you might encounter in Romania. Now that I've been there, I can provide much better insight! As an English speaker, I had no problem getting around in multiple cities! thelinguistictraveler.com/language-in-...

📌Brasov, Romania

I made a post earlier this year with some travel destinations I really want to visit. It's tough to make a short list when I want to visit every possible square inch of the planet, though!

It might surprise you to know that, for linguists, a "language" is not easy to define. There are a lot of factors that separate languages from dialects, and they can often overlap heavily! thelinguistictraveler.com/what-is-lang...

The United Arab Emirates, and by proxy Dubai, hosts a great variety of immigrant populations. So, as a traveler or someone planning to move there, what languages should you expect to encounter? I wrote a handy guide to help!

📌 Cliffs of Moher, Ireland

There are so many different methods to be able to travel, and some awesome experiences you can have from it! I've excavated Mayan ruins in Belize and taught English in Romania. That's not an experience you'd get by going for the standard tourist approach!

When I'm at home, I find myself in front of a screen a lot; watching videos, playing games, or mindlessly scrolling. But when I travel, all motivation to watch videos or play games vanishes. Sometimes all you need to refresh your mind is a new experience!

Did you know that there are over 7,000 languages in the world? Did you know that Indonesia has 1/10 of them? Some languages are obviously a lot more common, but I talked about the ones you're most likely to encounter! thelinguistictraveler.com/language-in-...

If you're looking for some good places to visit in Dublin, it's easy to spend a whole day looking around at the National Museum of Archaeology. The best part is that it's free! This means that if (like me) you don't have time to see everything, you can just come back the next day!

I found out yesterday that there's a Salish immersion school near me. Kids there can become fluent in Salish in 18 months! It's a lot of work to revitalize a language like that, but the people in charge of it have put in a lot of effort to create an alphabet and translate all sorts of resources!

📌Xunantunich, Belize

The IPA (International Phonetic Alphabet) can be an invaluable resource in language learning. But if you're not a linguist it can be quite a daunting thing to look at. Here's a helpful explanation of how it works! thelinguistictraveler.com/deciphering-...

There's no better time than October to talk about my visit to Dracula Castle in Romania! While I didn't enjoy it as much as some other sites, I would still recommend visiting as long as you temper your expectations. So, here's what to expect!

There are a lot more languages out there than you might realize. Over 7,000 languages are spoken today. The craziest part is that 10% of those are spoken in Indonesia! Every single one encompasses its own worldviews and cultural background.

The distribution of languages around the world can tell you a lot about history. For example, Indonesia's biggest non-native language was Dutch for a long time! (Now it's English.) Indonesian also uses the same writing script as English and Dutch!

"Vigilante language revitalization" as I've been calling it, is not really a big issue. But dying languages are. There are good and bad ways to help with the issue. How can you tell the difference, and what makes vigilante revitalization a problem? thelinguistictraveler.com/the-problem-...

📍The Black Church, Brasov, Romania

I think as an American I often don't realize how obvious my heritage can be. In Romania I met multiple people who could tell that I had Scottish, Norwegian, and Polish heritage just by looking at me. I wouldn't even know what to look for!

I've mentioned many times that language death is a topic very dear to me. But be careful how you help out with it. You could end up doing more harm than good. Here's my recommendation if you want to make a difference! thelinguistictraveler.com/language-dea...

Went to my first ren faire this weekend. Had a great time, even if I did accidentally break something I bought the moment I got home! Scotland did not win the joust, unfortunately. Spain beat them!

If you're traveling to Romania, your trip won't be complete without a visit to Sinaia. You can easily spend more than one day here exploring this beautiful tourist town nestled in the Bucegi mountains!

You never know what new experiences might be hiding right under your nose! For example, I'm about to work as a scare actor at an amusement park for the month of October!

Anki is a great tool for any kind of study. Learning vocab for a new language? Studying for a class? There are downloadable card packs made by other users! It's also completely free and syncs between devices! I'm not sponsored, I just really like the app and its approach to studying!

