Saturday, April 9, 2011

Study Spanish in Spain this summer

Are you looking for a great way to spend your summer vacation this year? We have the perfect plan for you: enjoy the beautiful sights of Andalucia and immerse yourself in the Spanish language.

Pasadena Language Center is taking you to Jerez de la Frontera on an educational vacation that will combine studying of the Spanish language and discovering the interesting culture of the southern province of Spain, Cádiz.

The city of Jerez de la Frontera is located in the province of Cádiz in the autonomous community of Andalusia, Spain. Jerez is situated between the sea and the mountains and it is the fifth largest city in Andalusia. It is close to other important cities like Cadiz, Sevilla, Granada or Gibraltar, and to the Atlantic Ocean. There are many cattle ranches and horse-breeding in the region and the city has a world-renowned wine industry.

For more information on the program, please visit us at www.pasadenalanguage.com. You can also contact us at 626-844-5003 or by email at info@pasadenalanguage.com.

Wednesday, March 9, 2011

Learning a New Language Keeps you Fit

You have probably read or heard of the benefits of learning a new language. Many doctors recommend their patients to learn a new language in order to prevent Alzheimer's while others recommend it to reduce stress: learning a new language can keep your brain healthy. This can be a challenging task, but it can also be fun and rewarding. If you are thinking about learning Arabic, Spanish, French, Thai, Japanese, Italian, Mandarin or any other foreign language, remember that it needs time and dedication. Have a plan and clear objective to stick to, so that you don't get frustrated when results are not immediate. Learning a new language doesn't happen overnight: it can take anytime between six months to a year to acquire some proficiency. Think about learning a new language as you would exercise; you will increase your vocabulary as you learn and acquire fluency as you practice. In order to stay physically fit, you need to exercise regularly. Yes, it can be difficult, but not unattainable. And yes, your brain needs to stay fit just like your body, so what better way of keeping your brain fit than learning a new language.