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Video of ECELA Lima

Check out this video overview of ECELA Lima. Recognize anyone, ECELA alums?

Cultural Tidbit: Visiting Cabra Corral

South America has no shortage of stunning scenery. If you want to get a bit off the beaten path when learning Spanish in Argentina, and explore some beautiful locations that aren’t necessarily clogged with foreign tourists already, you should definitely consider a visit to Cabra Corral. South America’s second-largest lake, Cabra Corral is a man-made […]

Cultural Tidbit: Shocking Shopping Surprise at La Salada Market

A recent news story proves that shopping at Buenos Aires’ largest bazaar, La Salada, can be challenging even for native speakers. Enticed by a rock-bottom price for what the vendor claimed was a toy poodle, a man from Catamarca bought a pair of the fluffy critters, only to return home, get the advice of a […]

Testimonial: Luiza F (Spanish + Volunteer)

My time studying Spanish and volunteering with ECELA was wonderful. I could not have had a better time and experienced a lot of personal growth while working with abandoned animals.

Modismo del Día: Quilombo (Lunfardo word)

If you’ve been studying Spanish in Argentina, you’ve probably heard the word “quilombo” used to describe a ruckus or a disorganized situation. It can be used positively or negatively, as in a fun mess or a total pain-in-the-butt disaster. While this word is considered part of Lunfardo, or the unique slang of Buenos Aires, it […]

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