Travelling can be stressful at the best of times. Inevitably, a problem arises which requires the help of the people around us. Although getting by with only English is certainly feasible in many parts of Europe, Spain and France are…
In my many years of teaching adults I have routinely asked what my students experiences were of learning French during elementary and high school. They often bemoan the grammar-translation approach their French teacher employed. Speaking was not a part of…
Sometimes with the world of surfing, I live under a rock. I rarely follow the pros and the brands on Instagram, I only occassionally check the WSL results to see who won which event. So such was my surprise when…
The basque region offers a plethora of culinary delights for the foodie. Although there is some variety depending on whether you are on the Spanish or French side, there are many foods that locals will proudly call through and through,…
Daily physical activity and sport is part of a healthy and balanced lifestyle. Studying a language by doing what we are passionate about is one of the keys to effective and enjoyable learning at the same time. As if to…
