As we approach the midpoint of our e-commerce year, e-commerce in May presents a wealth of opportunities for businesses to boost their visibility and sales. With numerous global celebrations, from Labor Day to Mother’s Day, and unique events like Star Wars Day and Cinco de Mayo, May offers a wide range of occasions for e-commerce […] Continue
Easter is one of the most significant holidays in the Christian calendar, celebrated worldwide with various traditions and customs. Let’s delve into its origins, where it’s celebrated, and its impact on e-commerce. Continue
April kicks off with a playful spirit—right from the start, April Fool’s Day brings laughter and surprises. But beyond the humor, this spring month also holds deeper significance. With Easter and various religious celebrations such as First Communion bringing families together. As winter makes its final exit, the excitement for outdoor activities,… Continue
March 17th marks St. Patrick’s Day in Ireland. Many also call it Paddy’s Day, ‘Paddy’ being the diminutive of the name Patrick, or rather its Irish version ‘Pádraig’. But what is the history of this world-famous holiday – and what made it world-famous in the first place? A bit of history St. Patrick is the […] Continue
March is Women’s History Month, the run-up to Easter, and the official end of winter. The perfect time to put your e-commerce thinking hat on and your online offering on the e-map. If you have been hibernating, it’s high time to dust off those marketing boots and get your show on the road. Continue
Valentine’s Day has not always been a day of love. Its origins have scholars scratching their heads. Some say, the day commemorates the death of a priest, who was later sainted. At the time, Valentine was a very popular name shared by a priest, who secretly married young couples despite a decree by Emperor Claudius […] Continue
Beyond the big-name holidays like Valentine’s Day and Groundhog Day, February offers a treasure trove of lesser-known celebrations that can open new doors for creative e-commerce campaigns. Are you ready to seize these hidden opportunities? Continue
The Chinese New Year is one of the most important holidays in Chinese culture. It has influenced similar celebrations in other cultures, commonly referred to collectively as Lunar New Year, such as among the Losar of Tibet, the Tết of Vietnam, the Seollal of Korea, as well as the Shōgatsu and the Ryukyu of Japan. […] Continue
The history of celebrating the new year goes back to Babylonian times. However, how we celebrate this auspicious date has changed and evolved over the past 4000-odd years, with celebrations differing from country to country, and from continent to continent. Let’s take a look at some weird and wonderful ways to welcome new beginnings! Continue
Did you know that language professionals have a whole day dedicated to them? Coming up on September 30th is International Translation Day. Read on to find out where this day comes from, how it’s celebrated and how translation is helping the world. What is International Translation Day, and why do we celebrate it? On International […] Continue
