What is a family Spanish immersion vacation trip exactly?
…this is a question we get asked a lot. Basically it means that you will be immersed in the Spanish language and culture, but instead of being in a standard classroom at a high school or university, you will enjoy classes GREEN SEASON DEAL: $295 OFF – BOOK NOW! with an ocean view in our […]
What´s typical for Costa Rica?
Here are a couple of clues that give you an idea. But don’t worry if you can’t really understand what we are talking about. It actually requires a trip to Costa Rica! Have you ever made coffee out of a sock? No? You should! But just to make sure, we are talking about a coffee […]
An Amazing Family Immersion Vacation
…I wanted my kids to see that for themselves and experience the lovely way that people live in Costa Rica. An interview with former student Olayinka Akinola – mother of three children 1. What made you decide to go abroad with your children for a Spanish immersion program? It was this school that moved us […]
Bilingualism as a way of life
Becoming “bilingual” is, in short, an arduous task. Clearly, bilingualism is not a simple goal and is that perhaps one of the most important points: Bilingualism is not the result but rather the process. As the Uruguayan singer-singwriter Jorge Drexler would say in one of his songs, one must “love the plot more than the […]
Alzheimers and Foreign Language Study
Comme le rapportent de plus en plus les articles du National Geographic, du NPR, du New York Times et d’autres sources, il y a un lien étroit entre le bilinguisme et la santé mentale, en particulier là où la maladie d’Alzheimer et d’autres formes de démence sont concernés. Des études ont démontré que les personnes […]
How long do I have to stay out of Costa Rica? – Updated in February 2024
Last Updated in February 2024 Dreaming of extended stays amidst Costa Rica’s lush rainforests and vibrant culture? Great news! As of February 2024, you can now stay for up to 180 days on a tourist visa, double the previous 90-day limit. This exciting update opens doors for deeper exploration and richer experiences in this tropical […]
The Importance of the Acquisition of a Language in Context
“Languages are the pedigrees of nations” Samuel Johnson (1709-1784) Click here to read the article in Spanish! Language is, in addition to a form of communication, a way of understanding the everyday practices of the speakers, an ideological expression that hides or reveals our way of decoding our environment, the way we live. To […]
How to get to Costa Rica?
Where to go, Liberia or San José? Which airlines fly to Costa Rica and do they have direct flights? So you are planning a trip to Costa Rica and researching about which airlines fly to which of the two Costa Rican´s airports? Here is a chart we are happy to provide and that may help […]
5 Reasons to learn Spanish
Languages are my passion! Today I can speak four languages fluently and I am currently learning my fifth and sixth ones. One year ago, I had the opportunity to study Spanish at Intercultura, which has brought many benefits to my life. Today I want to share with you the 5 reasons why I will never […]
Costa Rica – nothing short of spectacular
The country of Costa Rica is nothing short of spectacular. From the gorgeous beaches of Manual Antonio and Samara to the magnificent volcan Arenal, the country is certainly not short in supply of natural beauty. Perhaps one of the most beautiful experiences of my life took place in Manual Antonio while watching the amber sun […]