucho. Hay siempre algo para hacer, algo para ver. Las actividades son muy divertidas y la gente de Taronja es muy simpática y joven. Valencia me ha encantado. Es mas tranquila que Barcelona pero hay muchas fiestas también. La playa es bonita y la comida buena. ¡Yo recomiendo esta experiencia a toda la gente!

JOHN LYON SCHOOL, UNITED KINGDOM

  We arrived at Valencia Airport and we got together with Marta. She works for Taronja. She was our touristic guide. Afterwards, we went to our families houses. After that, in the morning we went to school every morning. After school we did activities like visiting the oceanografico, which was very interesting and fun and we passed through the streets of Valencia. Izana Atsbaha, Daniyal Burney, Rahul Babawala Monday we went to play football. Football is fun to play. We also visited the city. The city is very interesting.

Tuesday we went to the aquarium. The fish were very big. It was very fun! At night we went to a paella party. Paella is very nice. Wednesday we went to the museum of science. The museum is very interesting. After we went to the beach, it was very big and it was very hard to play football, but it was fun.

Dilijaj, Arjun

The first day we arrived with my family at eight o’clock. We had a small plate of paella, we sat ourselves down for a while and then we went to bed. The best part was the science museum where we had a lot of interactive activities. The worst part was that we got woken up by the alarm of Izul.

Courtney Ihezie, Evan McKellouu

In my opinion, Valencia is very beautiful because it is very big and the people are nice. During the week, we went to the beach and played football, but it was very difficult! Besides, we went to oceanographico, it was very fun. Yesterday, we visited the science museum. Today, later we go the biographic park. It was awesome!

Alex Heppard, Neel B

We arrived in Valencia and met Marta. She works in Taronja School, and was our tour guide. We then went to our families homes. Then, every morning we went to school. We did many activities, like visiting the Oceanografico, which was very interesting and fun, and we wandered around the streets of Valencia.

Izana Atsbaha, Daniyal Burney, Rahul Babawala

Hi! We’re students. This week we were in Valencia. It was the bomb :D. This Tuesday we went to the Oceonografico, and saw a lot of animals. My friend Mohammad ate a lot of hamburgers and mushrooms. This Monday we passed through the old center. Then we played football. This Wednesday we went to the science museum. It was very interesting and useful. Today is Thursday, we’re going to visit the bioparc. It’s going to be great because the animals are really pretty. Tomorrow we’ll visit Xativa. We’re going to Xativa by bus.

Tommy, Rahul R.

In class: On the road! The Spanish Personality, Trips, Tansport, Free Time, The Past Perfect, Music, and Problems.

In Valencia this week, we visited loads of places. Monday we went to the old centre, and saw the Bullring. It was great. On Tuesday, we went to the Oceonografico and to the paella party. I like paella a lot because it’s really delicious. The Oceanografico is very interesting. Wednesday we went to the science museum and to the beach. It was really hot. I liked the beach very much and I loved the museum because it was interesting.

Mohamed Mazin, Nikhil Patel

Valencia is a beautiful city. There are many activities! For example, we went to the Oceanografico, where we saw some dolphins, and some very pretty girls. Also, we saw some seahorses. On Tuesday, we had paella. It’s very delicious! Then, we went to the science museum and played videogames (PES). Then, we went to the beach. It was very pretty and we played football. We bought ice cream and sunglasses. Today, we’re going to the Bioparc, and it’s going to be great.

Haroon Faqir, Hassan Al-Quraini

On the first day, we got to Valencia airport. When we arrived we met the families we were going to stay with. The next day the families showed us the way to the school and this was the first day of classes. The school day is three hours long. Also in Valencia, we had paella, which is a traditional Spanish meal, and we went to the beach, and the science museum. We also went to the Bioparc and the Oceanografico.

Kaze Sonny Matthew

I’m Lathoosan, a boy who goes to John Lyon School. I want to become an engineer. I like Valencia because it’s very pretty but I miss home a lot. I like the school because it’s interesting and fun.