New post! The lovely Norwegian city of Tromso has loads of things to see and do, especially in winter. It is a great place to try to see the northern lights, as well as experience lots of Arctic activities. Here's our guide. www.verytastyworld.com/what-to-do-i... #traveladdicts #travel

If you're headed to Scotland, Stirling Castle is a must-see. It's huge, it's steeped in history, and it gives you an amazing view of the surrounding landscape! thelinguistictraveler.com/a-trip-to-st...

It really is a small world. After visiting Stirling, Scotland last year, I traveled to Romania this summer and met someone who grew up in Stirling!

📌Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Abu Dhabi!

Ever wondered how language changes? Curious what Old English was actually like? I delved into both of these ideas in a single post! thelinguistictraveler.com/how-language...

Always keep an open mind when you travel. Ask questions. Seek to learn more about the views, expectations, and customs of the place you're visiting. Respect the history and culture. It'll help you connect with the people and give you a better understanding and experience!

For such a small country, Moldova has quite the variety of languages! Ever heard of the Gagauz language? And what's the difference between Romanian and Moldovan?

Even the mere presence of a language within a country can tell you so much about its history. Did you know Belize has a noticeable German-speaking population?

We all do something called 'code-switching' with language, changing our grammar, vocabulary, or pronunciation depending on our context. It's often subconscious, but can have a big influence on how you're preceived!

Just at the end of this bridge the road has just been washed away after heavy rains. Always check the road conditions before you set out when travelling in #Iceland! www.visir.is/g/2025278056...

There's always new adventures to be had if you know where to look, whether it's at home or elsewhere!

There is so much work, thought, and effort that goes into language revitalization efforts. Before you go trying to revitalize any languages by yourself, know that it's a very complicated process! thelinguistictraveler.com/language-dea...

Once you start learning about how other languages approach certain concepts, you might find that you're better at explaining them in your native language, or that you can speak more clearly/ concisely in your native tongue!

When it comes to history and archaeology, there's a lot to see in Ireland! From the Celts to the Vikings and the British, there are so many cultures influencing the island's history. thelinguistictraveler.com/exploring-ir...

Learning a language, even partially, is the best way to properly immerse yourself in a culture. You'll never fully understand the place you're visiting without understanding their worldview, which is encompassed in language.

It's easy to get bored in your daily life if you just do the same things over and over... Change something up every once in a while. Visit a new restaurant. Take a different route to the store. Try a new hobby just for a little while. That's how you keep life interesting!

During my time in Romania, I got to visit the beautiful Cantacuzino Castle in Bușteni! It's nestled in the Bucegi mountains, and is also the filming location for Nevermore Academy in Wednesday!

Language learning doesn't need to be a race. Unless you have an external deadline, don't impose one on yourself. You'll never learn a language-- including your native one-- in its entirety, so don't pressure yourself for no reason. Take your time and enjoy it!

Edinburgh is a busy city with a lot of sights to see. Thankfully, there's an easy way to navigate it all and find what interests you. Edinburgh Bus Tours! I took these when I visited last year and I'm so glad I did! thelinguistictraveler.com/edinburgh-bu...

Listen to new music when you go on a trip. It'll fill the music with memories! My favorite band, Lord Huron, released a new album when I left for San Diego, and again while I was in Romania, and now the music always reminds me of those trips!

Ireland is full of natural beauty, from the countryside to the sea. The best examples of this are the Cliffs of Moher and the Giant's Causeway, both of which I visited during my time there! thelinguistictraveler.com/cliffs-of-mo...

Never go to another country (besides those with native English speakers) expecting to get by with only English. You're in their country, not the other way around. Take some time to learn at least a little bit of their language just in case you can't find an English speaker!

I've noticed a strange thing that happens to me when I travel: I tend to lose interest in my normal forms of entertainment like video games and TV. I think that being able to explore in real life takes the place of exploring in games! thelinguistictraveler.com/adventure-in...

My first experience having to get around without many English speakers was in Moldova. It's an interesting experience trying to communicate across a language barrier, and a bit easier than I thought it'd be!

When I returned from Moldova to Romania, I took a train rather than a plane. The Prietenia is a 50-year-old Soviet Train, and taking it is certainly a unique experience!

Have you ever done a corn maze, or maybe a paper one on a cereal box? Then you know how fun it can be to get lost on purpose. But it's also possible to do it in real life, as long as you're smart about doing it safely! thelinguistictraveler.com/getting-lost...