Speak French

It’s easier to learn a language if you immerse yourself in it while in the country itself. Not In The Guidebooks offers French courses, run by native speakers, in different locations from Paris to Provence. There are dates for six nights in Lyon (with five days teaching) throughout the year, costing £432pp, including B&B with a local family; travel is extra. Spanish, German and Italian courses are also available in their respective countries. notintheguidebooks.com