Oaxaca is a city that breathes through its traditions, but few moments are as electric as the days leading up to the Guelaguetza. If you find yourself in the cobblestone streets of the historic center during this time, you will likely encounter a whirlwind of music, incense, and a kaleidoscope of moving colors. At the […]
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Hi everyone, I’m Carlos Brito, Assistant Director of IDEAL Spanish Mexico. This week, I’ll be sharing information about the many attractions of Oaxaca. Many people know us for our school in Cuernavaca, but don’t forget that IDEAL Spanish Mexico also has a fantastic campus in Oaxaca! Our Spanish courses in Oaxaca are just like the […]
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While much of the world is busy planning elaborate pranks for April Fools’ Day today, you might notice things are relatively quiet here in Mexico. If you are visiting us or studying Spanish at Ideal Spanish Mexico, you might be wondering: “Don’t Mexicans like a good joke?” The answer is a resounding yes—we just have […]
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In Mexico, Semana Santa (Holy Week) is far more than just a religious holiday; it is a profound display of cultural identity that transforms the streets into living stages of devotion. From Palm Sunday to Easter Sunday, the country pauses to commemorate the Passion of Christ. However, the way these days are observed varies dramatically […]
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At IDEAL Spanish Mexico, our history is built through the laughter, friendships, and cultural exchanges that happen within our walls. Today, we want to take a nostalgic trip back to 2011, a year that holds a very special place in our hearts. A Season of Warmth and “Delicadeza” During that time, our school was home […]
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If you are planning to study Spanish in Mexico, there is one name you will encounter before you even step foot outside the terminal: Benito Juárez. From the name of the Mexico City International Airport (AICM) to countless streets, schools, and stadiums across the country, Juárez is everywhere. But who was the man behind the […]
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If you woke up today, scrolled through your feed, and saw a flurry of memes about how “nobody remembers International Men’s Day,” congratulations! You’ve officially participated in the most consistent annual tradition of March 19th. While March 19th is traditionally associated with St. Joseph’s Day in many Spanish-speaking cultures (often celebrated as a “Men’s Day” […]
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While much of the world celebrates St. Patrick’s Day with parades and green rivers, here in Mexico, the date carries a deeper, more solemn significance. Today, we don’t just honor a saint; we honor the Batallón de San Patricio (St. Patrick’s Battalion)—a group of primarily Irish immigrants who became unlikely heroes in Mexican history. An […]
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Last Tuesday, March 10th, a simple evening stroll through the historic center of Cuernavaca turned into a profound cultural encounter. As the sun dipped below the horizon and the city lights began to glow, the rhythmic, thunderous beat of the huehuetl (traditional drum) began to echo through the cobblestone streets. Following the sound and the […]
Explore More En IDEAL Spanish Mexico, nuestra historia no se compone solo de lecciones de gramática y listas de vocabulario; se construye a través de las risas, las amistades y los intercambios culturales que ocurren dentro de nuestras aulas. Hoy, queremos hacer un viaje nostálgico al 2011, un año que ocupa un lugar muy especial en nuestros […]
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