Are you headed to Paris for the holidays? Or the south of France for an escape from everything? No matter where you’re headed in France or when you get there, if Est-ce que vouz parlez anglais? (Do you speak English?) fails, keep the … Continue reading
Are you planning your trip to Japan? You might be worrying about accidentally offending someone by saying or doing the wrong thing. It is probably fair to say that Japanese society in general places a premium on etiquette, but don’t … Continue reading
Are you headed to Kyoto to see the fall colors around the temples and shrines? Or Tokyo for a little autumn neon? No matter where you’re headed in Japan or when you get there, if えいごをはなしますか。Eego o hanashimasu ka. (Do you speak … Continue reading
Headed to Munich to celebrate Oktoberfest? No matter where you’re headed in Germany or when you get there, if Sprechen Sie Englisch? (Do you speak English?) fails, keep the following expressions in your pocket and - with some pointing and hand … Continue reading
August is the month when most of Europe takes a break from the hustle and bustle of their daily routine and retreats to the country and beaches. Where do Europeans go on vacation? We sorted through the most popular destinations … Continue reading
Off to Cinque Terre for a little seaside retreat? Headed to Firenza to finish off a fiery summer? Going to Siena to see the Palio horse race? No matter where you’re headed in Italy, when Parla inglese? (Do you speak English?) fails, … Continue reading
“Il Ferragosto” in Italy is a famous holiday that originated in Ancient Rome. Begun by the Emperor Augustus, the holiday celebrates the end of the hard work of the harvest (la fine dei faticosi lavori agricoli) and gives the people … Continue reading
Each month, we’ll look at phrases that will aid you in your travels around the world. This month, we’re focusing on English, so we’ll give you 10 phrases for getting around Great Britain, both for native and non-native English speakers. … Continue reading
This sweet Spanish treat, churros and sweet hot chocolate for dipping, brings me back childhood memories of Sunday afternoons spent at La Churrería. Some like it for breakfast, and let’s be honest is not the healthiest meal, but neither … Continue reading
It’s nearly midsummer, and where better to spend the longest day of the year than in Sweden, where white nights are long and light? If you’re headed to Stockholm or even farther north, here are some phrases that will get … Continue reading