SIX LANGUAGES. TWELVE LITTLE ADVENTURES.

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Explore English

ENGLISH · BEGINNER

Chicago

Take a stroll along Lake Michigan and discover how Chicago brings city life and nature together. Practice useful words for describing the lakeshore, a gentle breeze, and an unforgettable view.

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ENGLISH · INTERMEDIATE

Hit the Road

Join Kenn for a road trip through everyday American English. Learn how to use “hit the road,” “bright and early,” and other expressions for setting off, taking a break, and enjoying the scenery.

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Explore Spanish

SPANISH · BEGINNER

Lima

Explore Lima with Rafael, from the cliffs above the Pacific to seaside walks and spectacular sunsets. Build useful Spanish vocabulary for coastal scenery, misty weather, and fresh seafood.

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SPANISH · INTERMEDIATE

Mexicanismos

Discover the colorful expressions you might hear among friends in Mexico. Learn how phrases such as “¡qué padre!” and “echarle ganas” work in real conversations.

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Explore French

FRENCH · BEGINNER

Strasbourg

Wander through Strasbourg’s historic Petite France district and discover its canals and traditional timber-framed houses. Explore the meeting of French and German cultures through approachable French.

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FRENCH · INTERMEDIATE

Gaule

Travel back more than two thousand years with Julien to discover life in ancient Gaul. Meet its diverse peoples, explore their villages and traditions, and learn French vocabulary for ancestors, warriors, and everyday life.

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Explore Italian

ITALIAN · BEGINNER

Milano

Discover Milan with Luca, from the magnificent Duomo to elegant shopping streets and creative window displays. Practice everyday Italian while exploring the city’s blend of fashion, history, and modern life.

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ITALIAN · INTERMEDIATE

Tempo Libero

How do Italians unwind? Discover coffee with friends, time outdoors, and favorite pastimes while learning natural expressions for switching off and enjoying your free time.

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Explore German

GERMAN · BEGINNER

Hamburg

Visit Germany’s great port city, where ships, seagulls, fish sandwiches, and the red-brick Speicherstadt bring the waterfront to life. Build practical German vocabulary along the way.

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GERMAN · INTERMEDIATE

Industrialisierung

Travel into nineteenth-century Germany with Lukas as factories, steam engines, and railways transform everyday life. Explore the promise of progress and the challenges faced by industrial workers.

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Explore Portuguese

PORTUGUESE · BEGINNER

Salvador

Wander through Salvador’s colorful historic center with Tiago. Discover the Pelourinho’s steep cobbled streets, grand old houses, music, and atmosphere while building your Portuguese vocabulary.

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PORTUGUESE · INTERMEDIATE

Independência do Brasil

Travel back to 1822 and follow Dom Pedro’s dramatic decision to declare Brazil independent. Explore a turning point in Brazilian history while building your Portuguese vocabulary.

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