Practical Language Books for Beginnersfor Travel and Daily Life
Learn the vocabulary you actually need when you're there — through short stories and real-life conversations. Ideal for holidays, homeowners, and adult learners.
Easy Holiday French
English Story with French Dialogue for Beginners
Holiday in France with Sarah and Marie, and pick up French language and culture as Marie explains in English along the way. Learn the first 500 French words you need on holiday with this fun beach read, without feeling like you're studying.
- Learn the French you need on holiday
- Order food and drinks at cafés and restaurants
- Rent beach loungers, kayaks and boats
- Ask for directions
- Book experiences
- Discover French culture
Easy Holiday Italian
English Story with Italian Dialogue for Beginners
Holiday in Italy with Sarah and Maria, and pick up Italian language and culture as Maria explains in English along the way. Learn the first 500 Italian words you need on holiday with this fun beach read, without feeling like you're studying.
- Learn the Italian you need on holiday
- Order food and drinks at cafès and restaurants
- Rent beach loungers, kayaks and boats
- Ask for directions
- Book experiences
- Discover Italian culture
Seconda Casa - Easy Italian for Living Like a Local
Practice Common Conversations in Italian for Beginners (A1 – A2 Level)
Ready to embrace life in Italy like a local? Follow Anna as she settles into her new Italian holiday home, and gets to know her local town. Learn practical Italian through Anna's relatable conversations, covering everything you need to enjoy la dolce vita!
- Shopping for food, furniture, and fun
- Getting to know your neighbours
- Dining out and social activities
- Managing your home
Discover our Italian Books
From restaurant conversations to daily life, learn Italian for real-life situations.
Discover our French Books
From café conversations to château visits, learn French for real-life situations when you're there.
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