10 Books to Read Before Visiting the DR
Immerse yourself in Dominican history and culture through this curated collection of literature, featuring Julia Alvarez, Junot Díaz, and historical diaries.
La Cocina Dominicana: Flavors of the Island
Discover the secrets of traditional Dominican dishes: La Bandera, Mangú, and Sancocho. Learn the language of cooking in the Caribbean.
5 Stages of Learning Spanish While Traveling
The emotional and academic rollercoaster of mastering a language on the road, and how to fast-track your progression from basic grammar to fluent expression.
Free Resources for Learning Spanish
Our teachers' favorite websites, podcasts, and daily conversation apps to practice Spanish for free before your immersion trip.
Which Spanish Accent Should You Learn?
Comparing Caribbean Spanish, Castilian Spanish, and Latin American Spanish. Learn which accent fits your target travel and professional goals.
5 Reasons to Study Spanish in the DR
Why the Dominican Republic is the perfect location for language studies, offering warm hospitality, rich history, and world-class ocean recreation.
How Long Does It Take to Learn Spanish?
A breakdown of factors influencing the duration of Spanish study to reach conversational independence.
5 Good Reasons to Learn Spanish Online
Why online prep classes double your rate of learning and make local integration much smoother.
How to Learn Spanish at Home
Effective self-teaching tools, conversation partners, and online methods to learn Spanish in your own space.
Cabarete: More Than a Surf Town
A look into the local neighborhood of El Callejón de la Loma, volunteering, and warm Dominican hospitality.
Why You Come Back and Still Love It
Domino rules, exhaust pipe tattoos, and the magic that brings people back to Cabarete time and time again.
CLI Hosts First Open Spanish Class
Interactive language games, Latin roots rules, and student course raffles at the Cabarete Social Club.
3 Mistakes Spanish Learners Make
Avoid false cognates, word-for-word translation, and the fear of making mistakes to accelerate your conversation skills.