my journey in language learning
iTalki and Preply are two of the most popular online marketplaces to learn a language. But what are the practical differences between these two services? As a language student who has used both, here is my honest experience, and my recommendation on which to use. What Are iTalki and Preply? First things first, what are…
I recently wrote about my time on a Spanish immersion trip at Expanish Madrid. Today, I want to share some practical advice for anyone planning their own immersion trip. 1. Arrive with some working knowledge of the language One thing I tend to see on Reddit is people planning an immersion trip with the intention…
Although I started learning Spanish in late 2024, I didn’t actually start reading seriously until late 2025. Maybe that’s crazy, especially if you come from the traditional method of learning. However, when I was learning Spanish in school, I think I focused too much on the grammar/spelling aspect of the language that after 3 years……
Last October, I had the incredible experience of doing a solo trip to Spain. It was actually my first solo trip abroad, and I also knew I wanted to take this opportunity to improve my Spanish. So… I signed up for an immersion school. I had a great experience, but now that the dust has…
May is drawing to a close, so I want to do a recap on everything I read, watched, and listened to this month as an intermediate Spanish learner! Not sure yet if I will do this every month, but I think this can be useful for others who are looking for recommendations for input. My…
Unlimited Spanish classes a month for a flat fee sounds like a dream. But behind the convenience is a business model built on overworked and underpaid teachers. What is Baselang? Baselang markets itself brilliantly: pay $179/month, get unlimited one-on-one Spanish lessons from one of their 300+ teachers, available around the clock. No caps, no per-session…