Lathoosan

My name is Neel Desai. I am some years old. I go to John Lyon School. I like Valencian food because I think it’s very delicious. What I also like about Valencia are the classes and the Science Museum.

Neel Desai

Hi, we’re James and Jaymee. We’ve been in Valencia for three days and it’s been really good. We went to the Taronja School, and it’s better than school in London. It’s really hot in Valencia and there are loads of shops. This school is better at teaching Spanish than our school in England. They explain things more simply at this school. We would love to live in Valencia.

James and Jaymee

Hi. I’m Nikhil and I go to Taronja School. In Valencia I like the beach, because it’s very sunny. I don’t want to come back to Valencia because London is more fun than Valencia. In London I speak English.

Nikhil

 

1.  My name is Isa
2. I go to John Lyon School
3. I like the weather, the food and the people.
4. I like the way the school is interactive and the way that you can go out on the street to do activities.

Isa

We’re Josh and Abdullah. I like Taronja. My school in John Lyon School. I don’t like the wind. I would like to come back.

Josh and Abdullah

My name is Josephine and I’m 20 years old. I live in Switzerland. I’ve had two very fun weeks here and I have learned a lot. I loved the activities and the teachers are very nice. I don’t want to go back to Switzerland and leave Valencia behind.  

Arriving at a city in a foreign country is not that easy, but thanks to all the people at Taronja Spanish School, I have to say that we felt like we were at home. In the two weeks here, I have not missed my home. It is like a family here, everyone is very friendly. If I had doubts, everything was sorted out in very short time. The school offers a lot of different activities; they organization of them perfectly and they allow us to spend time with people from all around the world. About the school, I don’t have more to say other than that the level of the Spanish classes is very good. We discussed various topics, which allowed us to talk a lot and also to open ourselves up for other cultures, which is worth a fortune.

In Valencia we have seen many things this week, for example the first day at school in the morning we met our professor named Victor. In the afternoon we visited the Cathedral of Valencia and after that we ate Churros with Chocolate, which tasted good. The next day at the Spanish School we learned verbs, colors, food, numbers, addresses and family members. On Wednesday we went to the Central Market where we saw many food stores such as butchers, fruits, etc.. Then we went to school and we have helped preparing the Paella with Chef Nando. After that we went to the Fallas Museum, where we saw the winning Fallas sculptures of past years and we went to the Turía Park. We also visited the Bullfight Museum, where we saw a film of a bullfight, bullfighter figures and embalmed bulls. On Thursday we went to a coffee shop called Starbucks and ate chocolate, donuts, frappuccino, etc.. Then we visited the Muvim where we saw a show treating topics from medieval to modern times. At night we went to the ‘Plaza de la Reina’ (Queen’s Square) to meet up with everybody and have dinner… Finally, on Friday in class we played a game in the streets, for which we had to take pictures, ask people for information and we have bought gifts or souvenirs, etc. Later we’re going to the port and we’re going to buy more souvenirs. Tonight we’ll go to see a flamenco show.   In short, it was an unforgettable experience. The most beautiful place for us has been the Turía Park because it is very large and there is a lot of nature. Due to the Spanish classes we were able to communicate with Spanish people, who are very open-minded and sociable. I hope to return to Spain and repeat this experience. Thanks to Taronja School and especially to our teacher Víctor!  

On Sunday we arrived in Valencia. Then we met the families. Our mother’s name is Mary. She is a very kind, friendly and communicative person. There is plenty of food and therefore we are never hungry. Since Monday we have to go to Spanish classes which last four hours. We also went to the beach, the Old Town, the Central Market, the Miguelete and shopping. The Paella we ate at the Spanish School and restaurants was very good. On Wednesday we visited ‘The City of Arts and Sciences’. The Science Museum is very impressive. We loved the beach and the Old Town. In the afternoon we went to the beach for a picnic with our girls. It was a blast. On Thursday we visited the Old Town. First we went to the Town Hall Square. After that we ate Chocolate con Churros which we like very much. Then we saw the Cathedral and its doors. We also saw the figures of the Silk Exchange Building and had to laugh. In the afternoon we went shopping. On Friday we visited the Oceanografic. It is very interesting and wonderful. The animals are very affectionate. We saw a dolphin show which was fun.

