Europass, Centro Studi Europeo, Florence, Italy

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General Information on Europass, Centro Studi Europeo

The language school Europass, Centro Studi Europeo was founded in Florence, Italy in 1992. We provide an intimate learning atmosphere in the historical Palazzo Galletti, and employ qualified staff that enjoys teaching, language, art and Florence. A stroll away from the Duomo, students have access to all Florence has to offer. The school is located in Via S. Egidio 12, 50122 Florence (Italy).

Facilities

- located in a prestigious neo-classical style building in the centre of Florence - spacious and bright classrooms with a fantastic view and balconies to chat with other students and relax - completely air-conditioned - lounge with reading materials, tv and games - vending machine for soft drinks, coffee and snacks - books and dvds for self-study - TV-room with all the latest technology - Information desk - Computer lab and free Wireless connection

Accreditations and Quality seals of Europass, Centro Studi Europeo, Florence

Regional Council of Tuscany

Airport transfer

Best arrival airport is Amerigo Vespucci, Florence.  It takes 40 minutes by bus to school.

All prices in € (convert currency). Below the original school prices are displayed.  The 5% DISCOUNT on the tuition fee will automatically be deducted on receipt of your registration.

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1

Intensive course
Lessons per week: 30  | Max. group size: 12
329 € per week

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The afternoon sessions aim at mastering the subjects learned during the morning lessons.
Starting dates	Every Monday . Beginner level start only: 09.Jan.2012, 23.Jan.2012, 06.Feb.2012, 20.Feb.2012, 05.Mar.2012, 19.Mar.2012, 02.Apr.2012, 16.Apr.2012, 07.May.2012, 21.May.2012, 04.Jun.2012, 18.Jun.2012, 02.Jul.2012, 16.Jul.2012, 06.Aug.2012, 20.Aug.2012, 03.Sep.2012, 17.Sep.2012, 01.Oct.2012, 15.Oct.2012, 05.Nov.2012, 19.Nov.2012, 03.Dec.2012
General course schedule	Morning: 9:00  - 12:40 Afternoon: 13:10  - 14:50
Required minimum language level	Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required

2

Standard Course
Lessons per week: 20  | Max. group size: 12
239 € per week

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Price in €	239	399	524	639	754	869	1099	1329	1559	--
Focuses on the gradual and balanced development of the four basic language skills: listening, reading, speaking and writing. Ideal to improve oral and written communication skills.
Starting dates	Every Monday . Beginner level start only: 09.Jan.2012, 23.Jan.2012, 06.Feb.2012, 20.Feb.2012, 05.Mar.2012, 19.Mar.2012, 02.Apr.2012, 16.Apr.2012, 07.May.2012, 21.May.2012, 04.Jun.2012, 18.Jun.2012, 02.Jul.2012, 16.Jul.2012, 06.Aug.2012, 20.Aug.2012, 03.Sep.2012, 17.Sep.2012, 01.Oct.2012, 15.Oct.2012, 05.Nov.2012, 19.Nov.2012, 03.Dec.2012
General course schedule	Morning: 9:00  - 12:40
Required minimum language level	Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required

3

Compact Course
Lessons per week: 10  | Max. group size: 12
139 € per week

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Price in €	139	239	309	379	449	519	659	799	934	65
Recommended for those who wish to make quick progress in their theoretical knowledge as well as improve their speaking skills. Students can choose between conversation or grammar. The lessons take place Monday - Friday from 9.00 – 10.40 in the morning (grammar) or from 11.00 -12.40 (conversation).
Starting dates	Every Monday . Beginner level start only: 09.Jan.2012, 23.Jan.2012, 06.Feb.2012, 20.Feb.2012, 05.Mar.2012, 19.Mar.2012, 02.Apr.2012, 16.Apr.2012, 07.May.2012, 21.May.2012, 04.Jun.2012, 18.Jun.2012, 02.Jul.2012, 16.Jul.2012, 06.Aug.2012, 20.Aug.2012, 03.Sep.2012, 17.Sep.2012, 01.Oct.2012, 15.Oct.2012, 05.Nov.2012, 19.Nov.2012, 03.Dec.2012
Required minimum language level	Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required

