Language Campus attracts students from all corners of the globe. Planet Earth, we've got you covered. In the first of a new series introducing you to our international language students, meet Oksana Danylych.
1.) Hello, Oksana. Where in the world were you born and raised?
I was born in Ukraine, near the border with Hungary, and grew up in Canada.
2.) Where are you located now?
I still live in Canada, in Toronto.
3.) What is your job?
I am a Real Estate Broker with Remax.
4.) What made you want to learn Spanish?
When I was a little over 20 years old, I worked in tourism and developed a love for learning languages.
5.) Why Gran Canaria?
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria is a vibrant city and the climate is great.
6.) How well known are the Canary Islands in Canada?
Most Canadians have no idea that the Canary Islands exist.
7.) So, what was the reaction of your friends and family when you told them you were visiting the islands?
Most of them thought I was visiting the Cayman Islands in the Caribbean. Now that I've educated them a bit, they'd love to come and visit.
8.) What attracted you to Language Campus?
Language Campus has a very flexible schedule with many classes. The teaching staff is very friendly, and it's a real pleasure to attend classes. It enjoys an excellent location close to everything, including Las Canteras Beach, one of the best beaches in the world, and the Mesa y López area, one of the main areas of Gran Canaria's capital for dining and shopping.
9.) During your classes, what is your favorite word you have learned?
Beetroot . I like the sound of these beets.
10.) What's your favorite phrase?
Let's go to the beach . Who wouldn't want to go to the beach in the Canary Islands?
11.) Outside of lessons, what has been your most memorable discovery on the island and why?
Maspalomas in the south of Gran Canaria has dunes that transport you to the Sahara.
12.) What do you like to eat and drink in bars and restaurants?
I love dry white wines from Lanzarote and grilled baby squid , grilled calamari, with freshly baked bread for dipping.
13.) What souvenirs do you plan to buy for the people at home?
My souvenirs won't last long because they're all edible. I'll bring back Canarian cheeses and turrón for everyone to try.
14.) What will be your most lasting memory?
The people who love to party. The energy in the streets during carnival is electric.
