6 independent reviews for Learn Spanish & yoga in the Picos de Europa, Spain
Reviews for Learn Spanish & yoga in the Picos de Europa, Spain
Anna review 11 Apr 2023
1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your vacation?
I was so pleased with everything: punctual and reliable organisation and communication, appealing classrooms, very well structured study material, SUPER friendly and competent teachers, a most wonderful hotel (La Cajiga) + wonderful host (Claudia), incredibly beautiful nature! I took the Spanish + Yoga package and could not have been more satisfied and pleased with both (MUCHAS GRACIAS Sole and Rudi and doggies!!). Also hiking in Asturias was a wonderful experience. I very highly recommend this school and this destination, I will try my best to return as soon as I can.2. What tips would you give other travelers booking this vacation?
Spend two weeks rather than one in this lovely place. The local people and the school are very friendly. If you are into Yoga/Pilates AND animals, you should definitely visit the Socueto Santuario de Caballos (at the end of the road in Abándames). I can also highly recommend the Hotel Palacio La Cajiga with super friendly staff and a rather large breakfast that kept me fed throughout the day (as there are no restaurants directly in Abándames, but you can easily walk to Panes). Bring a torch in case it's already dark when you walk home from Panes to Abándames. Do not worry about transports, Ana and her team from the school are happy to help with any arising issues.3. Did you feel that your vacation benefited local people, reduced environmental impacts or supported conservation?
Benifit to the local people: yes! Reduced envirnamental impacts: yes because the school lays a focus on recycling etc. Supported conservation: The school is situated in a national park, the nature surrounding it is very clean, people pick up after themselves, so did we naturally.4. Finally, how would you rate your vacation overall?
AMAZING, would have loved to stay longer and will try my best to return as soon as I can!Sandra Harvey review 6 May 2022
1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your vacation?
Being immersed in a Spanish village.2. What tips would you give other travelers booking this vacation?
I really feel that it’s best not to be a beginner.3. Did you feel that your vacation benefited local people, reduced environmental impacts or supported conservation?
Yes the local community were involved and we definitely used all the local facilities.4. Finally, how would you rate your vacation overall?
Very enjoyable, nice mix of people and the teachers are very talented.Andrew Edwards review 16 Sep 2019
1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your vacation?
I really enjoyed the classes, they were interesting and varied and tailored to our needs. The tutors were brilliant. I learned a lot.2. What tips would you give other travelers booking this vacation?
Do a little prep according to your level. Speak as much as possible and thrive in a great atmosphere!3. Did you feel that your vacation benefited local people, reduced environmental impacts or supported conservation?
Yes, i feel thst we contributed to bars and restaurants in Panes. Especially La Llagar with its really good food. Hotel Rursl Villa Elena has great owners.4. Finally, how would you rate your vacation overall?
A fantastic vacation and learning experience is a new combination for me and this one is highly recommended.John Bold review 31 Jul 2019
1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your vacation?
We thoroughly enjoyed it all. Each part was a different type of experience - new, challenging, and engaging. Ana and her team made the Spanish learning fun and rewarding, as did Natalia with the yoga. And the scenery and area were stunning.2. What tips would you give other travelers booking this vacation?
Prepare for the weather, it can be changeable. Panes is a lovely little place but fairly quiet.3. Did you feel that your vacation benefited local people, reduced environmental impacts or supported conservation?
Yes, everyone employed and involved in the vacation was Spanish, and nearly all lived locally.4. Finally, how would you rate your vacation overall?
Excellent, a fabulous vacation supported by fabulous people.Hanna Karlsson review 4 Jun 2018
1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your vacation?
It's difficult to point to 1 thing. The school and teachers were lovely and adapted the group/classes to our level. Panes is such a tranquil place, great hiking opportunities and don't miss out on a SUP yoga session with Nata!!2. What tips would you give other travelers booking this vacation?
Bring proper hiking shoes!3. Did you feel that your vacation benefited local people, reduced environmental impacts or supported conservation?
Definitely4. Finally, how would you rate your vacation overall?
Excellent and I'll be heading back at some point!Ann Potter review 16 Sep 2016
1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your vacation?
Loved the yoga in a lovely old farmhouse with a great teacher. The Spanish school was excellent with the lessons at the right level for us.2. What tips would you give other travelers booking this vacation?
The school was in Panes where virtually nobody spoke English so we had to speak Spsnish virtually the whole time.3. Did you feel that your vacation benefited local people, reduced environmental impacts or supported conservation?
Yes through using local hotels /bars and restaurants.4. Finally, how would you rate your vacation overall?
Excellent teaching and yoga which was really enjoyableHoliday Reviews
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