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You'll have more fun asking for directions \u003cstrong\u003e( Dónde está el hotel?), \u003c\/strong\u003e shopping for souvenirs \u003cstrong\u003e( Cuánto cuesto?), \u003c\/strong\u003e or greeting the locals \u003cstrong\u003e( Buenos días!)\u003c\/strong\u003e because you can do it in Spanish! A traveler's dream come true, this \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"Language Map\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e is perfect for your holiday on the beaches of Costa Rica or that long-awaited trip to Spain. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eNow with a new section, \"Phone, Mail \u0026amp; Internet,\" you'll have the words for laptop, tablet, SIM card and more. You won't miss a beat sharing your stories online with friends and family. Finding an internet café, free wifi, or an adapter for your mobile devices is so much easier. Make \u003cstrong\u003e\"SPANISH \u003cem\u003ea language map\u003c\/em\u003e\"\u003c\/strong\u003e your travel companion--take it everywhere you go and all your language needs are covered!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHundreds of words and phrases you'll need most.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDivided into key categories such as Asking Questions, Dining Out, Meeting People, Shopping, Sightseeing, Transportation and much more.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnique snap-open and fold design.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePronunciation is easy with simple phonetics.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUltra-thin (barely 1\/8\" thick) and light-weight (under two ounces).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLaminated for durability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFolds up like a map to slip easily into your pocket or bag.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull color, original artwork.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eKristine K. Kershul\u003c\/b\u003e blends her experience as a teacher, world traveler and language scholar to create a playful, innovative way to learn and use a new language. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eTeacher: As an expert linguist, Kristine spent ten years teaching German at universities in the United States and in Europe. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eWorld Traveler: An adventurous spirit, Kristine has explored more than 100 countries, from Bhutan to Zimbabwe, and almost every exotic locale in between. She understands the problems that all travelers encounter, regardless of which country they are visiting. She knows first-hand how languages can open doors to new adventures, new friends and different cultures. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eLanguage Scholar: Kristine completed her undergraduate and graduate studies while living in Heidelberg, Germany. She then received a second Master's Degree from the University of California in Santa Barbara and subsequently, did her Doctoral studies in Medieval German Languages and Literature. In addition to German, she also speaks a number of other languages ranging from Arabic to Swahili. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eA Colorful Background: Kristine's fascination for languages began as a child growing up in a tri-lingual household in Oregon, where Croatian, Danish and English were spoken. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eKristine's natural gift for languages opened doors outside the academic world. She worked as a bilingual travel guide in Europe and later, as a translator at the U.S. Embassy in Germany. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eOn A Personal Note: Kristine's passion for travel, foreign languages and new cultures continues to take her around the world. One never knows where she'll venture to next -- Namibia, Laos or Guyana. 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