This February 13-20, 2010 in Cotacachi, Ecuador...
Travel with a Successful Professional Photographer to Explore the Color-Rich Markets and Artisan Towns of Welcoming Ecuador...
Plus Learn and Absorb an Extraordinary Language-Learning Technique -- and Master Spanish in a Week
Over Seven Colorful, Adventure-Filled Days, You'll:
If you're intrigued by the prestige of seeing your photos in magazines... if you long for a career or sideline that lets you travel whenever you like and wherever you please… and if you're ready to enjoy a truly unique and insider's travel experience… then this is, hands down, the best place to begin your adventure.
Join us in Ecuador February 13-20 and immerse yourself in not only the pursuit of taking jaw-dropping photos that sell… but in learning Spanish, too. This proven, Super Thinking System teaches your mind to remember and process in a whole new way.
In seven days, you'll be having conversations in Spanish. No kidding. And it'll be relaxing, stress-free, and fun.
Ecuador is one of those places where you don't need to speak the language to come home saying, "Those people have to be the nicest in the world."
And visually, Ecuador is just as compelling. The landscapes are jaw-droppingly gorgeous -- white clouds settle in thick on the tops of green, vertical peaks. A patchwork quilt of cultivated plots in a thousand shades of green drapes the countryside.
As an attendee in this workshop, you'll see it all – beautiful landscapes, welcoming people, bustling markets… and you’ll do it all in the company of like-minded people sharing a similar goal – to experience this great country before the wheels of "progress" take over.
This workshop will be unlike any kind of tour you’ve ever taken.
We'll meet you at the airport in Quito and we’ll begin our adventure together from there.
Don't have any photography or writing experience? No problem.
The Schedule
In all honesty, you'll never have a chance to experience Ecuador like this again.
There’s no other photo workshop out there that will offer you this... the opportunity to learn Spanish in six days while you explore the Ecuadorian countryside, photographing traditional markets and colorful villages while you practice your Spanish skills along the way.
"SUPER THINKING" is a breakthrough Bulgarian learning technique that pairs the musical tempo found in certain Baroque music with memorization -- plus a formula that will automatically "convert" thousands of English words into Spanish. It's relaxing, stress-free learning that encourages clear thinking, improved health, and limitless creativity.
The UNESCO did a study of Dr. Lozanov's "Super Thinking" in the late 1970's. They found it effective and advised that it be used the world over. Now you have the rare opportunity to try it for yourself.
With this system, you will discover how to think and learn more powerfully in just a week. And it won't just be for Spanish. In fact, you'll gain seven easy intuitive techniques that you can continue to use throughout your life to gain any type of skill -- from using computers to athletics to conversational languages and even photography -- in much less time than with traditional learning techniques.
You’ll have fun with each Spanish lesson, too. Each one is customized to an event you'll enjoy that day… plus you'll take your camera along to work on your photography at the same time. You get to put what you have learned into immediate action!
With "Super Thinking," your whole body and mind will be stimulated to work at its best... in harmony. And you may find you're doing things you never thought possible -- like speaking Spanish in just days and taking photographs so stunning, you'll be amazed.
Plus, each day will begin with a photo review session. You’re invited to select your best photos from the previous day’s shooting and have them reviewed. These sessions are invaluable in helping you improve your technique while you’re out and about each day.
Valentine's Day Special -- Balance is an important part of this workshop. When your body is in balance and relaxed, you learn more. So as a special treat you’ll get to experience a spa treatment at the jaw-droppingly elegant, La Mirage Hosteria. This beautiful hotel is set in luxuriant gardens full of tropical flowers and wildlife and you’re invited to spend a half day relaxing at the elegant covered pool and spa area.
La Mirage Spa offers 11 different types of massages and treatments, including some with local flavor, like the Shaman Purification Treatment, or the Amazonian Bamboo Massage (who knew rolling sticks of bamboo across your back and feet could feel so good) plus other well-know treatments. Couples can enjoy a synchronized massage (complete with rose pedal bath) in private next to the fire.
Whatever you choose, the treat is on us… just suspend your cares and soak up the tranquility while you luxuriate in this elegant Ecuadorian one-of-a-kind spa.
Activity Level
High activity. A good portion of this workshop will be spent out-and-about on foot visiting local craft markets and villages as well as some of the natural attractions of the region, like Crater Lake. You should pack some comfortable walking shoes for these excursions.
Ecuador is at a high altitude, some people may experience altitude sickness. If you have a heart condition, you should consult with your doctor before you travel to find out about how best to adjust to the altitude when you arrive.
Prerequisites
There are no prerequisites. This workshop is for people of all skill levels and experience and the photography and language concepts discussed are doable by anyone.
Dates
February 13-20, 2010
Note: Schedule, speakers, and locations are subject to change.
Your Registration Does NOT Include:
Cancellation Policy: The Ecuador Photography & Spanish Immersion Expedition is non-refundable. If, however, you are unable to attend due to unforeseen circumstances, we will be happy to apply your payment toward a future workshop minus a $200 processing fee. If you cancel due to medical reasons that are covered by your purchased travel-insurance policy, we will advise the insurance company that your travel and conference fees are non-refundable.
This workshop is for digital cameras only. You're welcome to shoot in film if you like, but due to time and space we will only focus on the digital medium of photography and the publications that buy digital photographs. Point-and-shoot digital cameras are welcomed (and encouraged for first-time snappers).
To register now please click below or call Lori toll-free at (866) 415-1425 or (202) 370-6459 Eastern Time. You may also email us at: lori@thephotographerslife.com
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“This is more than what you can get from any other workshop that I know about -- there were so many professional and knowledgeable people involved.” -- Rose Fuller
“Thank you so much to Lori and the staff for providing such a fabulous experience. I learned so much and feel so confident about the information -- I can do this!” -- Lyrae Perry
“It’s a total experience -- lots of learning, lots of socializing, extremely professionally done. You don’t let us down in any area.” -- Viki Hildreth