Experience report by Tanja Hafner about her English language study trip to Bournemouth / England

Tanja Hafner aus Uetikon am See ZH
Tanja Hafner from Uetikon am See ZH
has spent a language stay in
Bournemouth / England graduated

Why did you decide to go on a language study trip?

I have always been interested in other cultures and languages. A language study trip is the best way to get to know the country, the culture and the language. I also wanted to improve my English.

In which country and in which city did your language study trip take place?

My language study trip was in the south-east of England, in Bournemouth.

When did you complete the English language course? How long did it last?

I completed my one-month language study trip in the summer of 2014.

How satisfied were you with your language study trip? What did you particularly like?

I was very happy with my language study trip, as both the school and my host family were great. But what fascinated me most was the contact with other people. Not just with English people, but also with people from all over the world, which was enormously informative and interesting.

What did the language study trip do for you personally and for your career?

The frequent contact with the language, both at school and in my free time and with my host family, has enabled me to improve my English considerably. This not only helps me in my professional life, where English is becoming increasingly important, but also in my private life, as it opens doors to completely new people and cultures.

What tips would you give to anyone interested in a language study trip?

It helps a lot if you are open and open-minded about the country, the people and other cultures. Embark on a new experience and a new adventure and I'm sure you'll have a great time on your language study trip.

Which language study abroad providers have you registered with?

Agency Switzerland Westbourne Academy GmbH

How satisfied were you with this provider?

I was very satisfied with my provider. They catered to my individual needs and found the perfect family for me. Everything else worked out as planned and I really enjoyed my time in Bournemouth.

Pictures from my language study trip to Bournemouth / England (click to enlarge):

Sprachaufenthalt englisch - Strand Sprachaufenthalt englisch - Bournemouth Strand Sprachaufenthalt englisch - Bournemouth Strand Sprachaufenthalt englisch - Kirche Sprachaufenthalt englisch - Downtown Sprachaufenthalt englisch - Downtown Sprachaufenthalt englisch - Ocean-View Sprachaufenthalt englisch - Park Sprachaufenthalt englisch - Promenade Sprachaufenthalt englisch - Strasse

Overview of English language schools