How to pick up Spanish besides picking up a textbook?
Are you fed up of studying from a textbook? Do you feel the need for a different approach? There are many ways you can learn Spanish other than reading grammar books by yourself. Sometimes, learning can actually be more productive when you try new techniques and actually get out and use the language! Here […]
A Historical Tour of the Old Town
Valencia’s historical center has an amazing cultural heritage and it’s worth taking a day (or two) to visit. Whenever you have a free day or afternoon to wander around the old, windy streets and spectacular monuments, you can use this guide to help you go on a small tour by yourself! Torres de Serranos […]
Learning Spanish: Overcoming the first step
Starting to learn Spanish can feel daunting and overwhelming! Where to begin? So many grammar rules! How am I ever going to understand what they are saying? Speak to a native for the first time and you know what we mean. It seems they are speaking at the speed of light and you don’t […]
Why try a Language Exchange?
Have you ever thought about taking part in a language exchange or “intercambio”? If you are living in a different country, this can be a great way to learn the language, but also, to learn about your new surroundings too! Here we outline some of the major reasons why attending a language exchange is […]
Semana Santa: Spanish Holy Week
Holy Week is already here and Easter holidays are right around the corner! Although Easter is celebrated around the same time, the way it is celebrated can be very different between countries. We hope you can learn some differences between English and Spanish Easter here and find out more about Spanish Holy Week. […]
7 top tips when it comes to learning Spanish
Spanish is such a useful language to know- did you know that over 560 million people speak it around the world?! If you are getting started then here are some must-know concepts about speaking Spanish that can definitely help you along your way to mastering the language. Nouns are male or female Unlike […]
What is The Crida in Valencia?
The Crida marks the official opening of the Fallas Festival in Valencia! This year the Crida takes place on Sunday 25th February, starting at 8pm. The committees of the Fallas come together beneath the famous and historical Serranos Towers in Valencia to welcome the party of the year! When the Fallera Mayor or the […]
Study abroad destinations: Valencia
When studying abroad there are many important factors to consider. Moving abroad is not a decision to make in a day, it should be personal and one you must think thoroughly. Multiple factors such as language, type of program, requirements, country, city, weather, local life, living situation or travel opportunities must be considered. […]
Study abroad destinations: Valencia
When studying abroad there are many important factors to consider. Moving abroad is not a decision to make in a day, it should be personal and one you must think thoroughly. Multiple factors such as language, type of program, requirements, country, city, weather, local life, living situation or travel opportunities must be considered. […]
The importance of speaking Spanish
Over 570 million people worldwide speak Spanish. Of those, 83% or 470 million are native speakers, and predictions by the Cervantes Institute say that over 750 million people will be speaking the language in the next decades. Spanish continues to be the second-most spoken mother language – Mandarin leads with 950 million native speakers. In […]