4

Part time course
Lessons per week: 6  | Max. group size: 12
99 € per week

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Price in €	99	179	229	279	329	379	479	579	1279	56
The highly flexible schedule of our Part-time Course allows students to arrange the classes according to their needs, designed especially for those working or studying. Upon request students can either attend three lessons of grammar (9.00 – 10.40) or three lessons of conversation (11.00 – 12.40) per week.
Starting dates	Every Monday .
Required minimum language level	Elementary (A2)

5

Italian & Culture
Lessons per week: 30  | Max. group size: 12
350 € per week (Based on the price of 2 weeks)

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The school offers a wide range of thematic courses about Italy, Tuscany and Florence, combined with Italian lessons. Students can chose among: Art history, Contemporary Florence, Florence from Middle Ages to Renaissance, History, Social History from 1940 to 2000, Italy in the European Union, Literature, Contemporary Literature, Italian Cinema. The two-week programme consists of 40 hours of Italian language study and 20 hours of Culture classes. Fixed duration: 2 weeks.
Starting dates	2012: 09.Jan.2012, 23.Jan.2012, 06.Feb.2012, 20.Feb.2012, 05.Mar.2012, 19.Mar.2012, 02.Apr.2012, 16.Apr.2012, 07.May.2012, 21.May.2012, 04.Jun.2012, 18.Jun.2012, 02.Jul.2012, 16.Jul.2012, 06.Aug.2012, 20.Aug.2012, 03.Sep.2012, 17.Sep.2012, 01.Oct.2012, 15.Oct.2012, 05.Nov.2012, 19.Nov.2012, 03.Dec.2012.
General course schedule	Morning: 9:00  - 12:40 Afternoon: 13:10  - 14:50
Required minimum language level	Lower intermediate (B1)

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Italian Art & Design Courses
Lessons per week: 30  | Max. group size: 12
190 € per week

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Price in €	190	709	934	1129	1319	1509	1889	2269	2649	190
The country's reputation for fine craftsmanship, tradition and innovation in the fields of fashion, jewellery and art are taught in equipped classrooms by individuals who have a long tradition in their specialized area. These programmes have been conceived to meet the needs of all those wishing to combine intensive language learning with the attendance of an art course to be chosen among Painting, Drawing, Sculpture, Ceramic and Fashion Design. All schedules consist of 20 Italian lessons plus 10 art lessons per week. Minimum duration: 2 weeks. Maximum duration: 12 months.
Starting dates	Every Monday . Beginner level start only: 09.Jan.2012, 23.Jan.2012, 06.Feb.2012, 20.Feb.2012, 05.Mar.2012, 19.Mar.2012, 02.Apr.2012, 16.Apr.2012, 07.May.2012, 21.May.2012, 04.Jun.2012, 18.Jun.2012, 02.Jul.2012, 16.Jul.2012, 06.Aug.2012, 20.Aug.2012, 03.Sep.2012, 17.Sep.2012, 01.Oct.2012, 15.Oct.2012, 05.Nov.2012, 19.Nov.2012, 03.Dec.2012
General course schedule	Morning: 9:00  - 12:40 Afternoon: 15:00  - 17:00
Required minimum language level	Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required

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Italian Cooking
Lessons per week: 26  | Max. group size: 12
449 € per week

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Share in the Italian passion for food and wine. With an emphasis on typical Tuscan specialties, these courses are conducted in Italian and take place in a modern kitchen facility. Classes are open to the curious, food lovers or aspiring and professional chefs. All courses are taught in Italian or English. Cooking class size: max 5 students. The Introduction to Italian Cooking course is 1 to 2 weeks long. Students interested in the Professional Italian cooking course can choose between 4, 8 or 12 weeks.
Starting dates	Every Monday . Beginner level start only: 09.Jan.2012, 23.Jan.2012, 06.Feb.2012, 20.Feb.2012, 05.Mar.2012, 19.Mar.2012, 02.Apr.2012, 16.Apr.2012, 07.May.2012, 21.May.2012, 04.Jun.2012, 18.Jun.2012, 02.Jul.2012, 16.Jul.2012, 06.Aug.2012, 20.Aug.2012, 03.Sep.2012, 17.Sep.2012, 01.Oct.2012, 15.Oct.2012, 05.Nov.2012, 19.Nov.2012, 03.Dec.2012
General course schedule	Morning: 9:00  - 12:40 Afternoon: 13:30  - 16:30
Required minimum language level	Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required

