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Countries by Language
Are you interested in knowing the languages spoken at your upcoming holiday destination?
Learning some basic phrases in the local language can make your holiday experience truly unforgettable.
Communication Problem?
Do you worry about being unable to communicate in case of an issue at your destination?
While English is a widely spoken international language, there are still places in the world, particularly outside tourist areas, where it may not be spoken. I’ve experienced this first-hand!
It might be more comfortable for you to select a location where the language spoken is either your native tongue or one that you have a good command of.
In the table below, you can search by language. You can also type the name of the country you are interested in. It’ll show you the languages (official and widely spoken).
Countries by Language
In my post, Best Time to Go, I also include the language spoken in each country, in case you have doubts.
When travelling to a foreign country where you don’t speak the language, I recommend downloading the Google Translate app to help you communicate effectively.
This online translator uses your phone’s camera to translate text from images into your language. It’s particularly handy when you’re eating at a restaurant!
If you were in the process of picking a destination when you got to this post but still haven’t decided, you could return to that point in Where to Go.
Have you already decided where your next adventure will be? Then, you are ready to move to the next phase of organising your trip with Step by Step.
Or, if you want to know the top attractions in that country first, you can check my post, Top Tourist Attractions.
I hope this post and the table of countries by language has been helpful to you.
Are you missing anything? Leave me your comment or suggestion below, and I will happily answer. Alternatively, fill out the contact form.😊
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To help you organise your adventure, I’ve gathered the best tools I use and recommend for booking flights, hotels, local transport and more. These links support this site at no extra cost to you.
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- 🌍 All-in-one: Book flights, hotels, trains, car rentals and airport transfers all in one place with Trip.com. Or use Kayak to compare prices across multiple categories at once.
- ✈️ Flights: Compare the best prices on flights using Kayak — my go-to. For unconventional routes and hidden deals, also check Kiwi.com.
- 🛏️ Accommodation: Find hotels and unique stays at great prices worldwide with Booking.com. Also worth comparing on Hotels.com — prices can vary for the same property.
- 🚐 Transfers: Pre-book your airport or city transfers to avoid stress on arrival with Welcome Pickups.
- 🚗 Car Rentals: Explore at your own pace — compare reliable car rental providers with Discover Cars or Auto Europe.
- 💺 Transport (Bus and Train Tickets): Compare schedules and easily book intercity travel with Omio.
- 📷 Tours & Activities: Book fun experiences, guided tours, and skip-the-line tickets in advance with GetYourGuide or Viator. Looking for free tours? Check Freetour.com.
- 🌐 Internet Connection: Stay connected abroad with Airalo eSIMs — available in over 200 countries.
- 🔐 Online Security: Protect your personal data on public Wi-Fi with NordVPN — my go-to VPN for travel.
- 🛡️ Don’t forget travel insurance — a small step that saves big headaches! I use Just Travel Cover for comprehensive protection, including coverage for pre-existing conditions. 🌍 Not based in the UK? VisitorsCoverage has you covered — easy, affordable, ready to go!
Safe travels! 🌏✈️
Additional Information
You can also check my itineraries in Itineraries. Here, you’ll find them classified in City Guides and Country Guides.
Alternatively, in the section Destinations, they are classified based on the type of trip:
- Amazing Experiences. It covers the most extensive and complete trips.
- Beach and Sea. For those who prefer quieter activities by the sea.
- City Breaks. Short trips with a single destination.
Remember to check Cook up Your Trip. There, you will find everything you need to organise your trip from start to finish.
