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Deep (and fun) guides
Connect deeply with other cultures by doing what locals do — eating, dancing, doing martial arts, or running really, really far.
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Abandon your high-priced city with our detailed guides to going rogue in beautiful, distant destinations, with great weather, food and internet.
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Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) vs Language Learning — A Linguist’s Perspective
Reflections on comparing learning a martial art with language learning.
Learn Languages Faster as an Adult
How adults can learn languages much faster than children, and how to use your age and experience to your advantage in learning.
Why Italian Is My Favourite Language (And Why You Should Learn It)
Why Italian’s my favourite language — and why you should consider learning it.
An Introduction to Turkish Grammar and What Makes it Different
The main features of Turkish grammar that you’ll need to learn as a student of the language.
Korean vs Chinese — Complete Analysis of Similarities and Differences
Analysing Korean vs Chinese — Vocabulary, grammar, phonology, and assessing which is harder.
How Hard is Italian for English Speakers?
Looking at how hard Italian is for English speakers, considering grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation, and more.
Why and How to Learn Horse Riding in Argentina
A review of learning horse riding in Argentina. Why learn horse riding there, and some tips on how to do it.
“Why Do They Switch to English?” — Thoughts, tips and tricks for language explorers
Some thoughts and tips on when people switch to English, when you were speaking to them in the native language.
(Scary) Pro Tip: Delete Your Old Flashcards!
A suggestion for long-term language learners: Throw away or delete your old flashcards.