8

Beauty & Wellness
Lessons per week: 20  | Max. group size: 12
550 € per week

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Italian language and culture classes in the morning followed by hot stone massages, Turkish baths and personal care at our Wellness Center in the afternoon. We guarantee a week of silence and relaxation, a pleasure for the soul.
Starting dates	Every Monday . Beginner level start only: 09.Jan.2012, 23.Jan.2012, 06.Feb.2012, 20.Feb.2012, 05.Mar.2012, 19.Mar.2012, 02.Apr.2012, 16.Apr.2012, 07.May.2012, 21.May.2012, 04.Jun.2012, 18.Jun.2012, 02.Jul.2012, 16.Jul.2012, 06.Aug.2012, 20.Aug.2012, 03.Sep.2012, 17.Sep.2012, 01.Oct.2012, 15.Oct.2012, 05.Nov.2012, 19.Nov.2012, 03.Dec.2012
General course schedule	Morning: 9:00  - 12:40
Required minimum language level	Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required

9

Italian and Jewellery
Lessons per week: 26  | Max. group size: 12
695 € per week (Based on the price of 4 weeks)

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All instructors are qualified as Art Masters in jewellery. They guide students in traditional jewellery making and techniques, such as embossing, chiseling and engraving, according to the student's previous knowledge and future aspirations. Materials are not included.
Starting dates	Every Monday . Beginner level start only: 09.Jan.2012, 23.Jan.2012, 06.Feb.2012, 20.Feb.2012, 05.Mar.2012, 19.Mar.2012, 02.Apr.2012, 16.Apr.2012, 07.May.2012, 21.May.2012, 04.Jun.2012, 18.Jun.2012, 02.Jul.2012, 16.Jul.2012, 06.Aug.2012, 20.Aug.2012, 03.Sep.2012, 17.Sep.2012, 01.Oct.2012, 15.Oct.2012, 05.Nov.2012, 19.Nov.2012, 03.Dec.2012
General course schedule	Morning: 9:00  - 12:40
Required minimum language level	Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required

10

Teen Camp (14-17 years)
Lessons per week: 20  | Max. group size: 12
728 € per week

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Price in €	728	1354	1904	2354	2942	3530	4706	5882	7058	588
Enrich your child's world! Introduce them to a new language and culture. Our programmes for Juniors teach young adults a second language, while promoting an appreciation for diversity through language, sports, leisure, cultural activities and interaction with students of a similar age from around the world. Students live with a carefully selected Italian host family, participate in supervised activities that encourage them to speak Italian, visit historical points of interest in and around Florence and enjoy traditional Tuscan meals. Price includes accommodation (double or triple room in homestay), full board, airport transfers, daily sport & leisure activities, weekend excursions to Tuscan cities &/or the beach (student is responsible for buying lunch on excursions). Spring session dates: April 2nd to April 27th Summer Camp dates: July 2nd to September 14th Fall session dates: October 29th to November 23rd Total beginners please must start on specified dates.
Starting dates	Every Monday . Beginner level start only: 02.Apr.2012, 02.Jul.2012, 16.Jul.2012, 06.Aug.2012, 20.Aug.2012, 29.Oct.2012 Course not available: 01.Jan.2012 - 30.Mar.2012, 30.Apr.2012 - 29.Jun.2012, 17.Sep.2012 - 26.Oct.2012, 26.Nov.2012 - 31.Dec.2012
General course schedule	Morning: 9:10  - 12:50 Afternoon: 15:00  - 18:40
Required minimum language level	Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required

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A Slice of Tuscan life
Lessons per week: 20  | Max. group size: 12
389 € per week

