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Bet on Brighton for the Best British English
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pTkSO8pPBCw Brighton: Home of the Best British English If you want to improve your English this summer and want to learn the best British English then there is only one place to go – Brighton! Known as...
English Language Junior Summer Camps: 2016
For a Summer of English, and a Bit of Fun Too! As places on English language junior summer camps quickly fill up, Cactus Language has done the hard work for you and selected the best from the huge choice that is available across both the UK and...
Which English Language School is Right for You?
Different People Need a Different English Language School Not all people are the same, and neither are all English language schools. Here we explain which is the best school for you depending on the type of person you are, your life, work,...
5 Reasons Why Learning a Language Later in Life is Better
Whether you’re 50 or 80 (and yes, we do have 80-year-olds taking language courses!), choosing to learn a language later in life is a choice that will greatly enhance all aspects of your best years to come! Discover our 5 reasons to why learning a...
The Problem with the British
The British economy is losing £48bn every year. So, who’s to blame? The Tories? Dave? Boris? The banks? People spending too much time on social media? Who is responsible for the problem with the British? The Problem with the British The people...
Refugee Olympic Team
Showing their international solidarity and support of the refugee community the International Olympic Committee has created “Refugee Olympic Team”, consisting entirely of elite athletes who have been affected by the worldwide refugee crisis....
Free One-to-One Skype Lessons
Are you learning Spanish and still not sure about the difference between ‘por’ and ‘para’? Or maybe you’re studying French and can’t quite work out why the word order seems to be back to front? If you’re a German student you might be...
Ich bin Laura und Ich liebe Berlin!
A first-hand account of studying German with Cactus in Berlin: Ich bin Laura und ich liebe Berlin! By Laura McCombe In December, I travelled to Berlin to learn German at Cactus’ partner school, GLS Berlin. I had already visited Berlin – in fact,...
Do Something Different this Easter
Easter is the perfect time to get away and try something a bit different and with a great range of language courses from Cactus, the whole family can join in. Are you ready to do something different this Easter? How To Do Something Different this...
English Outside the UK
English is isn’t all about England This week we are focussing on learning English outside of the UK. There are many popular locations in the UK – London, Brighton, Manchester, for example, but it’s good not to forget all the other inspiring...
Oooh La La “France in February”: A French Valentine’s Treat
Whether you want a quick break on your own, want to surprise a friend, or are looking to have a romantic break with your partner, we have a range of special offers in Nice that will brighten up your February. The Valentine’s Treat for both Couples...
7 Ways to Fast Track Language Learning
Learning a language takes time and patience. How long does it take to learn a language is a question most students will ask and it depends on a lot of variables. However, it is possible to fast track your language learning. You can use these 7 ways...
Ollie Phillips Inspires Stowe Students
As England rugby 7’s captain, player of the year, Clipper round the world yachtsman, Guinness World Record holder, and now Director of Digital Innovation at PricewaterhouseCoopers Ollie Phillips has a colourful and varied career that is impressive...