The Best Christmas Markets

  • Posted by Stephen Whiteley
  • On 13/12/2018
  • Christmas, Christmas Market, Christmas Shopping, Shopping, travel
Christmas Day is a day that children all over the world wait for with excitement and anticipation. The festive atmosphere in the days leading up to Christmas, especially the night before, is infectious! And It’s not just the children who can’t wait to see what Santa Claus has brought for them! We all love the […]
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Ásatrú

  • Posted by Stephen Whiteley
  • On 11/12/2018
  • Ásatrú, Edda, Paganism, Translation, Winter Solstice, Yule
Historians and mythologists have been fascinated by the Vikings for centuries, but we have seen a significant cultural revival in the last decade. From Marvel’s Thor to the Odin Missile, Norse Mythology has found its way back into modern culture. One reason for this, is the popular representation of Vikings – their fearlessness in battle, […]
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The Quirks of US English

  • Posted by Stephen Whiteley
  • On 04/12/2018
  • dialects, English, language, Translation, US English, USA
English is one of the most widely spoken languages. 1,500 million people worldwide speak English, of whom only 375 million are native speakers. It is also one of the most sought-after skills. Fluency in English is considered an essential qualification for many candidates, especially if applying to a multinational firm. The language originated in Great Britain, […]
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The Evolution of Black Friday

  • Posted by Stephen Whiteley
  • On 23/11/2018
  • Black Friday, Local SEO, Retail, sales, SEO, Translation, translation agency
In the 21st century, it sometimes feels like shopping has become society’s favourite hobby! To promote this trend, big names in the retail sector, including many the multinational brands, have regular sales where they sell their products for less, to foster customer loyalty. With this marketing tactic in mind, we have the monster of all […]
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Why a pumpkin on Halloween?

  • Posted by Stephen Whiteley
  • On 02/11/2018
Pumpkins have been grown throughout North America for 5000 years. In 1584, after French explorer Jacques Cartier explored the St. Lawrence region of North America, he reported finding what he called “gross melons.” This, when translated to English, was called “pompions,” which then evolved into our modern “pumpkin.” Pumpkins have become a major part of […]
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