Have you ever been somewhere beautiful — a sunny plaza in Spain or a quiet café in Mexico — and wished you could go beyond pointing and smiling? If you’ve ever thought, “I just want to connect with people, not feel like a tourist,” then this is for you. Because even a little bit of Spanish can completely change the way you travel.
You step off the plane, find your way to the plaza, and sit down at a tiny café tucked between sun-warmed stone walls. A waiter approaches. Instead of defaulting to English, you smile and say: “Una copa de vino tinto, por favor.”
He grins. “¿De dónde eres?”
Just like that, the whole vibe changes.
When you speak even a little Spanish while travelling, something shifts. Doors open. Faces soften. Suddenly, you’re not just a tourist — you’re someone who’s trying. And that effort? It’s pure gold.
The Magic Is in the Moments
It’s the abuela in the village bakery who insists you try her favourite pastry “gratis, para ti.”
It’s the taxi driver who gives you restaurant tips locals swear by.
It’s the barista who asks if you’re learning Spanish and helps you practice — while making the best cortado of your life.
You start to notice things. That hand-painted sign in the shop window? You can read it. That conversation between two locals on the train? You catch a phrase or two. You’re not just passing through — you’re in it.
It Doesn’t Take Fluency — Just Curiosity
Here’s the secret: you don’t need to be fluent. You don’t need to conjugate twelve tenses or understand the subjunctive. You just need a few key phrases, a bit of courage, and a willingness to play.
In fact, making mistakes often leads to the best conversations. Locals appreciate the effort — and often love helping you along.
That’s exactly what my Beginners Spanish Course is all about. It’s not about perfection — it’s about connection. I teach you the Spanish you actually need for travel: how to greet people, order food, ask questions, and spark those little moments that turn a good trip into a great one.
So if you’re dreaming of a holiday that’s more ‘authentic village market’ and less ‘tour bus megaphone’, learning a bit of Spanish might be the best travel prep you ever do.
