Program Reviews

I had a wonderful time traveling and studying Spanish in Cuba with Corazon Cuba. I spent one week each in Havana, Trinidad and Viñales. I had Spanish lessons every morning, Monday to Friday. In the afternoon, I had a variety of activities to explore the culture of the Cuban people. The Spanish language instruction was excellent. The teachers began by assessing my skill level and tailored their lessons to my needs. This way, you can make a lot of progress in a short period of time. The accommodations booked for me were top-notch. Both Trinidad and Viñales are subject to power outages, but one of the places I stayed at had a generator and the other had a solar panel to provide supplementary electricity. The services provided by Corazon Cuba from my greeting at the airport to accommodations and transfers throughout flowed seamlessly. I was a little apprehensive about traveling solo to Cuba from the US, but traveling with Corazon Cuba put my mind at ease and allowed me to enjoy myself fully while feeling safe that someone was looking out for me.

I stayed in Habana for 2 weeks. I had a nice single bedroom with my own bathroom. Spanish classes have been amazing. I did learn a lot of new vocabulary and grammar. I also tried some Salsa lessons which have been above my expectations so I booked a lot of extra classes which I enjoyed very much. Habana is an amazing city. It is like traveling back in time. I also did meet a lot of new people which was really great. We went out together to dinner and Salsa parties in the evening. It was a really amazing experience and I would to it anytime possible again!

We can't thank you enough for the most amazing summer adventure. Something for everyone in the family. Such a great crowd of people, volunteers and the team. What an unforgettable adventure. We felt safe and cared for and this is an experience which should not be missed. Leanring to dance with skilled teachers, and loving the way spanish was taught. It was simply amazing. Thank you also for organizing the best 15th birthday party for our daughter. ! The kids have not stopped talking about Cuba. Thankyou.

My wife, two kids ages 10 and 12, and I studied at Corazon Cuba for 3 weeks in June and July this past year, and we absolutely loved it. As Americans, there were obstacles to visiting Cuba, and the office was timely and supportive in helping us navigate the requirements. Airport transfer was easy. The accommodation was exactly as described, near to the school, and serviced as needed throughout our stay. The teachers were professional and experts in their field. Our family placed into three different Spanish levels, and we all strongly progressed in our language proficiency. The teachers adapted to our levels and interests and prepared to meet our language needs. Food at the school was exceptional. As a vegetarian, I was well-accommodated and our kids particular requests were fulfilled when they could be - the kitchen staff created a family environment that was second-to-none. The office and management of the school had an always-open door and had our well-being and satisfaction at the forefront of their minds and work. The cultural tours and events were well-designed and flexed to the composition of the participants. We loved the salsa dancing and noted the community partnerships created by the school. We traveled around the country after our time at Corazon Cuba and maintained some contact with the school and teachers - they cared about us and our experience in their country. The school and experience they provide receives my strongest recommendation because of their professionalism, accommodating flexibility, and value. A great way to visit Cuba!

**Corazón Cuba Study Abroad Program: An Authentic Cultural Experience**

The Corazón Cuba Study Abroad Program offers an unparalleled opportunity to deeply immerse yourself in Cuban culture. The program’s comprehensive curriculum covers not just language, but also history, politics, art, and music, with passionate instructors who bring Cuba’s vibrant heritage to life. Small classes and personalized attention ensure a meaningful learning experience.

The program’s well-planned excursions to iconic sites, combined with insightful lectures, offer a well-rounded view of the country. Throughout, the supportive staff ensures participants feel safe and fully engaged.

I searched for a language school and I found Corazon Cuba. The booking was very easy and Tim Patterson told me everything about the price and sent the detailed program. I arrived later then I should in Cuba, because me plane was late. A Taxi was waiting for me with my name on a sign and brought me to my apartment. The living situation is in the middle of Havanna. In the night I had the opportunity to change money and to buy some water.
At the next morning Carlos brought me to the school. After an introduction and made a test for my language skills. My teacher was Laritza and I was with her for the next 5 days. The learning situation is outside on the terraces of the school, which is new to Euopeans, but it was very nice. Also all the people from the school were nice and helpful.
I loved being there and i am sure, that I will come back:)
Thank you for everything.

I had such an amazing experience with Corazon! Delvis was mi Maestro (my teacher) and he was the best! So patient, kind, friendly and made our small class feel so comfortable! Leo was exceptional and so were the rest of the staff! Food was incredible, wonderful breakfast and lunch with traditional Cuban food, and the Salsa lessons were such a fun experience! The entire staff made me feel welcome and were always available for anything you might need.
I made friends there I’ll never forget and I just wanted to say thank you!

I was really lucky to have chosen Corazon Cuba for my trip to Cuba. As an American it is especially important to have a properly prepared stay. Tim was super responsive, flexible for special requests and clarified everything before my departure. Considering that Cuba has various challenges, my itinerary was well organized and everything went smoothly. The hosts in Havana and Vinales were wonderful and very helpful. I'm frankly amazed that Corazon Cuba provided such a rich program of activities, good accommodations, taxi collectivo transfers, breakfast and lunch as well as Spanish lessons for such a good value! I returned home full of great experiences, memories and fun stories to tell.

A friend and I booked the course through Tim of Corazon Cuba. Tim showed a lot of patience and good humor as we send a lot of mails correcting mistakes of previous emails and reasking question (traveling through india is mentally not a good time to book anything I learned...). But in the end we arrived in La Habana, got picked up by a nice taxi driver and had two amazing weeks. The course was on the rooftop of the school, so sunscreen and a cap were mandatory materials for class. Jose was an incredible teacher, also showing us La Habana and giving us tips where to go after class. The class itself was very intense (most of A1 and A2 in two weeks) but also very interesting and funny. The whole crew was amazing and most evenings we spent relaxing on said rooftop and just enjoying life with the other very cool students.

Excellent way to experience Cuba in a very friendly atmosphere. I stayed two weeks in Havana and one in Trinidad. Intensive Spanish courses in the mornings, salsa classes and city tours in the afternoon. Leo and his team's contribution to such a well-structured atmosphere for intercultural dialogue is amazing. I have met wonderful fellow students from all over the world, age range was 20-70. The extra weekend tour to Vinales is also highly recommended. The school's atmosphere is very cosy and it is just at the very center of Old Havana.