latin not withstanding, most language learning classes are a waste of money. You know whats cheaper than taking a college course on spanish? traveling down to

latin not withstanding, most language learning classes are a waste of money. You know whats cheaper than taking a college course on spanish? traveling down to Colombia with a small book on Spanish grammer and a duolingo membership while living here for 3 months. I wouldn't say I'm fluent but I have picked up enough to navigate the city, ask for directions, flirt with the locals and make a few friends. And isn't connecting with people why we ultimatly want to learn a new language?