Hi Reader,

You've pictured yourself in Mexico: walking along colorful streets, finding a little cafe, ordering something delicious…

And then someone asks you a question in Spanish, and suddenly all the words you have ever learned disappear. 😅

Ring a bell?

You don’t have to speak perfect Spanish to enjoy Mexico. But a little practice can make those everyday moments feel a lot simpler, whether you're setting off on your first solo trip or heading down with your girlfriends.

And you can start for now. I did!

I’ve compiled 11 simple ways to learn Spanish for free or cheap, with ideas you can fit into life before the suitcase comes out.

Discover my 11 ways to learn Spanish → https://www.janineintheworld.com/11-simple-ways-to-learn-spanish-for-free-or-cheap/​

Listen to podcasts while you get ready, watch TV as a listening practice, and find someone to talk to—even if your sentences are a bit shaky.

My advice? Choose something you will truly enjoy. Your travel plans don’t have to be a homework assignment.

One paid habit I’ve maintained along with these free resources is my CopyCat Cafe subscription, which I reference in the guide. The “cards” they send me every day take me 15 minutes, so it’s easy to keep in practice with my Spanish.

CopyCat Cafe's Watch → Copy → Chat method is soooo effective because it gets you hearing a real phrase, saying it yourself, and using it in a low-pressure conversation. You get a 0-100 pronunciation match for each word, along with specific tips on how to improve. Their AI conversation practice is tailored to what you’re studying, with 1,000 structured conversation lessons across five courses. One subscription includes Latin American and European Spanish, plus French, German, and Italian.

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But your first step might be absolutely free.

Find your starting point in my full guide on my website → https://www.janineintheworld.com/11-simple-ways-to-learn-spanish-for-free-or-cheap/​

What is your goal for your next visit to Mexico? Be brave enough to start the conversation, even if you need to ask someone to repeat their answer. 💛

Let's go!

Janine in the World

P.S. What’s tripping you up the most: fast Spanish, remembering words, or feeling nervous about speaking? Hit reply and let me know!

Hasta pronto!

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