Tango Lesson
The Tango, one of the most sensual dances in the world, originates in the region surrounding Buenos Aires. Students get to take an introductory tango class from one of the most iconic tango lesson studios in the city, La Catedral Club.
City Center Walk
We begin the program becoming oriented with some of the most important sites in Buenos Aires’ city center. We visit the Plaza de Mayo, a famous historical protest square located in front of the presidential palace; walk across Avenida 9 de Julio, the widest street in the world; and end with a stop at Café…
Feldkirch
The Medieval city of Feldkirch, situated near the border of Switzerland and Liechtenstein, offers visitors numerous perspectives on life in Austria during the Middle Ages. We will visit the Gothic cathedral, and the imposing fortress on the hill in the center of town, the Schattenburg. We also will visit the town’s central market, where we’ll…
Fussen
An iconic symbol of Bavaria, Schloss Neuschwanstein once served as the inspiration for Walt Disney’s castle. A day trip from Munich, we explore the town of Füssen and the area surrounding the famous castle.
Viktualienmarkt
From its origins as a farmer’s market, the Viktualienmarkt is today a daily market of gourmet and diverse fare and a popular gathering place. Students will complete a scavenger hunt as one of their assignments.
Orvieto
Orvieto is a small fortified city approximately an hour and a half outside of Rome that was founded by the ancient Etruscans. Dramatically perched atop a volcanic rock, students spend the day exploring the city’s famous basilica, quaint medieval streets lined with shops and cafes, museums, caves, and panoramic views of the surrounding valleys.
Vatican City
Vatican City is considered to be the center of the Roman Catholic Church and home to the Pope. The KIIS group will visit St. Peter’s Basilica, the Sistine Chapel and the Vatican Museum, all of which are the most popular landmarks of Vatican City. On occasion, the KIIS group has been known to attend a…
Colosseum, Palatine Hill & Roman Forum
The Palatine Hill, Roman Forum & the Colosseum are some of the most important landmarks of western civilization. You spend an entire day exploring these ancient ruins that were once the center of the world and that have captivated our collective imagination ever since.
Santa Maria del Fiore
Santa Maria del Fiore – The Duomo is the main cathedral of Florence. With its famous cupola (dome) designed and engineered by Brunelleschi, fascade, baptistery and campanile, it is one of the most memorable landmarks in the world. Students typically have the chance to attend a service presented by the Archbishop of Florence, hike to…
Fresco Painting Workshop
Fresco Painting Workshop at the Palazzo Vecchio introduces students to the basic materials and methods used by painters of the Italian Renaissance to permanently adorn the walls and ceilings of palaces, churches and other important buildings.