Lisa and Joana

————————————————————————–   After arriving we met our Spanish mothers. In the afternoon we saw the Old City with the Spanish teachers. On Monday morning we played at the beach, which was very nice. As every day we, went to school in the afternoon. After Spanish class, we met in front of the school, to go to a restaurant, where we ate a very good Paella. The next day we visited the big market with its variety of colors and scents. In the afternoon we had a Spanish cooking course with «The Great Chef Nando», where we learned how to cook Seafood Paella, Patatas Bravas with Allioli and Sangría. On Wednesday we went with Marta to the ‘The City of Arts and Sciences’, visiting the Science Museum ‘Prince Felipe’. The next day we went to the Old Town, and saw the Silk Exchange Building, with its odd facade. Before we had visited the Town Hall Square and the Building of Communication. It was a pity that we visited the Bullfighting Museum, because we did not like it that much. At Taronja School we are listening to Austrian songs like «Der Komissar» by Falco and «I am from Austria» by Reinhard Fendrich. On Friday we visited the Oceanografic at ‘The City of Arts and Sciences’. Here we saw belugas, jellyfish, sharks and other fish. The dolphin show was very impressive and we liked it a lot. Then we went to our last Spanish class and now we are writing the blog entry.

Lea and Esther Hornstein Knauder

KATEDRALSKOLAN (SWEDEN) VISITS TARONJA

Hello! We are five students from Katedralskolan, a school in Sweden. We have been in Valencia for a week – from 23/9 to 29/9. The reason for this trip was to learn more Spanish and experience the Spanish culture. We liked the school for the activities and the Spanish classes. The teachers we had, Sara and Mariajo, are very nice and friendly. The most fun activity was cooking Paella and we have also made Sangría. We think that the school has a very good manner. Erik, Amalia, Ida, Amanda and Natali Boys and girls of the world, we write you from Valencia. We are a group of Swedes studying Spanish at Taronja. We had a fantastic time here and a very intensive trip. We liked the varied classes outside of school. You can learn Spanish and meanwhile experience Valencia at the same time. Kristoffer, Albert, Gabriela, Sandra and Felix Jenny’s Spanish classes were fun and very energetic. Although some of us didn’t like the Tortilla de patatas (potato omlette) we can say that we really enjoyed the tour through the city on the second day, the visit of the Oceanographic, ‘City of Arts and Sciences’, the parks throughout the city, the nightlife in general and THE BEACH! Tina, Caroline, Emily, Olivia, Zara, Julia, Jennifer, Marcus, Henrik and Aidin Hello! We are students from Katedraskolan in Lund, Sweden. We have been here studying at Taronja Spanish School for one week. We have visited several sites in this beautiful city, for example the Oceanographic, where we enjoyed the dolphin show. We have also learned how to prepare Seafood Paella which we loved. The families, who we have been living with, were very friendly and nice. Everything has been such fun and we have learned a lot. We would go back any time! Isak, Emelie, David, Marcus, Lia Hello! We are five students from Katedraskolan in Lund, Sweden. We are eighteen years old and we have been studying Spanish for about 5 years. During our time here in Valencia we have done many fun and interesting things. We discovered places like the Oceanografic, the beach and the Turía Park. Due to the fact that we have lived with families, we experienced authentic Spanish culture. We have also tried new flavors and also very exotic breakfast during the week. We attended a class where we learned how to cook Valencian food. During the Spanish classes at Taronja we have developed our Spanish a lot! We’ve spent a great time and we will miss Spain when we’re not here anymore! Desirée, Johanna, Edvin, Filip and Oskar

