During the October half term, a group of GCSE students studying Spanish embarked on a journey to Nerja, a picturesque village nestled along the shores of the Mediterranean Sea, with the aim of improving or knowledge of the language and culture of Spain.
Each morning we had Spanish lessons which were both educational and enjoyable and greatly improved our language proficiency.
Over the course of 5 days, not only did we speak Spanish with locals, but we also took part in cultural activities including flamenco dancing and paella making which were incredibly fun. We tasted local food such as bocadillos and churros in the small restaurants around town which were delicious (and at a good price!) and looked around the charming boutiques and market stalls that lined the narrow, colourful streets of Nerja.
We also enjoyed the incredible weather and sunshine by resting at the beautiful beaches and enjoying the amazing views of the coast and the horizon.
Our host families not only provided us with comfortable accommodations, but they were very kind and chatty and we learnt a lot of new Spanish vocabulary over delicious paellas and patatas bravas at lunch.
One afternoon we visited a scenic village in the mountains called Frigillana that was steeped in history and natural beauty. Additionally, our visit to the Picasso Museum in Málaga was also an enriching cultural experience.
On the last day, we were all sad to say bye to this charming village, its friendly locals, and the great weather, but we had an amazing experience we will never forget. Thank you Ms. Zaratiegui and Mr. Barker!
Alice, Year 10