5 reasons to learn Portuguese in Portugal!

Have you ever thought of Portugal for your language study holiday? At GAMA Study, we suggest that you go to Portugal to learn the language and discover this magnificent European country.

We have prepared a list of all the advantages of learning Portuguese and discovering the country during your language study holiday!

Portuguese: a language spoken all over the world

Did you know that Portuguese is the 5th most widely spoken language in the world? Portuguese is spoken not only in Portugal, but also in Brazil, Angola, Cape Verde, Guinea-Bissau, Mozambique, São Tomé e Principe and Timor-Leste.

So it’s the native language of more than 260 million people around the world, and 40 million people are learning Portuguese as a second language!

Learning Portuguese: a great advantage for your work!

Mastering Portuguese can be a real asset for your future job. Spanish, French and German are often the preferred languages for learning a second language. By choosing to do a language study holiday in Portugal, you can stand out from the crowd and add real value for recruiters.

A destination with a rich cultural heritage

Portugal offers an exceptional wealth of culture during your experience abroad. As well as taking Portuguese courses, you’ll be able to discover the history of the country over the years. In Lisbon, for example, students can explore typical districts such as Alfama and Baixa.

Discover Portugal thanks to its gastronomy

Portuguese gastronomy is also very popular with students. During your language study stay, you’ll be able to discover a wide range of local specialities, such as charcuterie, grilled fish and local wines.

This cultural immersion will not only enrich your language experience considerably, but will also help you to broaden your vocabulary and develop your personal culture.

2 destinations for your language study holiday

In order to offer language courses to suit everyone, we propose two destinations in Portugal. Thanks to our partner school CIAL – Centro de Linguas, you can learn Portuguese in Lisbon or Faro. Discover all the advantages of these two destinations.

Lisbon

The capital of Portugal, Lisbon is a dynamic city located near the Tagus River. If you’re looking for a big city with plenty of cultural activities to do, Lisbon is the perfect city for you. You’ll never be bored!

Around Lisbon, you’ll have the chance to discover many emblematic places such as the Belem Tower, the 25 April Bridge and Saint George’s Castle.

Faro

Do you prefer smaller towns and nature? Then Faro is the place for you! Located in the south of Portugal, this city is famous for its large national park and its beaches that stretch for miles.

Our partner school CIAL Centro de Linguas is right in the centre of Faro. This means you can enjoy the restaurants, cafés and shops after your Portuguese course.

For more information about language studies in Portugal, don’t hesitate to contact us. We’ll be delighted to help you with your project.