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Science of Surviving the Zombie Apocalypse

Pimsleur Approach • May 2, 2012 • Language Learning • Comments (30)

We love interesting research, especially since our language learning products are based on research by Paul Pimsleur. So we were excited when we saw that research in necroneurology identified several key features of zombie behavior. Below is the science of surviving the zombie apocalypse. Share it: Tweet All tongue-in-cheek. And a huge thanks to Bradley Voytek, Timothy [...]

Win a Cash Prize by Entering the Pimsleur Approach Blog Contest!

Pimsleur Approach • May 1, 2012 • Language Learning • Comments (0)

After the success of our last blog contest and in order to give all our readers something to look forward to as spring approaches, we have decided to host another contest! Break out your typing fingers and get ready to share your language learning story for all of the world to see. The contest [...]

Great Ghost-Hunting Hotspots (or Should That Be Cold Spots?)

Pimsleur Approach • April 30, 2012 • Language Learning, Travel tips • Comments (1)

Are you one of those weirdos who actually wants to run into a ghost? We’ve trawled the globe, seeking out the places you’re most likely to score a supernatural encounter. Flashlight and clean underwear not provided. The Diplomat Hotel, Baguio City, Philippines When you catch it first thing in the morning, the Diplomat Hotel appears to be [...]

April’s Top Travel Links

Pimsleur Approach • April 27, 2012 • Entertainment, Global, Travel tips • Comments (0)

This month’s round-up includes funny place names, Sasquatch hunting and Czech beer fests Videos As the landscape that inspired Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s ‘Hound of the Baskervilles’, England’s Dartmoor National Park is one of the most bleakly beautiful places on earth. Here’s a short promo about the place. Taking ‘intrepid’ to new heights this group [...]

Discovering the Hidden Gems of Cusco, Peru

Pimsleur Approach • April 26, 2012 • Global, Language Learning, Traditions, Travel tips • Comments (0)

Travelers pass through Cusco, Peru on their way to Machu Picchu. The name “Cusco” refers to the Department of Cusco, as well as its capital city. While Machu Picchu may be the most visited attraction in the country, Cusco has many hidden gems worth exploring. The city lies 11,000 feet above sea level and was [...]