Spanish Culture
El Camino de Santiago
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…
Read MoreInsider’s Guide to Drinking Yerba Mate Like an Argentine
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…
Read MoreTop Things to Know about Día de los Muertos
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…
Read MorePortland Mercado: Travel to Latin America Without Leaving the City ⋆ Portland Early Learning Project
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…
Read MoreCultural Exchanges and Home Stays ⋆ Portland Early Learning Project
by PELP Team on 10/12/16 Have you ever considered hosting a foreign exchange student? Cultural Exchanges or Home Stays are a great way to learn about another culture and even practice a different language. According to the International Student Exchange website, young children are perfect host siblings as their interest, curiosity and acceptance of people…
Read MoreGet Your Taco Fix in Portland ⋆ Portland Early Learning Project
No matter what Portland neighborhood you find yourself in, you’re never far away from great tacos. Take some time to explore the city by visiting one of these amazing taco restaurants. And when you’re done, pick another one on the list and visit that one too. It might just be the best way to see…
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