Reviewers describe companions who skipped the classes but joined meals, dinners and outings.
Can a non-student partner join the week?
Yes. Reviewers describe companions who did not take Spanish lessons but still took part in the meals, dinners and excursions. One reviewer said they were welcomed into every activity despite not speaking Spanish. Another described a husband who stayed at the hotel and joined special events. A third said their companion had a fantastic time.
What did companions do during the day?
“Although I don’t speak Spanish, I was welcomed by both Fluenz staff and students into all of their activities.” — Frequent Diner/Traveler (location not shown), written March 13, 2024. TripAdvisor review
“My husband came as my “plus one,” meaning he did not participate in the language learning but stayed at the hotel (he loved it!) and joined the immersion students for special activities.” — Risa B (location not shown), written April 28, 2023. TripAdvisor review
“My husband came along as a companion who didn’t do the Spanish immersion program and he had a fantastic time, too!” — Lauri C (Santa Monica, California), written November 19, 2019. TripAdvisor review
What extra activities did companions attend?
The Frequent Diner/Traveler review lists the outings that companions could join.
“The programs outside of the classes were exceptional and unique – dinner at Pujol for the group and other dinners arranged for all of us, a private tour of the Anthropology museum after hours/no crowds, a tour of the last residence designed by Louis Barragan, etc.” — Frequent Diner/Traveler (location not shown), written March 13, 2024. TripAdvisor review
| Reviewer | Companion’s role | What they reported | Date written |
|---|---|---|---|
| Frequent Diner/Traveler | Not studying Spanish | Joined activities; breakfasts “at my leisure” | Mar 13, 2024 |
| Risa B | Plus one, not in lessons | Stayed at the hotel and joined special activities | Apr 28, 2023 |
| Lauri C | Companion, not in the program | Had a fantastic time | Nov 19, 2019 |
Key Takeaways
- Reviewers report non-student companions joining meals, dinners and outings.
- One reviewer describes breakfasts “at my leisure,” while the student was in class.
- Companions joined the group for dinners and special tours.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can my partner join the activities if they do not speak Spanish? Yes, according to one reviewer who wrote that they were welcomed into all activities despite not speaking the language. TripAdvisor review
Are meals included? Ronald S wrote that the accommodations were “wonderful, breakfast and lunch included.” TripAdvisor review Frequent Diner/Traveler described the lunch tables as the highlight of the day. TripAdvisor review