For the record, I read the FAQ's and the resources page before posting. There's a lot of info there.

Here is my situation, I am a Catholic seminarian studying to be a priest. To better serve the needs of my diocese (geographic region in the Church), I am currently learning Spanish. When this program finishes, I will still be nowhere near fluent.

With this in mind, I am currently looking for an online software to keep up with and continue my education.

Additionally: Money is probably not an issue because I will likely be reimbursed by my diocese. While I am currently learning Spanish, I would like it to be available for different languages as well. I love grammar explanations. I understand that some do not really teach grammar. If one doesn't, but it is still very good, I would be okay getting a supplemental book.

So why all the crap on "name-brand" programs such as Rosetta Stone or Pimsleur? Are they actually bad or are people just sometimes snobby? I would like something that is polished.