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Feeling the Orange Vibe: 5 Ways to Rock King’s Day in the Netherlands
Got a bit of Orange Fever? King's Day in the Netherlands is all about showing off that national pride, diving deep into the culture, and, of course, having an absolute blast! It's the big birthday bash for King Willem-Alexander, going down every April 27th. And let me...
Considering a Move to the Netherlands? Learn 10 Useful Dutch Sentences!
Thinking about relocating to the Netherlands? This captivating country boasts a rich culture, friendly people, and a high level of English proficiency. While English is widely spoken, embracing the Dutch language can enhance your experience. Remember, Dutch is the...
4 Misconceptions about the Dutch and the Netherlands
1 - The Dutch Obsession with Bicycles The Netherlands is often dubbed "the land of bicycles," and it's not without reason. With approximately 23 million bicycles in the country, there's an average of 1.3 bicycles per person - more bikes than people! The country's flat...
Tips to adapt to a new country
Relocating to a new country is a thrilling adventure, but it comes with its share of challenges. Today, we'll provide you with some practical tips to help you smoothly transition to a new environment. Conduct Thorough Research on Your Destination Before you decide on...
Unlock Your Language Skills with the Harkness Method
At Una Paloma Blanca, we're committed to nurturing language proficiency through effective communication and practical speaking exercises. Taking inspiration from the Harkness Method, we've adopted a 'speak-up' approach, where both teachers and students come together...
Why learn a foreign language?
Do you know that more than half of the population can speak more than one language fluently? Current estimations indicate that around 43% of people are bilingual, and 17% are multilingual. Being bilingual means being able to speak two languages fluently while being...
6 things you need to know before moving to the Netherlands
Hoi! This is a quick account of a fresh expat experiencing the most incredible summer of her life in the Netherlands. Let me introduce myself: I am Silvia, an Italian, and I have been living in this lovely green country for the past 3 months. Drawing from my...
Sentences to know before going to France
When preparing for a trip to France, it’s always beneficial to have few key sentences. Making an effort to communicate in their language can make your trip way better. In this article we will explore ten essential French phrases that will help you navigate in everyday...
WHAT DOES “BEING MULTILINGUAL’’ ENTAIL
In the current era of globalization, it is unsurprising that languages play an increasingly paramount role. The world is rapidly evolving into a vast melting pot of diverse individuals and cultures sharing a multitude of customs and ways of life. Therefore, most of us...
A rich tapestry of culture and expression
French, the language of love, sophistication, and diplomacy, has captivated the hearts and minds of people around the world for centuries. With its melodious tones and elegant vocabulary, the French language is not only a means of communication but also a gateway to a...
5 great reasons to learn and love italian
Pizza, pasta, mafia, spaghetti, mozzarella… how many times did you hear and pronounce these words without laughing at them? Thousands of times, probably, but Italian language and culture is much more than that. Numbers don’t lie: with about 67 million speakers and...
Going to a language cafe is useless, unless you do this
Are we over exaggerating in our title? Perhaps. But do we love to make sweeping statements? Yes, especially when there’s truth to them! Let’s take a second to imagine a scenario together… You’ve moved to the Netherlands either for work, for school, or even for love....
5 Tips to Make Learning Dutch Easier
23 million speakers, and grammar that just won't quit, Dutch can seem like a daunting task. We see it all too often at UPB, and we always tell our students the same thing. So we thought we'd spread the word, and share our 5 Tips to Make Learning Dutch Easier. 1. Watch...
Do it For the Kids – Language as a Social Tool.
Can learning a language help your child develop their social skills? There is a lot to be said for languages, and how learning them can broaden your horizons and open up new corners of the world. It is also proven that learning languages strengthens your brain, and...
Which Languages Would the Bridges in Rotterdam Speak?
It has been said that languages are the bridge to other cultures, and if there were a country where this idea is completely unavoidable, it would be the Netherlands - most of all, Rotterdam. With over 100 bridges and quays, Rotterdam would be completely amiss without...
Are Efficient Courses Any Good?
In 2021, I took part in my first ever efficient course at Una Paloma Blanca, and as someone who has quite a busy work week, I was sceptical as to whether it would do me any good. I was worried mostly about my commitment, would 2 lessons per week burn me out? Would I...
Los 6 pasos para empexar tus clases en UPB
1. Encuentra tu curso
Consulte en nuestra página web los diferentes cursos que ofrecemos y encuentre uno que se adapte a su nivel, objetivos y necesidades.
2. Da el salto
Inscríbete en un curso a través de nuestra tienda web, o envíanos un mensaje rápido y te proporcionaremos toda la información que necesites sobre el curso.
3. Regístrate
Una vez que hayas aceptado nuestra propuesta, te inscribiremos en el curso de idiomas que hayas elegido. ¡Ahora ya estás oficialmente inscrito!
4. Unirte
En clases de idiomas divertidas, interactivas y creativas, nuestros experimentados profesores llevarán sus habilidades lingüísticas al siguiente nivel.
5. Completar
¡Yupi! Has terminado el curso. ¡Enhorabuena! Después de completar tu curso en Una Paloma Blanca nos complace entregarte un certificado de participación
6. Continuar
¿No está preparado para dejar de aprender? ¿Quiere elevar sus habilidades al siguiente nivel? Eso es estupendo. Una Paloma Blanca estará encantada de ayudarte a continuar tus estudios.
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