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EPISODE · Jun 24, 2026 · 9 MIN

The Pros of Being Somewhere Touristy

from Language & Travel Hacking · host Fluent in 3 Months

In this episode, I explore the surprising benefits of learning languages in tourist hotspots. While I usually encourage travelers to get off the beaten track, I explain why busy destinations can be great places to find language exchanges, meet fellow language enthusiasts, and practice multiple languages with people from around the world.I also share how events like the World Cup create unique opportunities for real-life language practice. Despite the higher prices and abundance of English speakers, tourist hubs can offer valuable social and linguistic experiences if you know where to look.If you need one-on-one language guidance, schedule a consultation session with me at languagehacking.com/chat.And don’t forget to check out the Fluent in 3 Months Bootcamp here!Check out my newest YouTube video: Forget Every Country. I'm Visiting Every State on Earth (3,000+)Or you can follow me on all Social Media channels:Follow my Spanish InstagramInstagram: @irishpolyglotThread: @irishpolyglotTikTok: @irishpolyglot

In this episode, I explore the surprising benefits of learning languages in tourist hotspots. While I usually encourage travelers to get off the beaten track, I explain why busy destinations can be great places to find language exchanges, meet fellow language enthusiasts, and practice multiple languages with people from around the world.I also share how events like the World Cup create unique opportunities for real-life language practice. Despite the higher prices and abundance of English speakers, tourist hubs can offer valuable social and linguistic experiences if you know where to look.If you need one-on-one language guidance, schedule a consultation session with me at languagehacking.com/chat.And don’t forget to check out the Fluent in 3 Months Bootcamp here!Check out my newest YouTube video: Forget Every Country. I'm Visiting Every State on Earth (3,000+)Or you can follow me on all Social Media channels:Follow my Spanish InstagramInstagram: @irishpolyglotThread: @irishpolyglotTikTok: @irishpolyglot

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