Welcome back to the Ideal Spanish Mexico blog, where we’re always bringing you a little slice of vida mexicana straight from our favorite cities: Cuernavaca and Oaxaca! This week, we’re shining the spotlight on a snapshot that perfectly captures the spontaneous joy of Oaxaca. Forget the carefully planned tourist traps—sometimes the best moments happen when […]
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Hey language lovers and Mexico enthusiasts! 👋 Here at Ideal Spanish Mexico, we often talk about soaking up the culture while mastering your Spanish, whether you’re with us in sunny Cuernavaca or vibrant Oaxaca. But sometimes, the best cultural moments sneak up on you when you least expect them—like right between your second cannoli and […]
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Hello language learners and Mexico enthusiasts! As the air gets a little cooler and the marigolds start to bloom, we know that one of Mexico’s most beautiful and fascinating holidays is just around the corner: Día de Muertos (Day of the Dead). If you’re studying Spanish in Cuernavaca or Oaxaca with us at Ideal Spanish […]
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Hey amigos! If you’ve been following our journey here at Ideal Spanish Mexico, you know we’re passionate about more than just teaching Spanish. We love diving deep into the vibrant culture and wonderful communities of Cuernavaca and Oaxaca! Today, we want to shine a bright spotlight on a truly special place near Oaxaca City: the […]
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Hey amigos! We’re so excited for our “Photo of the Week” this time around! It’s a snap that brings back such wonderful memories from our cooking class with our lovely group from the Lycée Français de New York last February. This week’s star is our dear friend, María Luisa from Casa Cruz in Teotitlán del […]
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Just a short drive from Cuernavaca lies Xochicalco, a UNESCO World Heritage site and an ancient city waiting to be explored! As students of Spanish, you’ll love discovering this significant archaeological zone, known for its unique blend of architectural styles from various Mesoamerican cultures. Wander through the impressive pyramids, ball courts, and the Temple […]
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¡Vamos con los maestros de IDEAL! What: A spectacular Catrinas Parade followed by a FREE outdoor concert featuring the internationally acclaimed Mexican singer, Lila Downs! When: Thursday, October $30th (Just before Day of the Dead!) Where: Cuernavaca’s Historic Center (Start and finish near the Zócalo/Cathedral area) Why you should go: Practice your Spanish in a […]
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Ever wondered what some Friday afternoons look like at Ideal Spanish Mexico? Spoiler alert: they’re delicious! Here at our schools in sunny Cuernavaca and vibrant Oaxaca, we believe that learning a language should be as fun and engaging as possible. And what’s more engaging than a shared meal? That’s right, one of our favorite traditions […]
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Los mercados públicos en México son lugares normalmente cálidos en su ambiente y en su trato; aunque a simple vista son caóticos y tal vez no tan limpios como quisiéramos, la gente que ahí va a comprar, los vendedores (a quienes llamamos marchantes), los cargadores, los niños que acompañan a sus papás, y en general […]
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https://youtu.be/yH7NDxV2Pmg Guess what, everyone? Last night was an absolute blast! Here at Ideal Spanish Mexico, we’re always looking for fun things to do and experience in our vibrant cities, and last night in Cuernavaca, the city delivered big time! We headed over to the Plaza de Armas and caught an incredible performance by the group […]
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