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Ser and Estar – The Spanish Verbs “To Be” Posted by sasha on Dec 6, 2017
One thing that takes a little getting used to when you’re new to Spanish is the fact that there are two verbs meaning “to be.” Ser is used for permanent conditions while estar is temporary. You’ll want to learn the conjugations for these verbs plus the Spanish pronouns before continuing with this post. Watch this…
Real City Walking Tour Medellin Posted by sasha on Nov 30, 2017
The best way to get to know Medellín is by joining a Real City Walking Tour. The tours are free (be sure to tip your guide!) and provide an incredible history lesson on Colombia’s City of Eternal Spring. Check out some highlights from the walking tour in this short video and be sure to book…
One Week in Mexico City Posted by sasha on Oct 18, 2017
What can you do with one week in Mexico City? ¡Mucho! Check out the street art, explore ancient cities, join the Sunday bike ride, catch a night of lucha libre, drink mezcal, listen to mariachi, and eat all the tacos! See what you can do with una semana en DF in this short video:
Survival Phrases in Spanish Posted by sasha on Oct 11, 2017
We’ve all been there before – traveling to a new country and having absolutely no idea how to communicate with people. While it’s true that you’ll find English speakers in countries like Spain, Argentina, and Mexico, it’s not as prevalent as you may think. A much better idea is to learn some survival phrases in…
Una Semana en CDMX (One Week in Mexico City) Posted by sasha on Oct 4, 2017
Mexico City is a bustling metropolis with a lot to see and do. In Spanish, there are a few names for the Mexican capital. You can call it Ciudad de México (or CDMX for short). You can also call it Distrito Federal (or DF for short). Whatever you call it, you’ll want to give at least one…
Common Greetings in Spanish Posted by sasha on Sep 26, 2017
If you’re new to Spanish, one of the first things you’ll want to do is learn some common greetings. Even if you can’t speak much of the language, being able to greet people goes a long way. Before your trip to Mexico, Colombia, or Spain, why not try and learn some common Spanish greetings? Follow…
Domingo Divertido en CDMX Posted by sasha on Sep 6, 2017
Este es un domingo divertido en Ciudad de México (This is a Sunday Funday in Mexico City). Enjoy a great day in the Mexican capital starting with the weekly Muévete en Bici (Move by Bike) event. Get lunch at the trendy Mercado Roma, stroll through local parks, and wind down the evening with a bit of…