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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....
Nederlands leren kan overal
Er zijn een heleboel mensen die Nederlands leren op een taalschool, door middel van een lesboek en met de hulp van enthousiaste docenten. Maar er zijn natuurlijk ook andere manieren om Nederlands te leren en dat kan op plekken waar je misschien niet zo snel aan denkt....
Help, volgens mij ben ik verliefd op een Nederlander..
Blog over daten met een Nederlander en wat je wel/niet moet zeggen. Het zal je maar overkomen, je wordt verliefd op een Nederlander! Misschien zijn de cultuurverschillen tussen jullie enorm en kom je voor verrassingen te staan. En als je deze persoon voor je wilt...
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...
De zomer is maar saai, toch?
Gaan je vrienden op vakantie, maar blijf jij in Nederland? Maar heb je nog geen idee hoe je de zomer door gaat komen? De zomer, saai? Welnee! De zomer is de ideale tijd om je taalvaardigheden bij te spijkeren of zelfs een nieuwe taal te leren. Bij Una Paloma Blanca...
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...
De kat krabt de krullen van de trap
Tongbrekers: kun jij ze uitspreken? De Nederlandse taal heeft net als andere talen zo zijn valkuilen. Een valkuil die iedere taal heeft is het uitspreken van tongbrekers. Het zijn woorden of zinnetjes die moeilijk uit te spreken zijn, oftewel: waar je je tong over...
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...
5 Redenen waarom het beheersen van talen belangrijk is
Geen taalbarrière op vakantie Het beheersen van verschillende talen is erg handig voor op vakantie. Hierdoor kan je makkelijker communiceren met de lokale bevolking, die in veel gevallen geen andere taal spreken dan hun eigen taal. Ook is het zo dat je hierdoor...
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...
6 steps to getting started with UPB
1. Find your fit
Check our website for all the different courses we offer and find one that suits your level, goals and needs.
2. Take the leap
Register for a course using either our webshop, or send us a quick message and we’ll provide you with all the info you need about the course.
3. Sign up
After you have agreed to our proposal we will sign you up for your chosen language course. Now you’re officially enrolled!
4. Join
In fun, interactive and creative language lessons our experienced teachers will bring your language skills to the next level!
5. Complete
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6. Continue
Are you not ready to stop learning? Do you want to raise your skills to the next level? That is great. Una Paloma Blanca is more than happy to help you continue your studies.
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