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Localisation Faux Pas (Archive)
October 2005 |
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| There are no shortage of notices to bring a smile to the face of even the weariest of travellers as English is misinterpreted all around the world. This Yugoslav hotel prides itself on its service: "The flattening of underwear with pleasure is the job of the chambermaid." Not to be outdone, Japanese hotels provide excellent chambermaid service too: "You are invited to take advantage of the chambermaid." In an Austrian hotel climbers are kindly asked: "Not to perambulate the corridors in the hours of repose in the boots of ascension." Taking a lift in Belgrade is truly magical: "To more the cabin push button for wishing floor. If the cabin should enter more persons, each one should press a number of wishing floor. Driving is then going alphabetically by national order." While, the Parisians have definitely got it sussed: "Please leave your values at the front desk." (Adapted from: http://www.itiscotland.org.uk/howlers.htm) |
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