We believe the key to learning a language is Virtual Immersion, surrounding a person with the sights, sounds and culture of another country through the web," said Varun Bedi, Founder and co-CEO of Parlo Inc. Parlo is more than a site to learn language, offering a full cultural experience and allowing the user to explore without ever leaving the home or office.

At launch, the languages offered at Parlo's site include English, French and Spanish. With busy schedules in mind, Parlo offers a different educational approach for people on the go. Students, business professionals, travelers and teachers can benefit from the proven pedagogy and current language techniques enhanced by leading technology that creates Parlo's unique and innovative language curriculum. Membership and general language courses are currently free to users around the world.

Since every student has different learning needs, Parlo has developed a variety of ways for users to approach language learning. From a structured lesson plan to music and cultural articles, Parlo has an educational approach for every type of learner. "The beauty of the Internet is that it allows users to 'click' and learn as they learn best," said Anish Rajparia, Parlo's other Founder and co-CEO.

A Few of Parlo's Key Features Include:

Language courses - Full interactive and conversational courses with customized learning plans that can be used by students on their own or as a supplement to classroom instruction

Community - Allows users to converse with natives and other students at their same level

Global music - With lyrics - just like Karaoke

Magazine articles - Authentic articles in all languages of study offered at three skill levels, simulating reading local daily newspapers or magazines

Teacher Materials - Innovative materials and lesson plans for teachers

Boutique - Language and cultural items available for purchase including books, music, movies and games

Parlo (www.parlo.com) is the premier online destination for learning language and exploring cultures. More than just a language site, Parlo dimensionalizes language by providing a complete cultural experience viaVirtual Immersion. Parlo has created a unique environment where its members not only personalize their experience by choosing from a comprehensive menu of audio and visual learning tools, but also "travel" abroad without ever leaving their homes. Parlo students learn language, sample foreign music, chat with people all over the world and purchase language and cultural products and services. This approach allows members to guide their own study programs and experience language in a deeper, more meaningful way.