Real English Conversations Podcast – English for Global Professionals | Speak Clearly & Confidently at Work Carnival Adventures in Colombia | English Listening Practice
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Jul 31, 2024 Dive into the vibrant atmosphere of Colombia's largest carnival, filled with lively music and dance. Discover the hilarity of navigating a compact car with friends while savoring delicious traditional arepas. Feel the excitement of being part of a Carnival Parade and the joy of nighttime street parties. Enjoy stories of cultural immersion and language learning challenges in Santa Marta and Cartagena, showcasing the magic of connecting with locals and overcoming language barriers.
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Colombian Immersion
- Curtis and Amy started the year with a trip to Colombia, staying with Curtis's language exchange partner, Ugo, and his family.
- This allowed for deep cultural immersion, going beyond typical tourist experiences.
Barranquilla Carnival
- They visited Barranquilla for the world's second-largest carnival, arriving early to explore the city with Ugo.
- Barranquilla is not a typical tourist destination but thrives on vibrant music.
Local Experiences
- They experienced local life, watching movies, enjoying pizza and drinks with Ugo's friends, and trying arepas.
- One funny incident involved squeezing six people into a small car to get these arepas.