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During your time in Latvia, you’ll have the chance to learn first hand all about the ancient and unique culture of Latvia, as well as the modern lifestyles of its people. Enjoy the beautiful Latvian landscape, with its numerous lakes, rolling hills, plains, rivers, and pristine pine forests. Take part in numerous folk festivals celebrating Latvian culture through dances, songs, and poetry and show off traditional Latvian clothing.

School is the center of social life for teenagers in Latvia. Sports activities, like basketball, football, swimming or winter sports are a common source of fun along with music, singing, dancing, crafts, and drama in the local community organizations. Latvia is well-known for its choral singing and folk dances. When the weather is nice, teens spend time outdoors, getting together with friends, going to parties, seeing a movie or just hanging out in the local cafe.

 

Language Need On Arrival: Intermediate level English (B1)

Eligibility Requirements

Accepted for the 2023-24 school year in Latvia are students born from 25 August 2005 to 25 February 2008.

What's included in your experience

  • Airfare
  • Airport Pick-up
  • Host Family Placement
  • Housing
  • Individual Contact Person
  • Medical Insurance
  • 24/7 Emergency Support
  • Pre-Departure Orientation
  • Orientations during your time abroad
  • Re-entry Orientation
  • Continuous Support
  • Worldwide Presence
  • 70 Years Experience

What you are responsible for

  • Vaccinations