The week of February, 27th to March, 2nd the ALFRED NOBEL school visited us. We have to say that it was love at first sight for both sides. So we want to share some of the activities and comments that they have left us. We spent a few great days! Thank you all! «POSTCARDS FROM VALENCIA» Valencia, 01.03.2012 Hello! We are the students from the Doctor Loco class and we want to share our experience in Valencia. How cool! We have been welcomed by the fish, sharks, turtles, sea lions, penguins, beluga whales and the crazy dolphins of the Oceanographic, as also by the sun and the heat of Valencia. School started on Monday but the fun does not stop there. We have learned about the Spanish grammar and the Spanish culture in a fun way with nice games, as for example, the gymkhana. In the afternoon we have gone to the beach where we have played a lot, we have visited the ‘City of Science’ which is very interesting, we have taken a bike through the Turia Garden and the Formula 1 circuit and we have danced salsa. We have enjoyed the typical Valencian flavors like Horchata, Churros and Paella. Now we’re going to the Cooking Class, but we do not forget to thank the families who have been so kind, as also all Valencian people. Hugs and kisses Mario, Angelo, Marco, Simona, Giuseppe, Lorena, Luca and Anna Elena Hello: This week we have made a lot of wonderful things in a city and a school which are very nice like Valencia and Taronja. During the week we have lived in different families who are living in the city center. Some of us have been very fortunate to have lived in good families and to have eaten well. Every day we have done something specific, in fact, we really liked going to the Oceanographic, the beach and the salsa dancing. Actually, we are very tired because our teachers never wanted to go to sleep. We also can not sleep during class. We recommend this experience to everyone because it is great to live in Valencia and to be capable to do everything we want, but always by following the rules: rules of the city, family rules and the rules of having fun… hihihi XD Gennaro, Simone and Alessandro (Torre del Greco) Hey guys! We are Italians who are in Valencia to study Spanish at Taronja School. Here it is great. Teachers are very entertaining, friendly and good. Every day we do different activities. We have visited the Oceanographic, the Science Museum, the old city by bike, we have gone to dance Salsa, to eat Paella, etc. And our host families are very good, but do not know how to cook. Here in Valencia everything is beautiful. Most people are friendly but there are also dislikable people. Everyone is sure to come back, because it is a very entertaining city and we advise to everybody to come to Spain and especially to Valencia. Kisses The students at Taronja Alessandra, Federica, Francesco Gianmarco, Liugi and Roberta (Torre del Greco)   MEMORIES AND UNFORGETTABLE MOMENTS, RIGHT? Both in the classroom and during the excursions we had a blast.                 AND WHAT ABOUT OUR ARTISTIC TALENT! We also had a great time with our imitations and theater. From «The Colombian and Mexican soap operas» to the original mini-play «A very strange disease», role-plays on a bus in everyday situations, the imitation of our teachers in Italy or the surprising prepositional poem: PrEpOSiTIoNaL POeM WHEN looking at your eyes my soul is happy BEFORE the sea the moon turns black UNDER the power of your love WITH the heart I smell your scent AGAINST everyone goes our love SINCE I heard your voice, I found my heart DURING each breath I look at you IN your eyes I lose my soul IN your hair I find it again AFTER waiting a thousand years UNTIL tomorrow TROUGH poetry I told you what I feel BY looking at you I hope for luck BECAUSE OF your smile I become ash IN my opinion you are the woman of my life ABOVE a star as your paella all we loved. You have made real artists!  

Valencia is a very nice and interesting city. We spent one week in a Valencian family and visited the most famous monuments of Valencia. There are many buildings with a very interesting history and they also have many different styles. The first day we visited the old town and went to the Plaza de la Virgen. On the second day we visited the Central Market where we bought many things. It was built in modern style. We also visited the ‘City of Sciences’, we liked the exposition very much. One attraction was the Oceanográfico with the dolphinarium. We saw many underwater animals such as sharks, beluga whales, starfish, seahorses and seals. We loved the dolphin show a lot. Seeing the beach and the sea – a big surprise. Each afternoon we had classes, which is fun. We talked and learned a lot. We believe that speaking Spanish after one week is a lot easier. The trip was interesting, impressive and fascinating. In short, you should not miss the opportunity to visit Valencia.  

Markus, Thomas, Jakob y Lisa