The weather in San Miguel de Allende is desert-like and near perfect all the year round. April, May and June are the hottest months, sometimes very high. The rainy season during July and August is quite beautiful and considered by many the best time to go. It rains 3-4 afternoons a week, and the landscape is lush. December and January can be cold, but never down to freezing. Other than the prescheduled dates below, the holidays are also available year round on request except from Sept 1 to October 15. Courses run on a Sunday to Sunday basis. 2008 Dates: January 19,  February 16, March 22, June 14, August 16, October 27(Day of the Dead)

Citizens of almost all western European countries including the UK as well as USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, Argentina, Chile do not require visas to enter Mexico as tourists. However you to need a ' blue tourist card' also known as tarjeta de turista - available from the airlines on direct flights to Mexico, ports of entry into Mexico or the Mexican consular office. Travellers must ensure that they hold a full passport valid for at least 6 months from the date of their return. Immigration authorities may require your return airline ticket or onward ticket and proof of financial means (international credit cards, debit cards or traveller's cheques). The following vaccinations are recommended: Diphtheria Tetanus Polio (Revaxis) Hepatitis A Typhoid Please consult your GP for guidance. For upto date health information visit: www. fco. gov.uk New Mexican Peso