| Reviewers Male / Female |
Recommend Yes / No |
Number of Reviews | Classes & Instruction | School Facilities | Accomodation | Cost & Expense | Total Average Rating |
| 1 / 1 | 2 / 0 | 2 | 10.00 | 9.50 | 9.00 | 10.00 | 9.62 |
| Date Submitted: | April 18, 2011 |
| Language School: |  Mar Azul Spanish School |
| Language & Location: | Spanish :: Montanita, Ecuador |
| Classes & Instruction: | 10 out of 10 |
| School Facilities: | 10 out of 10 |
| Accomodation: | 10 out of 10 |
| Cost & Expense: | 10 out of 10 |
| Recommend: | Yes |
| Review: | Holland travelers in Mar Azul Montanita is the perfect town to hangout for a while. Itīs got beach, good surf and a very good nightlife. Lots of bars, restaurant and a very nice cocktailbar alley. Lots of things to do over there and in half an hour you can be in the rainforest if you like. There is a great mix of people from all over the world and from all walks of life. The vibe is absolutely Relaxed with a big R. If you visit Ecuador, than this is a īmust goī. Although there are a lot of tourists and backpackers, it doesnīt feel too touristic. The town is one of a kind and you just feel good if youīre hanging out there. I have stayed for a week with my wife and it was good fun. We decided to learn some Spanish and turned out to be a perfect choice. We went to Mar Azul, just outside the center. Itīs a smaller school than the one in the center, but from what I have heard from that place in relation to our experience with Mar Azul, itīs not a difficult choice where to go to. We had private lessons from Gaby (she is the owner) for 6 dollars per person per hour. We did 5 times 2 hours, which was perfect for us. It really made the difference between talking with your hands, (which takes long sometimes) and just asking for what you need, or actually being able to have a conversation in Spanish. The atmosphere in the school is quiet and nice. Most of the time outside. Gaby was really nice and patient with us (was necessary sometimes :-) But it was good to learn in your own pace and focus on some things we would specifically like to learn. After two lessons we were practicing everything we learned and also having conversations about Ecuador and Holland (where we are from) at the same time. This was very nice, because it didnīt feel like being in a classroom and just learning lines at all. It was a good experience, we have learned al lot and it made the rest of our trip more comfortable communication wise. Comments [ 0 ] |
| Submitted by: | Sander 35 year-old :: Male Reviewer :: Amsterdam,Holland |
| Date Submitted: | April 18, 2011 |
| Language School: | Mar Azul Spanish School |
| Language & Location: | Spanish :: Montanita, Ecuador |
| Classes & Instruction: | 10 out of 10 |
| School Facilities: | 9 out of 10 |
| Accomodation: | 8 out of 10 |
| Cost & Expense: | 10 out of 10 |
| Recommend: | Yes |
| Review: | Good options I am so happy that a school like Marazul exist in Montaņita. It offers a delightful combination of a relaxed atmosphere and caring, expert instruction. For 4 weeks I took classes with Miguel, who is an accomplished, dedicated teacher. He cares a lot about his students and truly enjoys teaching and meeting travelers. In Montaņita twice I went out to dinner with him and both times he enjoyed himself despite how poorly I spoke spanish. By teh end of my four weeks, however my spanish improved immersely and I have Miguel + Mar Azul Spanish School to thank. Mar azul throngh Gaby, also organized a delicious typical Ecuadorian lunchs at the school and an excursion to the waterfalls of Alex, with lunch included. Gaby is wonderfully gracious, caring and generours. If you have a problem or a question about staying in Montaņita, Gaby is always there to help you. For example I had to figure out where to get a yellow fever vaccination and Gaby asked all around La Libertad, in person and also telephoned a clinic in Guayaquil. Thank you Gaby and Miguel + Mar Azul for a splendid four weeks. You allare truly special Comments [ 0 ] |
| Submitted by: | Diana Pitt 32 year-old :: Female Reviewer :: New Island, New yersey, United States |
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