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Greek Islands Summer Schools presents 3 amazing destinations for your summer holidays and English language learning.

Greek Islands Summer Schools has taken the responsibility to offer an unforgettable

educational holiday! We offer a well constructed program guests will follow in order to

make sure that they will take their learning forward, improving their English. The wide

range of activities will ensure everyone has an unforgettable experience under the

influence of the Mediterranean aura.

Making the long summer holidays worthwhile and constructively developing English language skills will be done in a fun, interactive and educational manner.

English is considered to be a second language in Crete, and Cyprus as it is widely used by

most people as well as combining Greek and English on all signs, flyers, billboards etc. In

this way as well as with many locals they will have the opportunity to practice English out

of class.

All 3 destinations have a unique experience to offer as they have a strong cultural history which will be presented, explored and experienced by all our visitors.

No better recipe for a fun and constructive holiday than: the sun, the endless breathtaking

beaches and exploring English could have ever been combined. Cyprus as well as Crete

are regarded as popular destinations with the two airports in Cyprus and the two airports

of Crete offering numerous flights and chartered flights to easily access the islands.

The two islands have over 10 thousand years of history and are therefore well-recognized

internationally for their historical backgrounds. Visitors will be given the opportunity to

explore the cultural heritage of the two islands, therefore gaining a unique culture

experience considered as a lifetime possession.

Our all year round sunshine and beaches will energize and inspire youngsters to study a language and at the same time have a fantastic time.

The hospitality and friendliness are considered the main characteristics anyone will come

across in Cyprus and Crete and will ensure they have a pleasant and comfortable stay.

CURRENCY: Euro (€)

LOCAL TIME: GMT +2

Larnaka

“Where summer is longer”

GENERAL INFORMATION:

• Cyprus is located in the Eastern Mediterranean Sea

• Third largest island in the Mediterranean Sea

• It is at a crossroad point of three major continents: Europe, Asia and Africa

• Due to its strategic location, many civilizations have wanted to conquer it

• Cities in Cyprus: Lefkosia ( capital), Lemesos, Larnaka, Pafos

• Member of the European Union following European norms and standards

• Mediterranean climate

• Approximately 265 days of sunshine!

• Accommodates numerous blue flag beaches

• Excellent reputation of being a safe and friendly place

LANGUAGE: • Main language is Greek• English language is spoken by almost everyone• French, German and Russian spoken within tourist industry

RELIGION:• majority of Greek-Cypriots are Greek-Orthodox Christians• other denominations: Armenians, Maronites, Roman Catholics, Muslims

FACTS ON LARNAKA:• Larnaka is the third largest city in Cyprus and has the main International airport

• Larnaka is the oldest city of Cyprus built over the ancient city kingdom of Kition, a rich sea port and major centre of the copper trade and later a Phoenician stronghold

• It is well known for its palm lined sea front promenade known as Finikoudes where visitors will find cafes, restaurants, the marina and the beach

• Larnaka is internationally recognized as it is one of the most tourist friendly destinations, satisfying the taste of all travelers of all ages

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The hotel facilities include:• Open air bar and patio

• Cosy lobby

• TV Lounge

• Games room

• Private breakfast room

• Swimming pool

• 24 hour room service

• On suite bathroom

• Hairdryers

• Wireless internet (extra charge)

• Satellite TV

• Fully equipped kitchenette

• Air condition (extra charge)

• 15 hours of English lessons per week• Placement test• Small groups with qualified English teachers• All course material is included and will be given on the first lesson• Certificate from recognized UK Awarding Body (N.C.F.E) included in package• Focus on communicative skills- especially speaking and listening• Fun and interactive English sessions

English Language Course Information:

Accommodation:Larnaka will accommodate guests at a 3 star beach

hotel. The hotel is well known for it’s rich and tasty food.

Guests will love the location as it is a few steps from the

Blue Flag Makenzie beach.

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Indicative timetable:

Evening19:00 - 23:00

Meet and GreetEvening

Bowling + Cinema Night

The Greek Night Experience

Games Night (Bingo etc..)

