Vacaciones de verano: recuerdos, planes y escapadas del calor - Summer Vacation: Memories, Plans, and Escaping the Heat

Summer vacations mean something different depending on where you grew up, and in this episode, we look back on the childhood memories that shaped us—from playing outside in the rain in Mexico to biking through Minnesota during long summer days. We also talk about how owning a home and raising our son, Santi, has changed our relationship with travel, why we’re trying to squeeze in a few more trips before he turns two, and the realities of traveling as parents. Along the way, we compare summer traditions in Mexico and the U.S., explain why “summer” doesn’t always mean hot weather, share travel mishaps caused by unexpected climates, and discuss what an ideal vacation looks like for us today.Key Takeaways:How becoming parents and homeowners has changed the way we think about traveling.The differences between summer vacations, weather, and school breaks in Mexico and the United States.Why some of our favorite childhood summer memories had nothing to do with traveling at all.everyday cultureLinks And Additional Resources:326 – Viajar al Caribe en Temporada de Sargazo | Traveling to the Caribbean During Sargassum Season312 – Cómo Crear tu Propia Inmersión en Español Sin Viajar | How to Create Your Own Spanish Immersion Without Traveling294 – Español Útil para un Viaje a México | Useful Spanish for a Trip to Mexico292 – Aprendizajes de Nuestro Primer Viaje con Santi | Learnings From Our First Trip with Santi250 – Tipos de Viajes, ¿Cuál Prefieres Tú? | Types of trips, which one do you prefer?Ready to go beyond listening? Join La Escala, the Spanish and Go community built to help you practice, stay consistent, and connect.Get the complete podcast learning library, weekly challenges, and supportive community spaces—with live conversation clubs, guided grammar lessons and practice, and more available depending on your plan.Explore La Escala✈️ Join La Escala, our online Spanish and Go community for Spanish learners who want more practice, structure, and connection. Annual plans include 2 months free. 👉 Learn more: spanishandgo.com/communitySupport the show