Want to really get the best out of a trip abroad? Knowing even a little of the local language and some local knowledge will make your experience much more enjoyable. But where to start?
We've put together a series of brief introductions to four European languages for you to enjoy. You can either listen to them here, or to subscribe to them as a podcast by typing, or copy and pasting, the following URL into your podcast software:
If you have iTunes it's easier to click on this link: subscribe to podcast in iTunes.
Listen to the guides online:
Weekend Break: Italian
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Whether you're heading for the threatened beauty of Venice or the historical surprises of Rome, you'll get much more out of a trip to Italy... Read more : Weekend Break: Italian
Weekend Break: Spanish
Jean-David et Anne-Laure under CC-BY-SA licence
One of the first nations to tempt Britons for overseas holidays, Spain offers much more than package tours and sizzling on the beach. Our... Read more : Weekend Break: Spanish
Weekend Break: German
Christinaelsen | Dreamstime.com
Whether you're off for a weekend in the Alps, or a slightly racier time in Berlin, our Weekend Break guide will give you the essential... Read more : Weekend Break: German
Weekend Break: French
BBC
Get the most out of your trip to France - take our audio introduction to the language and culture of France with you Read more : Weekend Break: French
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