Traditional Cypriot Night

Disco Night KaraokeEvening

Afternoon13:00 - 19:00

Town Sightseeing (Love Bus, etc..)

Beach + Beach Volley

Discover Scuba (Day Trip- Protaras)

Lefkara- Skarinou Traditional Villages Visit

Beach- Kastella Beach

MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY

Morning 9:00 - 13:00

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WaterPark Beach + Pool

WaterPark Beach + Pool

Evening19:00 - 23:00

Finikoudes-Town walk-cafes etc..

Bowling+ Cinema Night

Greek Food and Dancing Evening

Open-Air Movie Night

Traditional Cyprus Event

Latin Party Departures

Afternoon13:00 - 19:00 Beach day

Pirate Boat Trip- Agia Napa

Scuba Dive- Protaras Trip

Sports Day MakenzieBeach

MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY

Morning 9:00 - 13:00

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EnglishLessons

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Lemesos -Lady’s Mile Beach

Lemesos -Lady’s Mile Beach

Beach

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*Minor changes may be made without notice*Discover scuba diving is optional at the cost of €40

TOWN SIGHTSEEING - LOVE BUS:

Our city tour will be operated by the double-decker open air bus which will offer

a fun trip to Larnaka’s top ten attractions!

The city tour will begin from the town’s centre sea front ‘Finikoudes’ and will

stop at: Larnaka’s Castle, Saint Lazarus church, Angeloktisti church, the Hala

Sultan Tekke mosque, Larnaka’s Salt lake, Phaneromeni church, St George

Makris church, Larnaka’s aqueduct, and the city’s theatre.

The tour will be operated in 8 different languages giving visitors the opportunity

to comprehend the history at each place of interest having the time to take

photographs and explore the places.

Our purpose is to have a fun tour which will allow visitors to explore and view the whole city under-standing its history.

BEACH AND GAMES:

Taking advantage of our blue flag beaches visitors will have a fun day out on the

beach playing games and sports such as beach volley and football.

Our games will give visitors the opportunity to build their team work skills and have a fun day out by the beach!

Explore Larnaka through Activities

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DISCOVER SCUBA DIVING (TRIP TO PROTARAS):

This is a PADI program designed for people who

want to try diving. It is easy and quick. Escorted by a

PADI professional you can dive to a maximum depth

of 12 meter.

This training involves:

a) A Short Theory Session

b) A Shallow water skills session

c) A One dive in the sea

Minimum age: 10 years or older. You can also credit

your Discover Scuba Diving program toward PADI

Scuba Diver or Open Water certification.

What will be offered? A personal service with the highest possible quality and safety in diving, never forgetting that we all want to have fun.

“It’s gonna be another flip-flop summer.”

LEFKARA AND SKARINOU TRADITIONAL VILLAGES VISIT:

Our first stop will be at Skarinou village where visitors will have the opportunity

to explore and learn about Cyprus history which will be presented in the wax

museum. There are over 150 wax figures which present events of Cypriot history

past and pass on a strong feeling of history and everyday life events of the

place. The wax figures bring history to life and are accompanied with clips and

explanations to enhance visitors understanding.

Furthermore, our guests will also visit the winery and olive press where they will

have a hands-on experience on how we make our traditional goods making it an

unforgettable and interesting experience.

After our activities visitors will stop at the next village which has kept and

maintained its traditional character and a walk in the beautiful village of Lefkara

which will captivate all visitors.

Combining education, culture and fun is important to us as we aim offer a memorable experience!

KASTELLA BEACH:

Kastella is a blue flag beach and is considered a tropical escape in the heart of

Larnaka! Visitors will have the opportunity to relax and enjoy their day at the

beach under the tropical-like umbrellas where they can read a book, build sand

castles or play ball games.

A fun day out at the beach will energize and revive guests!

Explore Larnaka through Activities

WATERPARK:

Our guests will have a fantastic all day trip to one

of our biggest waterparks in Cyprus. It is a safe

equipped waterpark and has been awarded as

Europe’s leading Waterpark Attraction from World

Travel Awards. Fasouri Watermania Waterpark has

30 different slides appropriate for all ages with an

enthusiastic and well trained team who look forward

to entertain and take care of visitors.

