Thailand is a country with strong religious influences leading to many myths and legends. Thai folklore has stood the test of time and is still re-told. Likely with unique spins added between generations like a long-standing game of Chinese Whispers. From battles for kingdoms to…
The New Year has found us traveling across the globe to Turkey, a country in the Middle East with a population of 84.43 million people. If you’ve never thought about taking a trip there, we’re positive you’ll add it to your bucket list after reading…
Valentine’s Day is right around the corner. On February 14 of every year, this global celebration of love and admiration is highly anticipated by people of all age groups. In Latin America, they refer to Valentine’s Day as El Dia Del Amor y Amistad or…
Who doesn’t love a holiday filled with heart-shaped cards, balloons, chocolates, and flowers? For most countries, Valentine’s day is fast approaching and it is exciting to once again see business places and homes adorned with beautiful decorations. But how much do you know about Valentine’s…
Serbia is a beautiful destination that never ceases to fascinate its visitors. One of its most fascinating (and often confusing for foreigners) customs is Christmas. Orthodox Christmas, unlike the Western world’s version, is celebrated on the 7th of January each year. But why don’t the…
We all know that China is a huge country. With a population of well over 1 billion people, the Chinese people make up approximately 20% of the world’s population. As the world’s largest economy, the Chinese offer us an abundance of interesting facts! With this…
Christmas traditions in the Caribbean may look very different to those who are used to a ‘white Christmas’. In the Caribbean, the sun shines bright, the climate is cool, and clear blue skies rule the day. Like many other parts of the world, the Christmas…
The winter solstice marks the shortest day and the longest night of the year. But for many, this day is about a lot more than just the return of warmer days. Over the last few hundred years, many myths have been spread about the solstice….
We’re back again with more exciting myths and legends of Latin America. What ancient folklore will we uncover this time? Let’s take another trip back to a region filled with diversity, vibrant cultures, and varying traditions. Today, we will focus on three more Latin American…
We all know that China is a huge country. With a population well over 1 billion people, the Chinese make up approximately 20% of the world’s population. With this in mind, our Day Translations blog wants you to come along with us as we explore…
It is said that beauty is in the eyes of the beholder. That said, how do you view beauty and the beauty industry? No matter the language spoken or the culture you’re part of, beauty and the trends they foster resonates with anyone who is…
Considered by some as the founding fathers of modern translation and interpretation, Dragomans played a vital role in the ancient Ottoman Empire and later in Turkey. But who were the Dragomans, and what essential roles did they play? Let’s dig into the topic… The…
