Tico Lingo 2024

I was at Tico Lingo Jan 6 - Feb 17, 2024. My professor was Zaida, a wonderful lady who met us where we were with our Spanish skills. I liked that my professor provided written instruction, as well as ample time to practice our speaking skills; my class jokingly called our time to speak “una hora de chisme.”

The weekly activities, such as lunch and dancing, are fun and a great way to interact with other students.

I chose the home stay option for my trip, which is what I recommend to further your Spanish skills. I lived with an adventurous family who liked to take weekend trips and who (kindly) corrected my Spanish as I spoke with them throughout the stay. To me, the home stay was a vital piece of the immersion program.

Now for the negatives:
First, be aware that some of the home stays are a 15-30 minute walk away from school. That wasn’t an issue for me, but I knew some people who weren’t prepared for walking that much every day.

Second, Heredia is a busy city. There’s lots of traffic on the streets, and generally a lot of people out and about. As with any city, keep a watchful eye for fast cars and dangerous situations, and use common sense to stay safe while exploring the city.

Overall, I had a fantastic time studying Spanish at Tico Lingo. The staff were friendly and helpful, the program was organized, and there were plenty of opportunities to explore outside of Heredia. If you’re looking to expand your Spanish skills, I suggest booking your spot at Tico Lingo ASAP.