Nobody can doubt that it will be an experience to remember!

PIRATE BOAT TRIP (AGIA NAPA):

The big wooden Pirate boat will be ready to welcome all guests on board and take

them along Protaras coastline where Cyprus has some of the most beautiful

and well-known beaches with white smooth sand and crystal clear waters. Our

stops will include: Famagusta Ghost Town, Konnos Bay, Sea Caves, Blue Lagoon,

Cavo Greco, Fig Tree Bay and Golden Coast. Guests will be given pirate themed

costumes and will enjoy a rich buffet and barbeque on board, a pirates show and

at the end they will receive a pirates certificate of attendance.

It is guaranteed to be an unforgettable experience!

MAKENZIE BEACH:

Makenzie beach is one of the most popular beaches in Cyprus and it attracts a

large number of tourists as well as locals. It offers a beautiful sandy beach with

clear waters and an endless row of remarkable restaurants and beach bars next

to the beach.

LEMESOS TRIP TO LADY’S MILE BEACH:

We guarantee visitors will have a day to remember at Lady’s Mile beach as they

will have great fun playing on the inflatable games in the sea appropriate for all

ages. The beach also offers beach soccer and beach volley equipment, umbrellas

and sun beds as well as water sports and restaurants.

With so many things to do it is assured that everyone will have a great day out at Lemesos’s cosmopolitan and famous beach!

Explore Larnaka through Activities

FINIKOUDES TOWN CENTRE:

Finikoudes sea front with its endless restaurants,

cafes and game centers is appropriate for visitors of

all ages.

The endless rows of palm trees, the beach, the marina and the town’s old castle will mesmerize any visitor who will enjoy taking walks along the sea front.

MEET AND GREET EVENING:

Our first night will be a good ice-breaker where visitors will be given the opportu-

nity to meet each other through activities and have a welcome dinner!

BOWLING AND CINEMA NIGHT:

K-max bowling centre will host our guests for a bowling evening followed

by a meal and a movie at the cinema.

K-max bowling centre has 10 bowling lanes and tournaments are arranged build-

ing team work skills. Bowling is an activity appropriate and enjoyed by people of

all ages. A meal at the centre’s restaurant will follow and then visitors will watch

a movie at the cinema in English in order to improve listening skills which is

important for improving communication when learning a foreign language.

THE GREEK NIGHT EXPERIENCE:

Using our senses to learn and comprehend a culture will make it more memora-

ble and interesting for visitors. A buffet with traditional Greek food will be offered

followed by Greek music and traditional Greek dancing. Visitors will have a great

time dancing and having fun listening to the famous Zorbas song!

TRADITIONAL CYPRIOT EVENING:

Guests will love tasting the traditional Cypriot food which will be a buffet in order

to make sure the have the opportunity to taste many of the delicious Cypriot

goods. After food professional Cypriot Traditional Dancers will join us to teach

us how the traditional Cypriot dancing is done so everyone can join in the fun and

dancing.

Summertime Fun

DISCO NIGHT:

Guest will listen to music, play games and dance

having the opportunity to socialize and have fun

before departures begin!

KARAOKE EVENING:

Visitors will have a fantastic time singing their

favorite songs either in groups or solo. The endless

lists of songs in different languages will satisfy

everyone’s taste and make sure they have an enjoy-

able and amusing evening out!

GREEK ISLANDS SUMMER SCHOOLS OFFERS A PACKAGE THAT INCLUDES THE FOLLOWING:

• 15 hours of English lessons per week• Course material• Placement test• Certificate• Accommodation at hotel apartments• All meals included• All transfers included• All activities!!!

WHAT VISITORS WILL NEED:

• Insurance• Air tickets• Pocket money

Note: * The recommended day of arrival is Sunday as English courses begin on Monday morning, although guests can be accepted on another day if needed.

CONTACT US:

Address: 46 Thessalonikis Avenue, 6035 Larnaka, Cyprus Phone: (+357) 99 379 832, (+357) 99 761 836Email: info@greekislandscourses.comWeb: www.greekislandscourses.com

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