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Easter in Ukraine
Easter is a widely celebrated religious holiday across Europe. Many countries have different traditions across the continent. Ukraine is no exception to this, as Easter in Ukraine is full of traditions which date back centuries. The main thing to...
IELTS Practice Tests
Taking IELTS practice tests is the perfect way to prepare for your proper IELTS exam. Not only do they give you the chance to test your knowledge, they also give you an opportunity to get to know the format of the exam itself. There are plenty of...
Top Ukrainian Phrases & Words
Learning Ukrainian may seem like a somewhat daunting task. Particularly for those unfamiliar with Eastern European languages. But, at Cactus we offer structured courses to help you develop your skills. From being a complete beginner in Ukrainian...
Traditional Ukrainian Food
With a vast agricultural industry, Ukraine is a powerhouse for food production in Europe. Breads, vegetables and grains are a staple for all Ukrainian meals. But what are some of the most famous and popular Ukrainian dishes? We have taken a look at...
Hardest Languages for English Speakers to Learn
Learning a new language can be difficult for a lot of people. Learning French, Spanish and German is quite common in native English speaking schools. These languages also have many similarities to English. So they are some of the easiest languages...
How to Prepare for IELTS?
Are you wondering how to prepare for IELTS? What skills you might need for success in the IELTS Academic? Do you want to know how to improve your score? Or how many hours you should study for IELTS per day? We will help you find the answers! To help...
Language of Iceland
The small Nordic island country of Iceland is located in the North Atlantic and Arctic Oceans. With a population of under 375,000 people, Iceland is a small country. In terms demography and physical size. However, it is found in dream holiday lists...
Funny & Interesting British Sayings: Top 10
Considered by non-native speakers to be one of the easiest languages to learn, English is full of tricky grammar, a large vocabulary and interesting pronunciation. English is also famous for its colloquial phrases and words. We have compiled a list...
Languages of Belgium – Which Languages are Spoken in Belgium?
Home to the headquarters of NATO and the European Union as well as some of the most well preserved medieval buildings in the world, Belgium is as beautiful as it is linguistically diverse. But what is the official Belgium language? What languages is...
German Speaking Countries
German is spoken as a first language by over 130 million people worldwide. Yet, which are the German speaking countries? German is an Indo-European language which has influenced many other dialects around the world. Its history dates made to the...
Top 5 French TV Series to Watch on Netflix
Learning a new language doesn’t have to stop at the end of your last lesson. With plenty of media available to watch and read online today, you can improve your language skills from the comfort of your sofa. We have taken a look at the Top 5...
New Year, New Language
The New Year brings a wide range of opportunities for us all. From planning vacations, events and goals for the year ahead, the end of the year and start of the new one is the time when we make plans for the coming 12 months. Some of the most...
How to say “Happy Thanksgiving” in 10 Languages
Thanksgiving is a national holiday celebrated mainly in the USA and Canada to give thanks for the blessing of the harvest. Saying “Happy Thanksgiving” is an essential phrase during late November. If you have American and Canadian friends and...