My Spanish adventure
In October 2012 I was in Spain. I went there because I take part in a Comenius project. To tell you the truth, I was really delighted when I heard that I would go there with my friends. They said that it is hard to talk to other people only in English, but I believed that it would be ok. I was a bit anxious because I wasn’t able to get to know my host family before meeting them in Spain. Besides, it was the first time I flew the airplane. Luckily, it turned out to be an exciting and funny experience. We had a complicated journey, involving two changes. When we arrived in Faro in Portugal we stayed overnight in a nice hostel, where all drinks were on the house. In the morning we went sightseeing. The town had awesome views and a lot of historical buildings. Later in the evening we took a bus to Villa Real (by the Spanish border) where we met our host families. They took me to my “new” home. I had to get used to speaking only in English. It wasn’t easy at first and sometimes I mixed two languages, Polish and English. Jose, my host student, introduced me to many nice people. He was very friendly and I would love to host him in Poland in return. Our days were varied and exceptionally pleasant. We took part in interesting activities at school which was really big, twice as big as mine. At first it seemed as a huge maize with lots of corridors. |
The students there were really cool, relaxed and so cheerful. I especially enjoyed the English classes and school breaks. However, the lessons were too long for me.
The Spanish took us to the beach, Seville and to many more interesting sights. I also had a chance to taste typical Spanish dishes and seafood which was so fresh and delicious, a real treat for the palate! Jose’s mother is a very good cook and I enjoyed her fish dishes and even mussels. What made me crazy , was the time the Spanish eat their meals. Dinners started at 8 pm and finished late at night. It took me some time to get used to it.
On returning back to Poland I felt sad but bottled with lots of memories of the best friends from Spain. It was a great journey, and I had the time of my life. I can’t wait when the Spanish come to Poland. Thank you Comenius! Paweł Żuberek, Poland
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"Our lives in the Limelight"
a week full of unforgettable impressions and memories
Thanks to 'Comenius' I had a chance to participate in a weekly exchange in the south of Spain - Lepe. On a Sunday afternoon when I was received by a Spanish family, I felt that this would be the best week of my life.
With great delight I participated in a trip to Sevilla. I enjoyed the city view from a high tower. A trip to Aracena and Huelva also provided me with many impressions. I had there the opportunity to see 'Las Maravillas Grotto' and the church, from which I could enjoy the picturesque view of the mountains.
With great delight I participated in a trip to Sevilla. I enjoyed the city view from a high tower. A trip to Aracena and Huelva also provided me with many impressions. I had there the opportunity to see 'Las Maravillas Grotto' and the church, from which I could enjoy the picturesque view of the mountains.
I MISS EVERYONE! Well… SEE YOU IN POLAND!
Dominika Osmalak, Poland
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The trip to Doñana National Park was alsoa good idea. To my surprise, I saw there animals that also live in Poland (fallow deer, red deer, wild boar, horses).
Through this week I was hosted by a fantastic girl - Estefania. She is very kind, friendly and beautiful. Although she is a year older than me, I felt as if we were twin sisters and knew each other for many years. Throughout the whole stay in Lepe I felt that we became one big family. When the week was about to finish, I was sorry to say "goodbye". Even today , I miss all the friends I met during this trip. With many of them I’m in touch. |
I spent a wonderful week in Spain
I’ll never forget the time I spent in Spain and the places I visited. For a week I moved from cool Polish autumn weather to a continental climate.
Owning to this trip I could meet a lot of nice and kind people. The most interesting thing for me was the flight to Spain because I had never flown a plane. I found out a lot about the culture and customs of Spain. For example, lessons in Spain last longer than in Poland.
I paid my attention to beautiful landscapes and the beaches which were stretching for miles by the Ocean.
Owning to this trip I could meet a lot of nice and kind people. The most interesting thing for me was the flight to Spain because I had never flown a plane. I found out a lot about the culture and customs of Spain. For example, lessons in Spain last longer than in Poland.
I paid my attention to beautiful landscapes and the beaches which were stretching for miles by the Ocean.
The most interesting town which I have ever seen was Seville- the capital of Andalusia. I visited the Cathedral of Saint Maria and the model ship of Christopher Columbus. I also went up the tower, which had thirty floors. The view from the tower was amazing. (I saw the panorama of the city from it). The wonderful view had also the huge park called Donana, which is situated in the south - west of the Iberian Peninsula.
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It is famous of rich fauna and swamps. I could see there wild animals, which also live in my country. We could admire picturesque view of the mountains when we were in a church.
My stay in Lepe gave me the chance to learn about cultures of other countries which take part in the project. I could improve my English. I understood that it is very important to speak English because we can contact with other people. The Spanish turned out to be very kind and cheerful. They’re also very hospitable. I like their expressive dances. Being worried before visiting Spain was completely unnecessary because I made friends on the first day. I’ll never forget this adventure, the journey which sank deep into my heart.
Klaudia Bednarz, Poland
My stay in Lepe gave me the chance to learn about cultures of other countries which take part in the project. I could improve my English. I understood that it is very important to speak English because we can contact with other people. The Spanish turned out to be very kind and cheerful. They’re also very hospitable. I like their expressive dances. Being worried before visiting Spain was completely unnecessary because I made friends on the first day. I’ll never forget this adventure, the journey which sank deep into my heart.
Klaudia Bednarz, Poland
A positive experience
My initial feelings associated with travel to Spain were mixed. I enjoyed the idea of participating in the exchange but I was also a bit afraid of it. However everything was ok. The first hours of "my adventure" were not very pleasant, but with every day I loved it more and more. . During the project I met many interesting people who were mostly Spanish, but also Greek and Portuguese. Lessons in Lepe were not interesting for me because I don’t understand Spanish. But the lesson of English was interesting and involving.
Adrian Sikora, Poland
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All in all, my experiences from Spain are positive, and if I could, I would take part in the project again.
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