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Study Portuguese in Velas! Our students stay in our new and well-maintained apartments just minutes from the town center of the Velas.  All accommodations have at least one bedroom, one private bath, and a complete mini-kitchen with microwave and...

The Azores and the Azorean Culture: Where Past and Present Converge The Azores consist of many picturesque sights; there are villages and towns, farms and ranches, all surrounded by blue seas, bright skies, and other natural wonders. It is an island...

Enjoy the Azorean Cuisine!  Following is a few of my favorite Azorean recipes. Maria's "Torresmos de Carne de Porco" Cut pork into small pieces. Place meat into a pan and add: 1. salt 2. apple cider vinegar 3. garlic diced 4. crushed pepper paste (I ...

Study Portuguese in the Azores We're happy to answer your questions or put you on our email contact list. Privacy policy: We NEVER share or sell our customer lists. Maria Oliveira Online Language Online Center Spanish , Portuguese , & English...

A three-week Portuguese language immersion program is planned for July 1 – 20, 2025 . Students will attend Portuguese language classes each day from 10:00 A.M. to 12:00 P.M. four days per week.  Afternoons and weekends are reserved for sightseeing, to...

Maria Oliveira is a teacher and a Language Program Specialist. Maria’s passion for teaching reflects her personal educational philosophy: “For a student to achieve and thrive, BOTH the student and the teacher must work hard together in a safe, com...

The Azores Islands "Bem Vindo aos Açores Maria Trip Itinerary Day 1: Arrival at São Jorge Airport in the Azores where Maria will meet you and take you to your accommodations .  Enjoy an afternoon tour of the city of  Velas including stops at ...

Portuguese Downloadable ProgramsEuropean Portuguese Vocabulary Series 1 European Portuguese Vocabulary - Volume 1 Perfect for the independent, motivated language learner! Learn hundreds of Portuguese words in 13 audio lessons. Words you will learn...

We are pleased to provide this page of Portuguese language learning links/resources so that you can enhance your Portuguese language learning experience, or to locate information when you are preparing for travel. CULTURE Sao Jorge - By Maria Oliveira...

Marilyn Cossey Oakland, CA My husband and I went with Maria to the Azores Islands for 3 weeks on a Portuguese language immersion trip.  We had a fantastic time.  Maria provided us with nice accommodations (clean, well maintained, conveniently located i...

This site provides instruction, information, and study tips for individuals who wish to learn European Portuguese. A particular focus is on a study abroad program that take place in the Azores Islands under the guidance of Maria Oliveira, Director of...

Learn European Portuguese! A three-week Portuguese language immersion is planned for July 1 - 20, 2025 . Students will attend Portuguese language classes each day from 10:00 A.M. to 12:00 P.M. four days per week.  Afternoons and weekends are reserved ...