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What to do in Valparaíso while learning Spanish in Chile | The colourful and shimmering city on the pacific coast of Chile is a must-visit if you are travelling through South America or searching for a destination to learn Spanish in Latin America! Valparaíso is known for being the city of colours, a hippie haven and the perfect place for fresh fish. The streets of Valparaíso are filled with professional graffiti art that will blow your mind. Located 111 km away from Chile’s capital, Santiago, you don´t want to miss this inspiring and relaxing place! Read long to see what to do in Valparaíso while learning Spanish in Chile!

About Valparaíso

The mayor city of Valparaíso is the largest sea town inf Chile. It has a significant influence on the country´s history. This town is perfect for escaping the busy city life of Santiago for the weekend, during your Spanish classes in Santiago. It is situated right on the Pacific coast and offers many great beaches to enjoy the outdoors, not to mention the many street artists and vendors that will keep you entertained! (more…)

What are Best places for outdoor adventure in Latin America to take Spanish lessons? Although all Latin American countries have their fair share of outdoor adventure, some are more heavily saturated than others. Here we are going to outline the best places to travel for outdoor adventure in Latin American to study Spanish. Take Spanish lessons during the mornings and spend the afternoon hiking, biking, surfing, kayaking and more! Live your dreams: improve your Spanish and have the time of your life in the outdoors. Here are the Best places for outdoor adventure in Latin America to take Spanish lessons.

Best places for adventure in Latin America to take Spanish lessons:

• # 1 – Costa Rica
• # 2 – Ecuador
• # 3 – Peru
• # 4 – Chile
• # 5 – Other: Mexico and Colombia

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If you’re visiting Mexico with a Spanish immersion program abroad – or otherwise – look out for these popular Mexican dishes to get a real taste of Mexican cuisine. In this article, we show you our pick of the top must-try popular Mexican food, including tacos, tortillas, guacamole, chilies,corn and so much more! Read our Guide to Popular Mexican Food.

More about Mexican Cuisine

First things first. Let us tell you about more about the amazing Mexican Cuisine.
Chances are you have had many opportunities to try “Mexican” food without ever having stepped foot in the country itself!
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Mexican drinks and Mexican cocktails are among the most popular in the world. So is the Mexican cuisine: many articles have been written about amazing Mexican food and Mexican dishes. Mexican beverages are colorful and varied – as the Mexican culture and the country itself 🙂 Check out this guide for the Best Mexican drinks to prepare for a Spanish Immersion Course in Mexico. Mexican Drinks You Want to Know and Try

No doubts you have heard about Tequila and Margarita. Tequila is the number one liquor of Mexico. Just like champagne, tequila it comes from one specific region: the Mexican state of Jalisco and, more specific, the city Tequila. Tequila is distilled from the sugars of the blue agave plant. You drink tequila with salt and lime or mixed in a cocktail. The most popular cocktail is the before-mentioned Margarita: a combination of tequila, triple sec and lime juice, with salt on the rim of the glass. A margarita on the rocks is probably Mexico’s most emblematic drink.

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Buenos Aires – the beautiful capital of Argentina – is a very interesting and intriguing city. Did you pick Buenos Aires as a destination for a Spanish course in Argentina? You won’t regret it! Not only will you learn loads of Spanish here, with fun Argentine slang included – you will never be bored, not a single afternoon. There is so much to see and do in this stunning metropole!!! So, what to do in Buenos Aires while learning Spanish?

What to do in Buenos Aires while learning Spanish

5 fun activities for beginners (more…)

A Guide to Colombian Slang: Colombianismos

There are Spanish phrases you only hear in Colombia. Spanish is the official language of Colombia. But, like all countries in Latin America, Colombians have their own way to speak Spanish to make them stand out from the crowd. Slang and expressions can be challenging when you are learning the language, because they are so country specific and never literal. Slang has many layers of historical and cultural context that can sometimes take time for a non-native speaker to understand. But with our help, you’ll master Colombia Slang, learning the Spanish Phrases You Only Hear in Colombia.
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Study Spanish in Colombia, and you will be in a tropical country of incredible diversity and charm. The people are amazingly friendly, and Colombia has beautiful nature and landscapes that change almost with a blink of an eye! Study Spanish in Colombia between beaches, jungles and bustling towns!

Colombia is one of the world’s most diverse countries with two oceans, a range of climates, energetic cities, astonishing wildlife. There are many things to do in Colombia for Spanish students, including hiking, kayaking, rafting, rock climbing, paragliding, surfing, diving, dancing, and more. From the Pacific coast and the jungle in the West, to the Amazon forest in the southeast and from there, to the mountain chains in the middle and the beautiful Caribbean in the North…..Do we need to say more? Colombia is simply gorgeous. (more…)

Peru is one of the world’s most bucket list-worthy countries for reasons that span much further than just iconic Machu Picchu. That’s why it is a dream destination for a Spanish Immersion program in abroad!
From the famous ruins of the Incas to its beautiful coastline, the Amazon rainforest and mysterious Nazca lines, there is so much to see and do in Peru. Check out our list of Top 10 things to do in Peru.

Peru is the third largest country in South America after Brazil and Argentina, so it can be hard to choose where to go. However below is a list of 10 things that you really won’t want to miss while learning Spanish in Peru. Fortunately, you can choose between four different Spanish schools in Peru: Lima, Cusco, the Sacred valley of the Incas and the Amazon.

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If you are ready for a new trip this year, why not consider a Spanish Language course in Costa Rica? Costa Rica is now one of the best COVID-proof destinations in South America with four Spanish language schools and great travel opportunities. Unlike some of our other destinations in Latin American, where the situation is a bit more complicated, foreign travelers and language students are welcome in Costa Rica with open arms. Read:  Costa Rica: top places to visit while learning Spanish.

Costa Rica is a unique destination for many reasons thanks to the country’s outstanding opportunities for sustainable tourism and its impressive array of biodiversity. Costa Rica is an excellent place to travel to for adventure travelers, wildlife fanatics, beach lovers, and offers something for everyone! Costa Rica is a great choice for Spanish Language Immersion programs or for a gap year in 2021. (more…)

Learn Spanish from Latin America: Peruvian Slang | Prepare for a trip to Peru and learn Peruvian Spanish and Peruvian slang. The official definition is slang is: “language (words, phrases and usages) of an informal register that people and particular groups prefer over the common vocabulary of a standard language. Peruvian slang are typical Peruvian words and phrases that are part of the informal, spoken language; sometimes it’s street language, used mainly – but not only – by younger people.

Like other countries, Peru has developed its own unique, particular slang that Spanish speakers of other Spanish speaking countries might not even fully understand. These words are beneficial if you’re in direct contact with local people in an informal setting: with friends, out partying, etc. Interested? Learn Spanish from Latin America: Peruvian slang. (more…)