Are you the outdoors type, in love with nature ever since, as a kid, you started helping your mom with her kitchen garden? Love traveling and experiencing new cultures? Then Thailand is a must visit for you! The Kingdom of Thailand draws more visitors than any other country in Southeast Asia with its irresistible combination of breathtaking natural beauty, inspiring temples, renowned hospitality, robust cuisine and ruins of fabulous ancient kingdoms. Few countries are so well endowed.
From the stupa-studded mountains of Mae Hong Son and the verdant limestone islands of the Andaman Sea, to the pulse-pounding dance clubs of Bangkok and the tranquil villages moored along the Mekong River, Thailand offers something for every type of traveller.
And what’s more, now you can learn Thai while immersing yourself in the most spectacular and vibrant culture of the world! Now, isn’t it a cool deal?
Immersion Thai course, Thailand (Ban Phe)
Religion and monarchy are the cornerstones of Thai culture, and they permeate everyday life. It's the custom to stand for the royal anthem before films are shown, and the national anthem is played across towns, villages and even Bangkok Skytrain stations twice daily.
For the beach-holidaymaker and Bangkok fly-by-nighter, it is often easy to overlook these cultural subtleties - the Thais are a gregarious and accepting lot - but a little bit of respect goes a long way in finding out more about Thailand's people and culture.
Ban Phe is a sleepy and quaint fishing village 180 km south of Bangkok, and perfectly situated along the beautiful beaches of the Gulf of Thailand. This coastal village is a friendly one, and offers a direct view into the daily life of the local Thai people. Several excellent Thai and seafood restaurants and many great shopping venues can be found throughout Ban Phe.
The pier in Ban Phe is a gateway to the incredible island of Samet. This beautiful island is only a 30 minute ferry ride from town, and has something for everyone - from fun-filled beaches with jet skiing and live music, to tranquil, secluded spots where one can enjoy the sea, sand and sun in complete privacy. Ko Samet is also a great place to do some trekking and discover the wide variety of plant and animal life in Thailand.
The famous Suan Son Beach is located on the border of Ban Phe and just down the street from the school. This pine forest national park has a stretch of beach frequented mainly by Thais, the perfect escape from the many touristy beaches in the country.
Ban Phe is only an hour from the famous resort city of Pattaya, with regularly-scheduled and inexpensive van trips available. Pattaya has everything that one could possibly want, and maybe even more! Filled with open markets, shopping centers, clubs and go-go bars, Pattaya is one of the most exciting tourist destinations in the world.
And Ban Phe's close proximity to Bangkok allows for easy weekend trips for job interviews, apartment hunting, or simply a fun weekend in a thrilling city! With all this to offer, Ban Phe is a great place to have fun. Immerse yourself completely into the daily life of Thai culture, and begin your foreign language course in the beautiful village of Ban Phe, Thailand!
Why OIIE?
Language can be learnt in the comfort of one’s home, on the Internet, from private tutors and with the help self-study guides! Then why should I enroll for a Thai language course in Ban Phe, you ask?
Well, the answer is that besides getting a chance to experience what is perhaps the most vibrant country of the world, when you enroll with us you get to learn not just Thai language but much more than that --- the culture, the custom, the people and the country.
Remember, our course isn’t just a run of the mill language course offered by most of our competitions. Because, we offer total immersion that provides you with the rare opportunity to experience a country and its culture from within --- as a native inhabitant would do.
Because, Language is a mode of communication, while at the same time it is the carrier of culture for the native speakers.
Because, in short, there is a difference between learning a language and acquiring a language through immersion.
Because, when you travel, you change much more than just the time-zone! Because, OIIE can help you to acquire the Thai language with our new center in Ban Phe.
Because, well, do you need more reasons?
Where in Thailand?
In our Ban Phe center, located in our own, special-purpose facility. Situated 100 meters off the beach and approximately 2 km east of Ban Phe adjacent to the beachside pine forest of Suan Son, our 20-room hotel offers easy access (direct bus) from Bangkok, onsite internet access, onsite laundry service, roof gardens, lounges, and study rooms, affordable Thai and Western food, as well as easy access to Koh Samet and other beautiful locations.
Why Ban Phe?
A wealth of indoor and outdoor activities
Free island boat trip to Koh Samet
PADI Scuba Certificate (Optional)
Buddhist Meditation Class (Optional)
Thai cooking class (Optional)
The Flagship classes of our other locations
The Thai language is the national and official language of Thailand and the mother tongue of the Thai people, Thailand's dominant ethnic group. Thai is a member of the Tai group of the Tai-Kadai language family. The Tai-Kadai languages are thought to have originated in what is now southern China, and some linguists have proposed links to the Austroasiatic, Austronesian, or Sino-Tibetan language families. It is a tonal and analytic language. The combination of tonality, a complex orthography, relational markers and a distinctive phonology can make Thai difficult to learn for those who do not already speak a related language.
Who
Your fellow students come from many countries on many continents.
Your teacher trainers are some of the most experienced and well-trained in the industry.
Your support staff is extremely helpful, courteous and will assist you with whatever you need.
The locals are peaceful, friendly people who generally like spending time with foreigners.
How
Fill out an application form and ttake the next step towards learning Thai in the vibrant society of Ban
Phe.
How Much - (Fees for Thai Immersion Course)
Thai Immersion program (With Accommodation): $250 per week
IMPORTANT:
As a precaution and for monetary safety please purchase travel / flight
insurance just incase your flight is cancelled or delayed.
Are you the outdoors type, in love with nature ever since, as a kid, you started helping your mom with her kitchen garden? Love traveling and experiencing new cultures? Then Thailand is a must visit for you! The Kingdom of Thailand draws more visitors than any other country in Southeast Asia with its irresistible combination of breathtaking natural beauty, inspiring temples, renowned hospitality, robust cuisine and ruins of fabulous ancient kingdoms. Few countries are so well endowed.
Ban Phe is a sleepy and quaint fishing village 180 km south of Bangkok, and perfectly situated along the beautiful beaches of the Gulf of Thailand. This coastal village is a friendly one, and offers a direct view into the daily life of the local Thai people. Several excellent Thai and seafood restaurants and many great shopping venues can be found throughout Ban Phe.
Language can be learnt in the comfort of one’s home, on the Internet, from private tutors and with the help self-study guides! Then why should I enroll for a Thai language course in Ban Phe, you ask?