Linguistic Stay

My first visit to France was very refreshing and enriching.
In May 2024, I attended a programme de Séjour Linguistique - The French teacher training program organisedby @Indo Hub French. It was a super transformative programme- un Stage Didactique pour professeurs de FLE (L’institut d'études Françaises de Touraine) along with visits to Normandie, Centre Val de Loire and the vibrant city of Paris.
Impeccable planning with excellent organizational skills right from the beginning by Ms Bijal Menon & Mr Rajith Menon made this trip an unforgettable experience for me. Their immense and expert knowledge of the places and cultural awareness ensured that every moment of the trip was not just a sightseeing excursion, but a deep dive into the heart and soul of France. Right from visa application process assistance to seamless travel from international transportation to local transfer to sightseeing to the training and back to India was so seamless. With their personalized support and care, the journey became so hassle-free and so safe.
Amrita Maam's anecdotes, and knowledge of French history and culture were truly impressive. Playing the quiz on places visited, designed by her, was not only enjoyable but was educational too. Her enthusiasm and energy were so infectious.
Visiting Caen and Tours was a journey filled with captivating history, breathtaking landscapes, captivating chateaux, and unforgettable culinary experiences. The last part of this amazing journey ended in Paris, a city full of vibrant energy and timeless beauty. Watching the iconic majestic Eiffel Tower from a distance for the first time in my life was an overwhelmingly emotional experience. I could feel the little stir in my heart. How can I forget the experience of taking Bateaux Mouches along the river Seine which was so magical…Watching Eiffel Tower at night with flickering lights was a mesmerizing experience..left me in total awe and wonder. I also visited the Trocadéro, strolling down the Champs-Élysées, the wonderful view of the Arc de Triomphe, and visiting the Montmartre gave me a beautiful glimpse of the city's rich history, culture, and beauty. Searching for a vegetarian burger at McDonald's was quite challenging :)). The most unforgettable experience of navigating the city myself with the guidance and support of Ms Bijal via the metro to reach Sacré-Cœur from the Musée du Louvre gave me an empowering sense of confidence and independence.

Meeting so many French professors and making new friends on the journey added joy and camaraderie and made the trip filled with laughter, humour and meaningful connections.

I am thankful to Indo French Hub for making my first trip to France so special and so memorable. I am looking forward to the next programme.
I highly recommend the Séjour Linguistique program to all who wish to immerse themselves in a new language and culture while creating unforgettable memories and experiences.