Learning French in Aix-en-Provence this Summer the Destination Francais Way
Expat Living and Real Estate · Guest Post · Learning FrenchHere is some information from two French teachers who have moved from the classroom approach in favour of walking around Aix, visiting the markets, having lunch together, and all the time having French conversations—with notes of new vocabulary being emailed to you later.
Destination Francais classes are geared toward children or adults. They also offer French for Travellers and options for learning useful expressions for ordering food in a restaurant.
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