Learn Portuguese the way it's actually spoken
13 characters across 2 properties in the Don JoaquĂn hospitality empire. From the beachfront resort in Rio to the boutique hotel in Lisbon—master both Brazilian warmth and European elegance with characters who remember your mistakes.
Two locations. Two variants.
From Brazilian warmth on Copacabana to European elegance in Alfama. Master both PT-BR and PT-PT with characters who live the difference.
Flagship · 2012
Don JoaquĂn Rio Resort & Spa
The heart of your Portuguese journey. A stunning beachfront property where Brazilian hospitality meets international luxury. Practice with staff who embody the famous carioca warmth and energia that makes Rio unforgettable—from beach vendors to business managers.
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European · 2018
Don JoaquĂn Lisbon
Experience the melodic sounds of European Portuguese. Mariana bridges the gap between PT-BR and PT-PT, helping you understand both variants and navigate Portugal's historic capital with confidence. She'll teach you why nobody in Lisbon says "vocĂŞ."
13 personalities. 13 ways to learn.
From carioca beach vendors to a Lisbon culture expert. Each character teaches different aspects of Portuguese language and Brazilian or European culture.
Rafael
Greetings, basics, first words
Marcos
Numbers, money, beach commerce
Lucas
Reflexive verbs, daily routines
Thiago
Future tense, travel planning
Felipe
All verb tenses, storytelling
André
Romance, flirting, social charm
Gabriela
Business Portuguese, corporate
Carolina
Food vocabulary, ordering
Dona CĂ©lia
Health, pharmacy, emergencies
Marcelo
Grammar patterns, verb logic
Caio
Modern slang, casual conversation
Seu Oswaldo
Past tenses, Copacabana stories
Mariana
PT-PT vs PT-BR, Lisbon culture
Conversation is the curriculum
No flashcard grind. No gamified streaks. Just real conversations with characters who adapt to how you actually speak.
Take the Assessment
A 5-minute voice conversation that maps your level, goals, and regional preferences. No multiple choice—you actually speak.
Meet Your Characters
We recommend characters matched to your level and goals. Subscribe to unlock all 13—from Rafael's patient first words to Mariana's European Portuguese precision.
Speak. Get Corrected. Improve.
Each conversation builds on the last. Characters remember your mistakes, track your progress, and adapt their difficulty as you grow.
AI That Actually Remembers
Mess up pretérito vs imperfeito on Tuesday? Seu Oswaldo will bring it up in his next Copacabana story. Confuse PT-BR with PT-PT? Mariana won't let you forget. That's not a bug—it's the point.
Ready to enter the Don JoaquĂn Universe?
Take the free 5-minute assessment. We'll match you with characters who fit your level, goals, and the Portuguese you actually want to speak.