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Bulgaria is a country striving to adapt to the new economic order that prevails in the country. Much has changed for many people, and what were formally regarded as ‘peasants’ now have satellite television, if not a great deal else! Bulgaria has remained remarkably immune to the political turmoil of the recent decades. This has brought with it stability rather than the boom and bust that has characterised some countries in the region. Hence, the currency is fairly stable, and working conditions are predictable. The population is about seven and a half millions and this fits into a landmass of forty-three thousand square miles. Languages spoken include Bulgarian and French, and the religious orientation is eighty five percent Bulgarian Orthodox, with thirteen percent Muslim. Since 1989...  [Read more]

Our TESOL course in Ban Phe, Thailand is validated by the Thai Ministry of Education as is therefore recognized for teaching English in Thailand and also for teaching English worldwide. All of our TESOL courses meet the highest standards and our highly qualified and friendly staff will make sure you have a fantastic experience both during the TESOL program and in your free time. Ban Phe is a quiet and typically Thai fishing village that is situated about 2 hours southeast of Thailand's capital city, Bangkok. Ban Phe is ideally located as it fronts one of the many lovely beaches in the Gulf of Thailand. This friendly and charming seaside town is very Thai in style and thus provides an interesting glimpse into typical Thai lifestyle and culture. Ban Phe is home to a number of superb Thai...  [Read more]

Named as one of the world’s Top Ten Cities by Travel + Leisure and the number one visited city by Global Destination Cities Index Bangkok is one of the most exciting places to visit in Asia if not the world. The city is a vibrant mix of traditional and contemporary styles with exquisite Buddhist temples and soaring modern shopping malls existing side-by-side in the maelstrom of everyday life on the streets. You can sweat it out in a hectic local market buying fresh tropical fruits one minute then cool off in the air-conditioned atmosphere of a luxury shopping mall the next. Home to 14 million people from all over the country and the world, it is the ideal place to experience the cultures of Thailand’s different regions in one place as well as the latest trends and fashions from other...  [Read more]

Our training center in Chongqing, China gives students the chance to earn their TESOL certificate in a classroom environment in just three weeks, ideal for those short on time. Chongqing is an important industrial and economic center in southwest China and is located on the Yangzi River. The city is popular with tourists from the rest of China and is becoming increasingly popular with international visitors. With several museums, amusement parks and a zoo, there is plenty to see and do in the city itself. As the gateway to the Three Gorges region there is also plenty to enjoy outside the city such as the ancient temple complex of Baidicheng or the Three Natural Bridges; three natural limestone bridges that span the Yangshui River. Another major draw for tourists is Chongqing Hot Pot, a...  [Read more]

Home / CELTA Trinity Courses / Athens Athens is always a popular choice with CELTA trainees as it has a thriving market for qualified English language teachers. The city is also overflowing with historical sites and is within easy reach of several beaches and the calm blue waters of the Mediterranean Sea. For a quick insight into all that Athens has to offer, click here to enjoy a virtual tour. As well as its many attractions, Athens also provides a welcoming and safe environment in which to live, study and work. If you then add the great climate, delicious local cuisine, and the vibrant nightlife, you can begin to see why the city has been one of Europe’s most popular for decades. No visit to Greece would be complete without heading to one of its many stunning islands,...  [Read more]

Home / CELTA Trinity Courses / Athens Athens is always a popular choice with CELTA trainees as it has a thriving market for qualified English language teachers. The city is also overflowing with historical sites and is within easy reach of several beaches and the calm blue waters of the Mediterranean Sea. For a quick insight into all that Athens has to offer, click here to enjoy a virtual tour. As well as its many attractions, Athens also provides a welcoming and safe environment in which to live, study and work. If you then add the great climate, delicious local cuisine, and the vibrant nightlife, you can begin to see why the city has been one of Europe’s most popular for decades. No visit to Greece would be complete without heading to one of its many stunning islands,...  [Read more]

mexico: What a place. You could easily spend a year in a couple of hours in this hugely diverse and vast country. Whether you prefer snow-capped volcanoes, heavily populated beaches, deserted beaches, superb diving, the hum of the big cities, or the world-class archaeological sites, you would be hard pressed to find a place offering more to the traveller. On the back of the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA), governing free trade between Canada, the USA, and mexico, massive investment has poured into mexico, which in turn has created huge demand for English language skills. Be choosy. For the well-qualified TESOL teacher it is a sellers’ market, and you don’t have to dive in to the first opportunity that comes your way. Indeed, TESOL teacher poaching is a popular pastime...  [Read more]

English is one of the most commonly used second languages across much of the world and it is currently being studied by tens of millions of people from all backgrounds and cultures. How and where they choose to study can vary considerably, but one thing that most English language students have in common is that their studies are led by a tutor known as a TESOL teacher (or something similar such as ESL teacher, TEFL teacher, etc). The role of a TESOL teacher is to slowly build up their student's abilities in the four language skills; reading, writing, speaking, and listening, to enable them to reach their individual study goals, which could be for work, study, travel, or a variety of other reasons. Please note: the acronym TESOL stands for Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages. ...  [Read more]