João and Luís enjoy their summer break by going to one of the popular music festivals held in Portugal.
Um Festival de Verão
A Summer Festival
June 16, 2021
25 de Abril
April 25Th
April 25, 2021
Learn why the 25th of April was such an important day in Portuguese history.
O Mosteiro da Batalha
The Batalha Monastery
January 24, 2021
Learn about the Mosteiro da Batalha, an emblematic monument in the history of Portugal.
The 2020 Holiday Party
December 24, 2020
We wrap up 2020 with the spotlight on our members from all over the world, as they describe their favourite traditional holiday foods and drinks. You’ll also get to meet more of the Practice Portuguese team (with an appearance from Avó Odete), while our set (and post-rum-cider Joel) start falling apart. A huge “obrigado” to all […]
O Museu Nacional de Arte Antiga
The National Museum of Ancient Art
November 19, 2020
Learn more about a group of students and their visit to the National Museum of Ancient Art.
Uma Viagem ao Douro
A Trip To The Douro
October 26, 2020
Learn more about João’s trip from Lisbon to Régua aboard a historic train.
Uma Visita a Coimbra
A Visit to Coimbra
September 14, 2020
Learn more about the various historical sites you can visit in the city of Coimbra!
Viseu, Senhora da Beira
Viseu, Lady of Beira
September 6, 2020
Learn more about the city of Viseu and its fascinating history.
Uma Visita a Évora
A Visit to Évora
July 28, 2020
Isabel and Luísa are college students who take a break to explore the beautiful and historic city of Évora!
O Nectar dos Deuses
The Nectar of the Gods
March 30, 2020
Learn more about the excellent wines that can be tasted from various regions all over Portugal.
O Fado
Fado
March 26, 2020
Learn more about Fado, the music style that best captures what it means to be Portuguese.
Um Festival de Música
A Music Festival
February 17, 2020
Pierre just moved to Portugal with his family. He writes an email to some friends back home to tell them about his experience at a music festival.
Uma Mudança Para Lisboa
A Move to Lisbon
February 3, 2020
Louis replies to an email to update his friend on some exciting changes in his life.
O Ano Novo
The New Year
December 30, 2019
Feliz Ano Novo! Find out how the Portuguese like to celebrate New Year’s Eve.
O Mundo Sem Jogos
The World Without Games
November 25, 2019
Pedro is a teenager who became addicted to video games, but he recently discovered a whole new world full of activities and sports.
A Vida Dum Estudante: Manuel
The Life of a Student: Manuel
November 4, 2019
Meet Manuel, a history student at the University of Lisbon who has a very busy life.
Influência Árabe na Língua Portuguesa
Arabic Influence on the Portuguese Language
July 18, 2019
Have you ever wondered about the origins of the Portuguese language? Throughout history, the Iberian Peninsula was populated and governed by several different nations. This rich and fascinating blend of influences is reflected in both our language and our culture. (Note: This episode is a rare exception to our “Shorty” format, as it is about 5 minutes in duration)
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