Why Learning a Language Should Be on Your Holiday Checklist

Why Learning a Language Should Be on Your Holiday Checklist

Learning a language is your ultimate travel essential when you’re planning your next holiday. After all, Plan for Vacation Day is coming up on 28th January. It’s the perfect time to plan how you’ll make the most of your adventure, besides where...
Here’s How to Learn to Speak Welsh While Feeling Great Doing It

Here’s How to Learn to Speak Welsh While Feeling Great Doing It

Want to learn to speak Welsh in 2025? Well, there’s no better time to explore the relevance of learning Welsh in the 21st century, with Calennig (Wales’s vibrant New Year celebration) just around the corner on 13th January. It’s a day when Welsh communities exchange...
This is How Gary Lineker Overcame Language Barriers in Barcelona

This is How Gary Lineker Overcame Language Barriers in Barcelona

Football is a universal language. But did you know the Spanish language plays a starring role in the global game? Its true English leads the world in sheer numbers of speakers, followed by Mandarin Chinses and Hindi. But Spanish commands a unique influence in football...
Calling All Christmas Shoppers: Here’s Why You Should Give the Gift of Language

Calling All Christmas Shoppers: Here’s Why You Should Give the Gift of Language

Step aside, socks and scented candles. There’s a new star on Santa’s sleigh this year! At la Academia, our language gift vouchers are back by popular demand, ready to sleigh those Christmas wish lists. (BTW…It’s ok to shop for yourself too.) Why Choose Language...
In the Staffroom: Meet Italian Language Dynamo Anna Maria

In the Staffroom: Meet Italian Language Dynamo Anna Maria

Anna Maria Forti Sheikh is one of la Academia’s Italian language tutors. And she’s a real culture vulture, with a flair for inspiring students of all ages. Known for her warmth and passion for the language, she brings Italian to life through immersive experiences,...