French courses by the sea
from Woman by the Sea – Paul Gaugin Looking for a destination for a French course where you can combine your language study with a relaxing stay by the Mediterranean? How about a diving course in the...
View ArticleLiving and eating well in Lyon: Europe’s last great “undiscovered” city
photo: Patricia Feaster Nestled between the Beaujolais wine region and the peaks of the French Alps, in miles of rolling, sunbathed farmland, perhaps it’s no surprise that Lyon should be the home of...
View ArticleFive French language musicians/artists you should hear
When you learn a language, not only do you learn the vocabulary and grammar, but you also discover the cultures that come with that language. Learners of French are especially spoiled when it comes to...
View ArticleErnest Hemingway’s cities
Photo: Yousuf Karsh Ernest Hemingway wrote his greatest novels as he travelled around the world, first for his work as a reporter and later because travel inspired him. And, of course, for the...
View ArticleTen things to do in Lyon for less than €20
How much longer can Lyon remain France’s hidden gem? In the Rhône-Alpes region, the days are warm, the evenings are long and the relaxed pace of life is addictive. It’s rapidly becoming one of our most...
View ArticleTake two… duo destinations with ESL
Do you like chocolate or vanilla ice cream? Warm summer sunshine or snowy days? Ronaldo or Messi? Hey, it’s perfectly ok to like both! With this in mind, let us present some of our finest destinations...
View ArticleSurf’s up!
Learning a language abroad is an adventure. You get to see places and meet people that are worlds away from your everyday experience. You learn a new way of thinking and communicating. You also get the...
View ArticleLanguage teacher training courses
What kind of job gives you the freedom to travel all over the world and find enjoyable, challenging work that makes a real difference to people’s lives? Or, if you would rather settle down comfortably...
View Article5 reasons to travel by train
What is the quickest way to get from Central Paris to Central London? Unless you have a private jet, it is not flying! Europe’s railways offer comfort, value and, above all, convenience. So, why is...
View ArticleThe mountains are calling: language courses with skiing and snowboarding
Interested in a winter sports holiday where you do something productive with your mornings? Or a language study trip where you can really unwind in the afternoons? A language course combined with...
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