During Easter break of my sophomore year of high school, I was lucky enough to embark on the Camino de Santiago. I was an exchange student with AFS Intercultural Programs in Madrid, Spain. One of the most anticipated trips of the year was the Camino. I was excited and a bit unprepared for the amount…

From the rainforests in the North to the glaciers in the South, you will find Argentineans drinking mate (MAH-tay) no matter the weather. But what exactly is it? Yerba mate is a tea-like plant with high levels of caffeine traditionally drank out of calabash gourds and sipped through a filtered straw called a bombilla. The…

Día de los Muertos, or the Day of the Dead, is a vibrant and culturally rich Mexican holiday that has captured the fascination of people around the world. Contrary to its name, this celebration is not a morbid or sad occasion. Instead, it is a colorful and lively tribute to the memories of those who…

¡Hola! We are reaching the beginning of October and it is incredible how fast time is going! But we are so excited to be back in schools teaching, as well as starting brand new programs, such as our Mini Camp Saturdays.    If you don’t know much about our program and what we do, we…

As a parent, you want your child to have a magical  childhood. That might mean finding the best summer camp for your kids!  Since there are so many to choose from,  you might be overwhelmed! Take a minute to read our top 3 reasons why your child will benefit from and love attending Spanish Camp!…

Happy Monday! We have big news from Adventures in Spanish today: we’ve officially added a Northwest Summer Camp location! Come join us at Rock Creek Community Church from June 26th to June 30th for five days full of fun and learning for your child. Camp registration is now open, so be sure to grab a…

Learning through play is a proven method to engage learners of all ages. Kids especially learn through their curiosities and interests.

Are you taking full advantage of your GOGO Español membership? Watch this video from Maestra Carolina to see how to navigate the courses!

Have you gone on a nature walk recently with your little (or not-so-little) one? No matter what your age, walking can help us feel connected to the world and others. It’s fun to find (or place your own!) painted rocks. Or see a raptor take flight, or a duck land in a little pond near you. Or come…

Communicating in another language is a great accomplishment in and of itself. (Even if you’re not fully fluent!) It is incredibly powerful and empowering. The ability to communicate in a second language opens windows to untold opportunities, expands job possibilities, and plants the seed for travel and adventure. And purposeful or not — it opens…

Our family classes are a combination of routine and new activities. Once you’ve come to class a few times, you and your budding adventurer will soon become familiar with our Hola and Adios songs, along with many of our other routine songs and gross motor activities. Predictable structure, along with familiar songs and activities, provide…

Portland Mercado was designed to be a community meeting place—a place to come together and experience Latin American culture through food, celebration, and entertainment. Whether you’re a student of Spanish language and cultures, or just enjoy experiencing great food and fun times, Portland Mercado is not to be missed. In October, food carts at Portland Mercado…