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Stories and tips from Mister Fox

Learning Spanish and English, student visas and life in Pereira and Medellín — written by our team.

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Why Your Spanish Stopped Improving After Living in Colombia

You get by in Medellín, you took classes, and you still speak badly. Why intermediate Spanish freezes in Colombia and how to start moving again.

August 5, 2026 · 7 min read

Learning SpanishStudy tips

How long does it take to learn Spanish? An honest timeline

A realistic look at how long each CEFR level tends to take, why immersion changes the math, and how to set goals you can actually keep.

June 18, 2026 · 4 min read

Dos jóvenes estudiantes —una chica con el pelo azul y un chico con camiseta negra— sentados juntos en una mesa de madera clara, estudiando: ella escribe en un cuaderno y él consult
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6 Reasons to Learn Spanish Online with Native Colombian Teachers

A clear accent, workable time zones, more speaking minutes and local pricing: six concrete reasons to learn Spanish online with Colombian teachers.

April 8, 2024 · 5 min read

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Laureles, the Best Place to Live in Medellín and Learn Spanish in Colombia

Flat, green and with little English on the street: why Laureles is the Medellín neighborhood where Spanish comes fastest.

October 4, 2023 · 5 min read

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Learning SpanishSpanish grammarVocabulary & expressions

Learn Spanish in Medellín with Personalized Spanish Classes

Personalized Spanish classes in Medellín: how a tailored plan is built, and when a group course beats one-to-one lessons.

November 6, 2022 · 4 min read

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Feeling Frenzied When Learning Spanish? You Aren’t Alone

Feeling overwhelmed while learning Spanish is normal and it has an explanation. Why it happens, how long it lasts and what actually helps.

July 19, 2021 · 5 min read