Language Courses Travel & Stay
Travel & Accommodation Requirements
Vancouver
Canada is the second largest country in the world: about 10,000,000 km² in size. It is situated to the north of the United States of America. Vancouver is located on the west coast, about 60 km north of the US border. The capital of Canada is Ottawa and two other large cities to the east are Toronto and Montreal. The population of Canada is over 31 million.
The greater Vancouver area, with its 1.8 million inhabitants, is the biggest city in the province of British Columbia and in Western Canada. Vancouver is situated in a relatively flat area known as the Lower Mainland between the Pacific Ocean and Coastal Mountains. It offers a great variety of outdoor activities within reach – golf, cycling, hiking, sailing, skiing, snowboarding, rollerblading. It is a multicultural and cosmopolitan city that has a large Asian community – about 45% of the population. You can hear many languages spoken in the city streets while a great number of people come to Vancouver to learn English. They are attracted by a lower cost of study than in the USA or United Kingdom, great city atmosphere, stunning mountains and ocean views and friendly Canadians. They will not laugh at your accent, they will talk to you!
Vancouver offers interesting urban architecture, a great choice of restaurants, shopping centers, safe nightlife and entertainment. If you become homesick, you can always visit a cultural centre, restaurant or a club where your native language is spoken and your favourite food is served.
Accommodation
We are aware that a suitable type of accommodation is very important when spending time abroad. You want to be going back to a pleasant environment after a hard day of English study. Good accommodation will contribute to a positive impression of the Canadian environment.
Therefore we offer a variety of accommodation types; it is up to you to choose. If you have any specific requirements, please contact us and we will arrange a place to stay that suits your style and needs.
Furnished Suites
We offer accommodation in luxury furnished suites. This type of accommodation is suitable for a longer stay. It will provide you with a needed privacy, comfort and pleasant environment. The suites are within easy reach of the school, shopping centers, city facilities and often provide great views of the mountains, sea and harbour. If you choose this type of accommodation, you will not have to travel to school. Your tutor may instruct you in your spacious apartment.
Homestay Family
If you wish to stay with a Canadian family, we will arrange a one bedroom accommodation with full pension in a homestay family environment. If you wish to communicate in English even after your lessons, this type of accommodation will help you to overcome the language barrier and learne more about the local environment and city. You will learn about the Canadian culture, lifestyle and traditions. A stay with a family is inexpensive but does not necessarily provide you with privacy because very often you will have to adjust to the family pace of life. Your personal tutor can often teach you directly in the homestay environment.
Hotel or Bed & Breakfast
If you require comfort and privacy, we will arrange quality hotel accommodation for you. Please let us know your requirements and we will provide you with details on hotel or B&B accommodation and pricing.
Formal Requirements Checklist
When travelling to Canada, please make sure you comply with these requirements:
(The checklist below may vary depending on your country of origin).
Visa Application
Return flight ticket purchased before your arrival in Canada.
Health insurance for the entire length of stay.
Sufficient financial means for travel and stay in Canada.
Compliance with the immigration regulations and laws of Canada.
Good health and no criminal record.
Transport
Flight Ticket
We recommend that you reserve a flight as soon as possible in order to get a good rate. You can, of course, buy the ticket yourself. Upon your request we will arrange a flight for you. All the details will be arranged after you register for the course.
Airport Transfer
If you wish no hassle and a worry-free, comfortable and safe transfer from the airport to your accommodation upon your arrival, there will be a company representative waiting for you at the airport and will take you to your residence.
Other Transport
During your stay we will help you to arrange transport when attending any specialized modules. The details will be agreed once you receive your personal language program.
VISAPlease check the formal requirements for your travel and study stay in Canada with your embassy or a consulate. Contact us if you have any general questions and we will advise you.
Health InsuranceWe recommend that you take out health insurance for your stay in Canada. Please check with your local insurance company in your country of origin.
Holidays in CanadaThe following days are holidays in Vancouver (there are no lessons on these days):
- New Years Day, January 1st.
- Good Friday and Easter Monday, March/April.
- Victoria Day, third Monday in May.
- Canada Day, July 1st.
- BC Day, first Monday in August.
- Labour Day, first Monday in September.
- Thanksgiving, second Monday in October.
- Rememberence Day, November 11th.
- Christmas & Boxing Day, December 25th, 26th.
