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Thinking of Studying Spanish In Alicante? 5 Unforgettable Destinations You Can’t Miss Out On

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If you are anxious to start learning Spanish on the shores of the Mediterranean, this is your perfect destination; Alicante prides itself as being a city of marked university character which has a long tradition of being a destination for foreign tourists. Year after year young adults from all over the world enroll themselves into one of the many schools and summer camps dedicated to teaching Spanish. There are many options which stand out for their good results and services which are on offer to students – Come as we discover the top destinations for studying Spanish in Alicante!

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6 Slang Expressions Which Will Help You Improve Your Spanish

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‘Quedarse de piedra’, ‘vaya tela’, ‘ser un pedazo de pan’? These amongst many other Spanish slang expressions often confuse students who visit Spain for the first time as a result of their often double meaning and uselessness in their literal translation. On ISC Spain’s blog, we have set out to curve the learning of Spanish into an entertaining adventure, accessible for all ages. If you are determined to travel to Rafa Nadal and Fernando Alonso’s country, we invite you to discover some entertaining Spanish slang expressions.

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6 Benefits of Studying In A Summer Camp Abroad

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Adaptability, tolerance, independence and empathy are just some of the benefits of studying in a summer camp abroad – A very rewarding adventure for young adults, who experience a sense of freedom within a secure controlled environment. If you enjoyed reading about the advantages of summer camps in Alicante, you cannot miss out on learning about the following benefits – You will not be disappointed!

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Do You Know Which Is The Fastest Speaking Language In The World?

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If somebody was to ask you if you knew which of the 7 thousand languages in existence was the fastest speaking, would you know what to answer? Portuguese? German? Spanish? Or maybe even English? At the end of the 20th century, famous linguist Peter Roach pointed out that certain languages are spoken like ‘machine guns’ and others in a more casual, relaxed way; A group of researchers from the French university of Lyon have now revealed which languages are considered the ‘rabbits’ and ‘turtles’ as pertaining to the famous short-story. Come and discover them with us!

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7 Benefits of Studying A Spanish Course In Spain

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What does the Spanish society, history and culture have that has managed to captivate the student public so much? Providing an exact answer to that question is not easy feat, however there are thousands of potential motives which could be behind it; Taking a Spanish course in Spain is one of the most popular ways to live a unique experience and benefit from both bilingualism and linguistic immersion as well as the possibility of broadening our horizons and learning one of the most beneficial international languages. If you enjoyed our article about the advantages of learning new languages during infancy, you cannot afford to miss out on these incredible benefits – They are guaranteed to surprise you!

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7 Reasons To Study At A Language Academy In Alicante

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According to recent estimates, more than 100 thousand young adults from all corners of the world travel each year to study at universities and Spanish academies – Increasing economic aid and easy access to facilities partly explain this increase in foreign student enrollments. There are many reasons why it is worth living this linguistic experience, especially on the Mediterranean coast of the country – Broadening our cultural horizons, accelerating the learning process, making new friends and professional contacts, as well as immersing ourselves in an exciting culture, are just some of the things available to all those who decide to study a language school in Alicante. Here are just a few of the things that you can expect!

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Discover The Best Ways To Learn Spanish In Spain

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More than 90% of young adults that study abroad return with a great sense of maturity and self-confidence, according to a study conducted by the Institute for International Education of Students; If we narrow this down to learning Spanish in Spain, the second most widely spoken language in the United States, there are countless benefits that this experience provides, which thousands of students take advantage of yearly. Getting a spot at the ‘Complutense de Madrid’ Salamanca and other famous Spanish universities is not the only way to enjoy this experience, home staying, becoming an au pair, spending vacations in Barcelona or taking a course at a summer camp are perfect affordable and effective alternatives to perfecting the Spanish language – Will you dare to discover them?

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Linguistic Immersion and Personal Growth – Just Some of The Reasons To Learn Spanish in A Foreign Country

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According to UNESCO, over 3,6 million students worldwide have decided to study in a foreign country; European cities such as Bolonia, Oxford/Cambridge, Paris and Salamanca are proud to be the destinations most desired by this consensus, mainly due to their university traditions. But institutes and schools are not the only things on offer from learning in a country outside of our own borders; As we will discover below, there are countless reasons why learning Spanish in a foreign country can become one of the best experiences of a lifetime – Are you prepared to miss out?

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6 Incredible Cities Perfect For Learning Spanish In Spain

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Spain has become one of the most famous student paradises in Europe, and not only because of its generous climate; It’s artistic patrimony, the beauty of its geography and culture, not forgetting its exquisite and abundant gastronomic offerings all contribute to enriching this Mediterranean paradise, making it a very desirable experience for young adults of all ages and backgrounds. However the question is: What are the best cities amongst its 8,000 for living this experience? Alicante, Barcelona, Salamanca and Madrid are just some of the most recommended city centers and for a good reason, which we will now explain.

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Why Spanish Courses In Spain Have Experienced A Recent Boom of Interest

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567 million speakers, the second most spoken language in the world and third most used on the internet and social networks, it’s safe to say that the figures speak for themselves regarding the popularity of the Spanish language and it should come as no surprise that Spanish courses in Spain are in admirable form after experiencing an unstoppable growth since the 21st century – Come and discover the various reasons for its recent boom of interest.

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