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    <product_content><![CDATA[## Language and cultural immersion program — Alliance Française de Paris ### September 27 (Check-in) – October 10, 2026 (Check-out) Actual dates for course and activities: September 28 to October 9, 2026Get ready for two unforgettable weeks in the heart of Paris, where language learning meets cultural adventure. This immersive program at the world‑renowned Alliance Française de Paris blends morning classes with afternoons and evenings filled with discovery, flavor, and pure Parisian magic. ### Learn French in the Morning From 9:00am to 1:00pm, you’ll sharpen your French skills in dynamic, interactive classes led by expert instructors. Whether you’re perfecting your grammar or gaining confidence in conversation, you’ll feel your French come alive in real time as you step out into the city each day. Total instruction hours: 40 hours per week. ### Explore Paris in the Afternoon & Evening Every day brings a new adventure. This program includes five cultural activities per week, one dinner at a restaurant per week, and one excursion on Saturday. The program also includes two Navigo passes per week to take the metro and move freely throughout Paris. Activities include: Wandering the winding, artistic streets of Montmartre on a guided tour. A cruise on the Seine River with guided descriptions of the great city of Paris on a bateau mouche. Visiting the Arc de Triomphe and strolling through the famous Champs Élysées for some shopping. Stepping inside the breathtaking Opéra Garnier, a jewel of Parisian architecture. An excursion to Giverny to see the gardens depicted by Claude Monet. Traveling back in time during a full visit to the Palace of Versailles. Savoring the best of French gastronomy with cheese and pastry tastings that will make your taste buds sing. A guided tour of the famous Île de la Cité. A guided tour of the Musée d'Orsay to explore Impressionist works of art. A surprise visit. This is Paris as it’s meant to be experienced — through its history, its beauty, and its flavors.Live Like a Parisian - (studio and families located in Paris)Choose the lodging option that fits your style:Individual package with no lodging included: flexible option. Your placement test, registration fees, materials, courses, and cultural activities are included. You are responsible for your own accommodation: $2,880.00 Stay with a family individual (only breakfast included): immersion option. You will stay with a family and immerse yourself in the experience. Courses and activities included: $3,790.00 Stay with a family individual (breakfast and dinner included): immersion option. You will stay with a family and immerse yourself in the experience. Courses and activities included: $4,050.00 Share a room at the FIAP: 15 minutes walking distance from the AF Paris. This gives you the option to stay at a studio. Please note you will be sharing the room with someone else. Courses and activities included: $4,050.00 Individual stay at the FIAP: 15 minutes walking distance from the AF Paris. This gives you the option to stay at a studio. Courses and activities included: $4,490.00 Whichever you choose, you’ll have a comfortable home base in one of the world’s most inspiring cities.Refund and cancellation policyA $1,500.00 administrative fee will be applied to refunds requested in writing to the coordinator at programs@alliancehouston.org between April 1st and July 15, 2026. No refunds will be issued after July 15, 2026.]]></product_content>
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    <product_content><![CDATA[This is your last chance to join our Language & Cultural Immersion Trip to Nice, taking place April 13–24, 2026. 📌 Registrations close on February 6.Spring in Nice: A French Immersion by the SeaApril 13–24 Pack your bags and get ready for an unforgettable French adventure on the sparkling Côte d’Azur! This 12-day program combines immersive language learning with the best of Mediterranean culture, cuisine, and coastal charm. Morning ClassesEach weekday from 9h00 to 13h00. Afternoons & Weekends: Explore the Riviera Like a LocalAfter class, the Riviera becomes your classroom. You’ll experience: A guided tour of Old Nice, winding through colorful alleys Full day trip to Cannes, and half-days to Monaco and the medieval village of Èze, each with its own unique vibe A visit to the breathtaking Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild in Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, with its gardens that feel like a living painting Guided tour of the Marc Chagall National Museum in Nice A vineyard tour and wine tasting at the Château de Bellet in Nice, where you’ll sip and learn in the Provençal sun A hands-on cooking class to master the flavors of cuisine niçoise with a Chef — think ratatouille, pissaladière, and more Why You’ll Love ItThis isn’t just a language course—it’s a full cultural immersion. You’ll meet fellow learners from around the world, connect with local guides and chefs, and live the rhythm of French life in one of its most iconic regions. Whether you're a beginner or brushing up your skills, this program offers the perfect blend of learning, leisure, and discovery. Bienvenue à Nice—your classroom by the sea awaits!Accommodation Options Students can choose between two comfortable housing options:A homestay with a local French family, including breakfast and dinner—perfect for practicing your French in a warm, authentic setting.* Single accommodation with host family: $2,795.00. Double accommodation with host familly: $2,762.00. An individual studio (with AC & kitchenette) located right those who prefer independence and convenience. * Single studio: $2,980.00. Double Studio: $2,530.00. Cost includes: registration fees, courses, accommodation, textbooks and materials, activities and excursions.*Please contact us directly if you will be traveling with a companion or spouse to get an individual quote for double occupancy. Double occupancy may be limited with hosting families. *Flights and transportation are not included.]]></product_content>
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