Language & Travel Blog

Have you ever thought about living with a host family abroad? Find out how full immersion can transform your language learning journey.

Fluency doesn’t happen in a classroom alone, it grows through real human connection! Set in the charming town of Puente Genil, this blog explores how true immersion transforms Spanish learning. Find out why smaller towns offer deeper cultural insight, meaningful interactions and faster language progress…with support from Wiseward every step of the way!

Want to find out more about French pâtisserie, what a Paris-Brest actually is, and how I ended up in a tasting workshop while interning in Montpellier? This week at ILA has been one of the sweetest yet - quite literally!

Dreaming of mastering a language while exploring a new culture? Discover our top 10 tips for getting the most out of your language immersion course! From building confidence and connecting with locals, to learning through your passions. Plus, find out how Wiseward’s immersive programmes in France, Spain, Germany, and Italy can help you live the language like a local! 

If you're thinking about taking a French course in Montpellier, it's worth knowing the top spots to explore on your weekends—there’s plenty to discover just a short journey away! Read along to find out more about a gem you won’t want to miss: Sète, often called the ‘Venice of Languedoc.’

Discover the magic of Málaga at Christmas! From festive markets and the famous light show on Calle Larios to the Picasso Museum, my ESN day trip from Córdoba captured the best of the city in winter. Read how Málaga’s unique mix of culture, history, and celebration makes it the perfect place to study Spanish with Wiseward.

Ever been interested in what goes on behind the scenes at a language school? Or fancy a sneak peek into one of the immersive French lessons ILA offers? Read along to discover more about Wiseward’s partner French language school in Montpellier!

My experience discovering Frigiliana & Nerja: Andalucían culture, language immersion & why Wiseward’s Spanish courses in Málaga make learning unforgettable!

Currently in Montpellier and struggling with the heat? Here are the top 3 natural swimming spots near the city to help you cool off- all tried and tested by a Brit who's currently on her year abroad.

Meeting new people when you move abroad can always be a little daunting at first. All you need is a bit of courage and some helpful tips to put you in the right direction. Trust me, it’s the people you meet along the way who truly make your year abroad unforgettable.

Follow along with me, Tallie, as I spend the next few months of my year abroad in Montpellier, working at ILA - one of Wiseward’s partner schools. From life at the language school to discovering the best local spots, I’m sharing it all in Postcard from Montpellier.