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Five days of Tuscan language, culture, food and wine. Participants study Italian and view the region with ease and comfort. The week includes guided tours of Florence by foot and a leisurely travel to the Chianti countryside by bus, as well as visits to historical sights. The programme will be completed by an aperitivo (typical Italian habit), for a bit of Tuscan flavour.
Starting dates	2012: 05.Mar.2012, 19.Mar.2012, 02.Apr.2012, 16.Apr.2012, 07.May.2012, 21.May.2012, 04.Jun.2012, 18.Jun.2012, 02.Jul.2012, 16.Jul.2012, 06.Aug.2012, 20.Aug.2012, 03.Sep.2012, 17.Sep.2012, 01.Oct.2012, 15.Oct.2012. Course not available: 01.Jan.2012 - 02.Mar.2012, 22.Oct.2012 - 31.Dec.2012
General course schedule	Morning: 9:00  - 12:40
Required minimum language level	Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required

12

Combined course 20 + 10
Lessons per week: 30  | Max. group size: 12
540 € per week

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Standard language course in the morning with an additional 2 private lessons in the afternoon allowing students to focus on their individual needs and goals. Afternoon lessons are emphasize language practice and improvement of communication skills.
Starting dates	Every Monday . Beginner level start only: 09.Jan.2012, 23.Jan.2012, 06.Feb.2012, 20.Feb.2012, 05.Mar.2012, 19.Mar.2012, 02.Apr.2012, 16.Apr.2012, 07.May.2012, 21.May.2012, 04.Jun.2012, 18.Jun.2012, 02.Jul.2012, 16.Jul.2012, 06.Aug.2012, 20.Aug.2012, 03.Sep.2012, 17.Sep.2012, 01.Oct.2012, 15.Oct.2012, 05.Nov.2012, 19.Nov.2012, 03.Dec.2012
General course schedule	Morning: 9:00  - 12:40 Afternoon: 13:10  - 14:50
Required minimum language level	Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required

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Professional Language
Lessons per week: 30  | Max. group size: 12
610 € per week

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Highly personalized and flexible, this course is structured around the specific needs of the student in terms of topics, areas of interest and time. Students specify the language skills they wish to develop and a field of concentration. Working Fields: Economy, Architecture, Business Correspondence, Journalism, Hotel Industry, Law, Medicine, Fashion, Opera, Translation, Tourism.
Starting dates	Every Monday .
General course schedule	Morning: 9:00  - 12:40 Afternoon: 13:10  - 14:50
Required minimum language level	Lower intermediate (B1)

14

Exam preparation for CILS, CELI, CIC
Lessons per week: 30  | Max. group size: 12
540 € per week

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Price in €	540	1029	1414	1759	2149	2539	3319	4099	4879	390
Preparation for the CILS, CELI and CIC Language Certificate exams. Group morning classes refresh and deepen knowledge of Italian grammar and conversation according to individual needs and exam requirements. Students receive practical exam experience during the One-to One afternoon lessons. All material required, including copies of former tests, is available on site.
Starting dates	Every Monday . Beginner level start only: 09.Jan.2012, 23.Jan.2012, 06.Feb.2012, 20.Feb.2012, 05.Mar.2012, 19.Mar.2012, 02.Apr.2012, 16.Apr.2012, 07.May.2012, 21.May.2012, 04.Jun.2012, 18.Jun.2012, 02.Jul.2012, 16.Jul.2012, 06.Aug.2012, 20.Aug.2012, 03.Sep.2012, 17.Sep.2012, 01.Oct.2012, 15.Oct.2012, 05.Nov.2012, 19.Nov.2012, 03.Dec.2012
General course schedule	Morning: 9:00  - 12:40 Afternoon: 13:10  - 14:50
Required minimum language level	Beginner (A1) - No previous knowledge required

Note: All courses offered by Europass, Centro Studi Europeo, Florence can be booked online with LanguageCourse.net. In case a course is not listed above, just mention the course description in the comment field of the online registration form.
Lesson duration (minutes):	50 minutes
Individual classes:	Single individual lessons of tuition can be booked at 35 €. The combination of group and individual lessons is highly recommended. Individual lessons will encourage you to actively speak the foreign language and will offer you the opportunity to discuss individual problems and weaknesses.
Exams offered:	CILS ,  CIC, CELI,
Language school closed:	In 2012 (including national and regional bank holidays): 06.Jan.2012, 09.Apr.2012, 25.Apr.2012, 15.Aug.2012, 01.Nov.2012, 24.Dec.2012 - 31.Dec.2012
Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school):	Japanese, German, Italian, Spanish, English
Comments about courses:	Internship available: 1 month Italian standard course and 2 months internship is Euro 1139.

