by Grant Rocco, student at Centro BABILONIA in Taormina, Sicily My time in Taormina, at the Italian language school Babilonia, was unique for a few reasons: it was my second time studying Italian at Babilonia, it was during COVID epidemic, and I was there to prepare for the CELI exam. Most Babilonia students have not…
DetailsIf you’ve ever wondered this, then this is the article for you. In this article, you will discover all the secrets to how you can choose the best time for your trip as we explore each season’s advantages and disadvantages.Whilst Italy’s stunning coastlines make summer perfect for sun worshippers and beach lovers, its snow-capped mountains,…
DetailsOur Italian language school in Taormina, Sicily is proud to announce that Contents1 BABILONIA has been shortlisted in the StudyTravel Star Awards 2020 ST Star Italian Language School!2 A wonderful recognition of the high quality standards of our school!3 Thank you! BABILONIA has been shortlisted in the StudyTravel Star Awards 2020 ST Star Italian Language…
Detailsby Stephen Jacobs Contents1 Study abroad experiences are encouraged for a variety of reasons.1.1 There are several instances in which one’s travel experience could enhance exchanges within the classroom.1.2 Expanding one’s outlook from the local to the global perspective is fundamental to achieving a more complete understanding of the world.2 Benefits at the home institution…
DetailsThe levels of knowledge of a foreign language are defined internationally by the CEFR – Common European Framework of Reference for the Knowledge of Foreign Languages. Within this framework, there are six Italian language levels: from level A1 (absolute beginner) to level C2 (mastery).Before discussing how to move from one level to another, we must…
DetailsContents1 Our guide to Italian gestures2 Yummy !3 Wait !4 OK!5 Excuse me!!6 How much is it ?7 How about some spaghetti?8 What do you want? What are you saying?!9 Together?10 Are you crazy!? Our guide to Italian gestures Learning a language is not just learning grammar rules. A language is so much more then…
Detailsby Steven Jacobs Let’s face it. You aren’t coming to Sicily just to study. The pristine beaches, tropical climate, breathtaking landscapes, and cannoli galore play an important and fundamental role in your decision to haul your portly luggage over to this strange, triangular island. Although small, Taormina and the surrounding area offer a plethora of…
DetailsSo how can you learn fluent Italian in just two months? Though I would have thought it to be mission impossible, I was surprised at how much Italian I was able to learn to use effectively in just two months. What you need are clear ideas about what and how you want to learn and…
Detailsby Steven Jacobs As my semester abroad studying Italian language and culture at Babilonia comes to an end, I have noticed a change in Taormina. The place that I have called home for the past four months has been coming to life. In perfect polyphonic harmony with the blooming of the almond blossoms, wisteria, and…
DetailsChoosing an Italian school is never easy especially when you want to choose the right schoolfor you. The first questions you need to ask yourself are : Are you looking for the best school or the cheapest school? What factors do you need to take into consideration when choosing the school? And just how do…
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