Youth Travel 13-19 years of age
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Surf trip to Portugal

Sand underfoot and salt water in the hair - Portugal's beaches offer world - class surfing and the culture is characterised by the Portuguese's relaxed serenity. In collaboration with Lapoint Surf Camps, we offer a first-class surfing course in a completely unique Portuguese environment in the scenic Alentejo region.

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Learn to surf in Portugal

Portugal is perfect for you who want to learn to surf or improve your surfing technique. On our surfing trip to Portugal, you get the chance to improve your surfing while you make lots of new friends and practice your English. You will experience an unforgettable summer with young people from all over the world.

Living and talking in Portugal

When you travel with STS to Portugal, you live with other young people in a house intended for your course. In these courses, you have no active language teaching, but speak English with leaders, teachers, and classmates. You develop your social and linguistic skills in a natural and fun way!

Activities

Our courses include all activities and all meals so you can relax and focus on having as much fun as possible during your time in Portugal.

About Portugal

With a coastline of almost 100 km towards the Atlantic, Portugal's mainland is ideal for sunbathing and swimming and is considered one of Europe's warmest countries. During the 15th and 16th centuries, the country was one of the world's foremost centers of culture, economy, and politics.

Quick facts

Language: Portugese
Population: 10,2 million 
Currency: Euro (EUR) 
Country code: +351 
Area: 92 000 km2 

Traveling to Portugal

You can travel to Portugal by train, bus, or plane from all over Europe. Transfer is included in the course price to and from Lisbon Airport. Talk to us if you choose to travel in another way so that we can ensure that you arrive safely and securely all the way to the accommodation.

Weather and climate

Portugal is one of Europe's warmest countries and the temperature in the southern part of the country can reach up to 45 ° C during the summer.

Summary

When you dream of an active journey where you get to meet other young people, develop linguistically through conversations in English and surf Europe's best waves, Portugal is the destination for you. Do not forget to pack the water bottle, because here it will be hot and sweaty!

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  • What kinds of language trips are there?

    A language trip can be put together in different ways. The STS concept is:

    Language – this is the kind of language trip where you have classes in the morning and fun excursions and activities the rest of the day and evening. This type of trip can be combined with a sports course (or photography, fashion etc) at plenty of our destinations. For this type of trip, we also offer intensive courses and courses that are specially developed for those with dyslexia.

    Read more about Language here

    Adventure – this is a very popular kind of language trip which does not include traditional tutoring. This course is packed with activities, excursions and other fun stuff. For instance, we offer Coast to Coast, an adventure that will bring our students across the US with stops at plenty of exciting places.

    Read more about Adventure here

    Sport – this type has its main focus on your favourite hobby. If you, for instance, like football, tennis, or surfing you can combine your passion with the language classes we offer.

    Read more about Sport here

  • What are the language lessons like?

    It definitely will not feel like your regular school lessons at home – our teachers will take into account that you are in a country where the language is spoken. There will be a variation of group exercises and supervised activities, all together with your new friends from all over the world. Your homework might, for instance, be to tell your classmates about the dinner you and your host family had last night.

  • Can I stay with my friend?

    Absolutely, we try to place friends and siblings that want to live with the same host family together. Same applies for resort and campus stays. Up to four friends or siblings can live together. Let us know when you book if there is a special person you want to live with.

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  • Can anyone go on a language trip with you?

    We do anything in our power for everyone to be able to go on the trip of their dreams. It is therefore important that you inform us if you have any illnesses, allergies or disabilities. With this information in mind we can find a solution that suits you the best. We have host families that have experience when it comes to diabetes and allergies etc. and who are well informed when it comes to medication, nutrition and the ways of living.

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  • How much will I learn?

    Since you are surrounded by the language everywhere you go – at home, in school and during your spare time, you will benefit from every minute. The things you learn in the class room is just one part of the education. You will also learn a lot when you practice the language after classes, when you spend time with your host family, when you go shopping or when buying ice-cream.

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