by Alpha Omega Translations | Oct 14, 2013 | Foreign Language
The Canary Islands was named for the dog population, from the Latin “canarius” and became the name for a species of yellow birds. On top of this the Canary Islands is a recognized paradise for flora and fauna. So you might think when you hear whistling penetrating the...
by Alpha Omega Translations | Oct 14, 2013 | Foreign Language
Imagine two old ladies who have just mouthed their dentures. The first is readying to give her most esthetic smile, the second whistles for room service to hurry up. There’s a chance the second lady is Greek from a particular village in the southeastern corner of the...
by Alpha Omega Translations | Oct 14, 2013 | Foreign Language
In the Pontic mountains facing the Black Sea a flurry of white tents and wooden stands take shape in the lush and narrow valley. Kusköy, a remote Turkish village, is poised to become a center of attraction for the duration of its annual festival. Hazelnuts, tea, and...
by Alpha Omega Translations | Sep 10, 2013 | Foreign Language
The white palatial Teatro Solís in central Montevideo has opened its doors for an exposition of the finest Milonga dancers from around. A dramatic recording is played to unleash the passionate dance of a caballero and his dama in the center spotlight. They are dancing...
by Alpha Omega Translations | Sep 9, 2013 | Foreign Language
Montevideo isn’t a densely populated city despite being the capital and the only major metropolis in Uruguay. The population of “panaderías” (bread shop), pubs, and restaurants is however quite dense lining the rustic streets of Montevideo’s midsection. Spanish,...
by Alpha Omega Translations | Jul 23, 2013 | Foreign Language
As we mentioned in our article The Global Neighborhood, a product or service might be successful in one cultural context; but then need to be altered—in some cases quite dramatically—to be successful in another. Spanish is a great example. Although the same language...
