Unusual experience and vivid travel acquaintances form new neural connections and make our brain do something that for some reason he did not do in the usual conditions. This also applies to the study of foreign languages - one trip abroad is sometimes more effective than a whole course of classes with a tutor.
We offer to get acquainted with areas where it is pleasant to combine rest, examination of attractions and the study of the English language.
United Kingdom
Complete immersion in the cultural environment and English at every step – in restaurants and shops, on signs and indexes, in conversations with local ones – you simply will not have a chance to go into Russian. Here you can not only learn more new words, but also study the subtleties of pronunciation and begin to distinguish between British English from American or, for example, Australian.
And if you have enough time, and you are serious, visit all the countries of the United Kingdom and get acquainted with the Scottish, Irish and Welsh accents. In general, for beginners and advanced fans of English, the journey will take fascinating and productively.
Entrance rules
Russians will need a British visa and a passport, it is also recommended to have medical insurance.
How to get
There are no direct flights at the moment. From Russia you can fly with transfers in Istanbul, Ankara, Cairo or Baku. Prices for tickets in both directions start from 44,300 rubles*.
Cyprus
Great Britain had a strong influence on the island – the solar state was the English colony for 80 years. And although English is not official in Cyprus, the vast majority of Cypriots owns it perfectly.
It is a pleasure to study it here: in hotels, by the pool and on the beaches – you can hear English speech everywhere, because Cyprus is also a favorite resting place for the British. In addition, services for services and accommodation here are lower than in the UK countries, and getting a visa is much easier, so the island is ideal for linguistic travel and vacation.
Entrance rules
Russians will need a national visa or open multiple Schengen and a passport.
How to get
There are no direct flights at the moment. You can fly from Moscow to Larnaki or Paphos with transfers in Cairo, Doha, Tel Aviv and Dubai. The cost of tickets back and forth starts from 60,200 rubles*.
South Africa
This state will amaze you with exotic nature, with low prices and excellent tourist services relative to European countries. English is one of the official languages of the South African Republic. Feel free to contact local residents – they will be happy to talk with you and answer questions.
In addition to immersion in the language environment, you can have a great rest here. Enjoy the Indian and Atlantic oceans, study the wild nature in national parks, engage in surfing, diving, mountaineering and tracking. We are sure that in such interesting conditions you will replenish the vocabulary with new English words, at least – the names of rare African animals.
Entrance rules
For traveling up to 90 days, a tourist visa is not required. But the current passport must have.
How to get
There are no direct flights from Russia. From Moscow to Cape Town, you can fly with transfers in Doha, Dubai and Cairo. You can fly in at least 77,000 rubles back and forth*.
Netherlands
The country of windmills and tulips stably occupies the first lines of the international English language rating (English Proficiency Index, EPI). Locals are excellently explained on it, and in museums, cafes, hotels and tourist locations, pointers and staff only help you forget your native speech for some time.
Amsterdam is a city of channels and bridges, flower markets and gingerbread houses – a favorite place for travelers from all over Europe, Australia and New Zealand. Therefore, exploring the cities and attractions of the Netherlands, you will be able to chat with representatives of different cultures and pump your conversational skills. The country is suitable for owners of medium and advanced levels of English.
Entrance rules
Russians will need a Schengen visa, a passport and medical insurance.
How to get
There are no direct flights from Russia. From Moscow to Amsterdam you can fly with a transplant in Ankara, Istanbul or Belgrade. Ticket prices in both directions start from 54,000 rubles*.
Türkiye and the UAE
Here it will be possible to relax well on luxurious beaches and finally overcome the language barrier. These countries are ideal for those who are just starting to study English, and those who already know something, but have never communicated with foreigners.
In a classic hotel vacation, a few memorized phrases will be enough for you, and new words can be gleaned even from communication with waiters or a bar. In some hotels focused on a Russian tourist, there are a menu in Russian – in case you get confused in the names.
Entrance rules
For travels up to 60 days in Turkey and up to 90 days in the UAE, a visa is not required. We need a passport, it is also recommended that the presence of insurance.
How to get
There are direct flights from Russia to Turkey (in Istanbul, Antalya, Dalaman and other popular resorts) and the UAE (Dubai and Abu Dhabi). Tickets in both directions to Turkey will cost at least 17,000 rubles*, in the UAE – at 21,000 rubles*.
Singapore
The prosperous island state and the same name metropolis is a combination of ancient Asian traditions, modern technologies and multinational culture. Business quarters with skyscrapers are adjacent here with Buddhist temples, orchid gardens and zoos.
English is one of the official, so local residents speak them at a high level. In addition, it unites ethnic diversity: there are a lot of expanses, immigrants and travelers in the country who came to live, work and study. Singapore is suitable for those who have minimal knowledge in English and navigation in this language does not bother him.
Entrance rules
Russians will need a visa, a passport and a completed immigration card.
How to get
From Moscow to Singapore, you can fly with a transplant in Beijing, Istanbul or Abu Dhabi. The cost of tickets starts from 55,600 rubles in both directions*.
Argentina
In 2022, the state became the most English -speaking country of Latin America according to the English language index (English Proficiency Index, EPI).
Education in Argentina is considered one of the prestigious in South America, so residents of the entire region come here. Of course, the Spanish language is also widespread in the country, but this only adds color and makes the stay here bright and memorable. Take the tango lesson from the Argentinean – you will learn not only new movements, but also a couple of words that were not taught in English classes.
Entrance rules
Russians for traveling up to 90 days need only a passport, they do not need to issue a visa.
How to get
It will turn out to get from Moscow to Buenos Aires with two transfers, for example, in Istanbul and San Paulo. Ticket prices in both directions start at 145,000 rubles*.
*Prices are relevant at the time of publication.
