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Before we arrived in Cuenca, Ecuador, we didn’t really know what to expect. We had heard that it was a fairly popular expat destination, but that was about it. We weren’t expecting the beautiful rivers, clean walkways, excellent public transit, and variety of restaurants. It’s safe to say that this city is worth a visit, and for us, maybe even a place to live in the future. In this episode, we discuss some of our favorite things about Cuenca, Ecuador.Links:080 - La Ciudad Más Bonita de México con Laura Barrón | The Most Beautiful City in Mexico with Laura Barron114 - Sobre Ecuador | About EcuadorLevel up your Spanish with our Podcast MembershipGet the full transcript of each episode so you don’t miss a wordListen to an extended breakdown section in English going over the most important words and phrasesTest your comprehension with a multiple choice quizSupport the show

Mexican street food comes in many shapes, sizes, and degrees of spiciness. Sure, a lot of it has a corn base, a guiso, and salsa, but there’s much more to it than that. In this episode, we talk about some of the most popular Mexican street food - some of which may surprise you.Links:084 - Los Mejores Tacos del Mundo | The Best Tacos in the World043 - Tamales: Su Origen e Importancia | Tamales: Their Origin and ImportanceCandelaria in Oaxaca: Authentic Mexican Tamales Fresh From the Market (Video)Level up your Spanish with our Podcast MembershipGet the full transcript of each episode so you don’t miss a wordListen to an extended breakdown section in English going over the most important words and phrasesTest your comprehension with a multiple choice quizSupport the show

One of the most beautiful things about learning a different language is discovering new words that don’t have an easy translation into English. Sometimes, one word in Spanish can translate into three or four words in our mother-tongue. In this episode, we’re sharing part one of some of of our favorite words in Spanish that don’t exist in English.Links:Level up your Spanish with our Podcast MembershipGet the full transcript of each episode so you don’t miss a wordListen to an extended breakdown section in English going over the most important words and phrasesTest your comprehension with a multiple choice quizSupport the show

Listening to real Spanish conversations is really one of the best ways to learn the language. That’s why we were thrilled to meet Alba and Joel, hosts of the podcast Conversations in Spanish and Other Languages. In this episode, we talked to Alba, who is from Spain, about working and teaching online, as well as learning and working through cultural and linguistic challenges. At the end of the interview, we share one of their podcast episodes about Alba’s breakfast routine in Spanish. We know you’ll enjoy it, so stick around until the end!Links:Conversations in Spanish & Other Languages PodcastApple Podcast App (iPhone, iPod, iPad)SpotifyHelp Me Learn Spanish PodcastMini Stories to Learn Spanish PodcastThe Only italki Spanish Review You NeedGet $10 Off italkiCheck out Alba’s profile on italkiCheck out Alba’s profile on VerblingVisit “El español de Alba” YouTube ChannelLevel up your Spanish with our Podcast MembershipGet the full transcript of each episode so you don’t miss a wordListen to an extended breakdown section in English going over the most important words and phrasesTest your comprehension with a multiple choice quizSupport the show

Fathers around the world are known to say some typical “dad” things. But what do dads say to their kids in Mexico? In this episode, we’re celebrating Father’s Day by sharing seven common things Mexican dads say. ¡Feliz día del Padre! Happy Father’s Day!Links:109 - 15 Frases de las Mamás Mexicanas | 15 Mexican Mom PhrasesGet 25% Off Trusted HousesittersLevel up your Spanish with our Podcast MembershipGet the full transcript of each episode so you don’t miss a wordListen to an extended breakdown section in English going over the most important words and phrasesTest your comprehension with a multiple choice quizSupport the show

Ecuador is a country that seemingly has it all. Located on the equator on the west cost of South America, the Republic of Ecuador is full of biodiversity. It’s home to beaches, mountains, volcanos, the Amazon, and the Galapagos Islands. It’s also where you’ll find the highest capitol in the world (Quito), a variety of climates, and ciudad “mitad del mundo,” the halfway point between the north and south poles. Find out more in this episode!Links:All countries in our “Country Series”Get 25% Off Trusted HousesittersSpanish Immersion RetreatsLevel up your Spanish with our Podcast MembershipGet the full transcript of each episode so you don’t miss a wordListen to an extended breakdown section in English going over the most important words and phrasesTest your comprehension with a multiple choice quizSupport the show

Nicaragua is a country that caught us by surprise. After spending a month just outside of the city of Granada, we learned a lot about the people, culture, food, flora, and fauna of this not-so-touristy nation. We saw monkeys, people shaking their cars at the gas station, a lake in the crater of a volcano, and much more. Find out what we really thought about life in this Central American country in this episode.Links:107 - Sobre Nicaragua | About NicaraguaCheck out our Nicaragua Highlights (Reels) on InstagramGet 25% Off Trusted HousesittersLevel up your Spanish with our Podcast MembershipGet the full transcript of each episode so you don’t miss a wordListen to an extended breakdown section in English going over the most important words and phrasesTest your comprehension with a multiple choice quizSupport the show

If you’re trying to get around in Mexico, you have plenty of options. From luxury buses that go from state to state, to colectivo shuttles that’ll take you around town or between cities, there’s option to suite your needs. In this episode, we cover the different types of transit in Mexico and how to use them.Links:068 - Todo Sobre el Tequila | All About Tequila7 Best Tips for Renting a Car Abroad (Budget Travel in Mexico and Beyond)The Copper Canyon and El Chepe Train in Mexico (YouTube Video)Level up your Spanish with our Podcast MembershipGet the full transcript of each episode so you don’t miss a wordListen to an extended breakdown section in English going over the most important words and phrasesTest your comprehension with a multiple choice quizSupport the show

The saying goes that “travel changes you.” Well, living in Latin America has certainly changed me. I never thought I’d be taking a special pill once a year, checking my shoes before I put them on, or a number of other things that have now become habit. In this episode of the podcast, we explore seven ways that living in Latin America has changed the way I live.Links:Level up your Spanish with our Podcast MembershipGet the full transcript of each episode so you don’t miss a wordListen to an extended breakdown section in English going over the most important words and phrasesTest your comprehension with a multiple choice quizSupport the show

What do you imagine when you think of the word “travel?” If you’re like me, thoughts of laying on the beach with a cold drink come to mind, or perhaps a hike in an exotic location. But there are many different types of travel, and our beach example is just one type: the care-free vacation. In this episode we explore other travel options that will not only enrich your life, but the lives of the places you visit. Join us as we talk to Camilo, our Chilean friend from Worldpackers, about traveling to make a difference and much more.Links:Get $10 Off WorldpackersEnter code SPANISHANDGO at checkoutCheck out Camilo’s listing on WorldpackersThe Lingoda Sprint: An Honest ReviewSign up for LingodaGet 25% Off Trusted HousesittersLevel up your Spanish with our Podcast MembershipGet the full transcript of each episode so you don’t miss a wordListen to an extended breakdown section in English going over the most important words and phrasesTest your comprehension with a multiple choice quizSupport the show