Study Spanish Latinamerica Blog

Colombia is a marvelous choice for travel and a great destination for a Spanish Immersion program! So why not study Spanish in Colombia?

Don’t just take our word for it: in 2016, Lonely Planet listed Colombia as one of the top ten places to travel. Tourism increased (perhaps because of Lonely Planet’s award) from half a million in 2003 to 1.3 million in 2007. Later, in 2013, 3,747,945 tourists made their way to see the amazing sites of Colombia. Reasons to travel to Colombia lie in its dynamic culture and vivid nature. Colombia’s diversity of fauna and biodiversity are unique, breathtaking, and stunning. (more…)

Best Places to spend Christmas in South America — Head to South America for an extra special Christmas celebration this year! Each Latin American country offers its own unique songs, Christmas food and Christmas dinner. Christmas traditions in South America mix both religious, local, and cultural elements. Check out the different Christmas celebrations throughout different countries and check the Best Places to Spend Christmas in South America.

Christmas in Peru

One of the most important features and traditions in Peru is the Nacimiento or the nativity scene. Nativity scenes are set up in private homes, plazas, churches, cathedrals, and public, private and government institutions. (more…)