student testimonials

“I’ve just spent a month in Mesagne. My Italian is fairly elementary, but my teacher at l’Acanto school is an excellent teacher, I’ve made speedy progress in terms of fluency, broadening my vocabulary and being able to successfully negotiate real-like situations, such as booking a train journey from Brindisi to Paris in Italian! The local people in Mesagne are very helpful and friendly, and this also helped my conversation skills. “

Ian W., English Teacher, Randalstown, Co.Antrim, N. Ireland,

“The thing I enjoyed most was the perfect combination of learning both Italian language and culture of Puglia I gained over the course that allowed me to relate to local people and develope lasting relationships. The teacher was very much professional. She demonstrated a great deal of enthusiasm, preparation and organization and paid attention to the needs of students. My family stay was most conducive to rapidly picking-up Italian. They allowed me to live in Puglia as a ‘real’ Italian. Grazie mille!”

Izabela S., Pharmacist, Poland,

“The director of L’Acanto, is very patient, kind, and helpful. With a vast knowledge of the area, of teaching, and of tourism, she does a fantastic job teaching and offering advice for a beautiful stay in Mesagne and also in Puglia. Such kind attention to detail made every aspect of my stay very comfortable and enjoyable.”

Molly Mc S., Graduate Student, M.A. in Cultural and Educational Policy Studies Chicago, Illinois, USA,

“L’Acanto literally transported us to another beautiful world – miles away from the stress of our normal day-to-day lives. And you did it with impeccable charm, panache and a continuously “can-do” approach. L’Acanto will always be our first choice whenever we plan to visit Puglia. . .thank you for making it so special.”

David L., President Landis Communications Inc. (LCI), San Francisco, CA, USA,