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Apartment with use of kitchen and private bathroom,single room
Single room, No meals
300 € per week

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Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday Price per person Rooms with private bathroom are located near the city center or in the historic center of Florence and are furnished with a washing machine, TV and in most cases WIFI and Air Conditioning. Includes: TV, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Heating, No meals, Private bathroom. Room Occupancy: Single room. Price extra night: 35 € Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price.

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Host Family with breakfast, double room
Double room, Breakfast
180 € per week

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Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday Price per person There is an extra charge in homestays to use the kitchen of 25 euros per week. Includes: TV, Phone, Heating, Breakfast, Shared bathroom. Room Occupancy: Double room. Price extra night: 30 € Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price.

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Host Family with breakfast, single room
Single room, Breakfast
205 € per week

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Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday Price per person There is an extra charge in homestays to use the kitchen of 25 euros per week. Includes: TV, Phone, Heating, Breakfast, Shared bathroom. Room Occupancy: Single room. Price extra night: 35 € Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price.

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Host family with half board (breakfast+dinner), double room
Double room, Half board
260 € per week

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Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday Price per person There is an extra charge in homestays to use the kitchen of 25 euros per week. Includes: TV, Phone, Heating, Half board, Shared bathroom. Room Occupancy: Double room. Price extra night: 40 € Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price.

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Host Family with half board (breakfast+dinner), single room
Single room, Half board
280 € per week

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Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday Price per person There is an extra charge in homestays to use the kitchen of 25 euros per week. Includes: TV, Phone, Heating, Half board, Shared bathroom. Room Occupancy: Single room. Price extra night: 45 € Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price.

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Apartment with use of kitchen and private bathroom, double room
Double room, No meals
280 € per week

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Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday Price per person Rooms with private bathroom are located near the city center or in the historic center of Florence and are furnished with a washing machine, TV and in most cases WIFI and Air Conditioning. This option is also available for students travelling alone. Includes: TV, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Heating, No meals, Private bathroom. Room Occupancy: Double room. Price extra night: 35 € Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price.

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Comfort Apartment with use of kitchen, double room
Double room, No meals
230 € per week

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Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday Price per person Comfort apartments are located in the history center of Florence with a maximum walking distance of 2 km from the school. Distance from school: 30 minutes walking Includes: TV, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Heating, No meals, Shared bathroom. Room Occupancy: Double room. Price extra night: 35 € Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price.

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Comfort Apartment with use of kitchen, single room
Single room, No meals
250 € per week

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Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday Price per person Comfort apartments are located in the historical center of Florence with a maximum walking distance of 2 km from the school. Distance from school: 40 minutes walking Includes: TV, Phone, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Heating, No meals, Shared bathroom. Room Occupancy: Single room. Price extra night: 35 € Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price.

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Standard Apartment with use of kitchen, double room
Double room, No meals
160 € per week

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Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday Price per person Includes: Kitchen, Heating, No meals, Shared bathroom. Room Occupancy: Double room. Price extra night: 35 € Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price.

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Standard Apartment with use of kitchen, single room
Single room, No meals
185 € per week

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Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday Price per person Distance from school: 15 minutes by public transport Includes: Kitchen, Heating, No meals, Shared bathroom. Room Occupancy: Single room. Price extra night: 30 € Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price.

 

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Hostel Shared room (multiple beds)
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91 € per week

Comment	There is an extra charge in homestays to use the kitchen of 25 euros per week.
Max. 1 student of each nationality possible?	yes
Single room	on request
Optional airport transfer:	Amerigo Vespucci, Florence: for 50 € (one way) Taxi costs about 15 € to the city center Pisa Airport: for 140 € (one way) Taxi costs about 250 € to the city center

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