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Special Deals Await You

ATIF WebMaster — Fri, 30 Oct 2015 17:13:51 +0000

Hello everyone and welcome to Miami!!!

ATIF was able to negotiate some special deals for you – up to 20% discount in restaurants and services. Your ATA badge opens doors to special savings and/or services around downtown Miami. From a chip for your cell phone to SPA special or simply a nice meal, we got you covered.

These locations are all within walking distance from the hotel and the special will only be extended to those wearing the ATA badge. In order to keep this information easily accessible we created this summary for you.

Tip: Select a place below, copy its address, click on the map link and paste it to get directions:

MAP of DOWNTOWN MIAMI

Business	ATA Special	Address Phone	Website
	20%	270 Biscayne Boulevard, Miami FL 33131 305-423-3900	http://exhalespa.com/
	20% +	139 E. Flagler Street Miami FL 33132	https://www.facebook.com/WatchTimeInc/
T-Mobile Cellphone	Priority w/ Geovana and $10 off activation	127 SE 1st Avenue Miami FL 33132
Restaurant	ATA Special	Type Address Phone	Website
	Special Lunch Menu/Special Dinner Rates	Peruvian 168 SE 1st St Miami, FL 3313 (786) 464-0923	www.embarcadero41.com/en/
	$15 full buffet including soda+taxes	Brazilian 129 SE 1st Ave Miami, FL 33131 (305) 375-0992	www.camilasrestaurant.com/
	Executive Menu	Brazilian 190 SE 1st Avenue Miami (305) 415-2006	www.steakbrasil.com/
First Hong Kong Café	20%	Chinese 117 SE 1st Street (305) 808-6665	www.firsthkcafe.com
Okynawa Sushi	20%	Janapanese 119 SE 2nd Ave Miami, FL 33131 305) 381-8688	www.sushiexpressmiami.com/
Casa di Bel	20%	Brazilian 1523 SE 2nd Avenue Miami, FL 33131
Burito San	10%	PanAsian 119 SE 1st Avenue Miami, FL 33131 (305) 533-1288	www.buritosan.com
Kone Sushi	10%	Japanese 247 SE 1st Street Miami, FL 33131 305.373.7622	www.konesushi.com
Station 28	FREE Peruvian drink w meal	Peruvian 94 SE 2nd Street Miami, FL 33131 305-905-0328	www.station28sandwiches.com/
Eternity	None! Just enjoy the great coffee.	Coffee House Eternity Coffee Roasters, 117 SE 2nd Ave Miami, FL 33131 (305) 350-7761	www.eternitycoffeeroasters.com/
Fratelli Milano	Great Italian food	Italian 213 SE 1st St Miami, FL 33131 (305) 373-2300	www.ristorantefratellimilano.com
Las Palmas	Opens at 7 am for breakfast	Latin 209 SE 1st Street Miami, FL 33131 (305) 373-1333
El Cartel		Colombian 194 SE 1st Ave Miami, FL 33131 305-358-7800
Café Bastille		French 248 SE 1st Street Miami, FL 33131 786 425 3575
Freshko Groumet		Noveau 228 SE 1st Street Miami, FL 33131 305 415 2001	www.freshkomiami.com
Downtown Bistro		French 114 SE 1st Street, Miami, FL 33131 305-374-7284
La Granja		Peruvian 127 SE 2nd Ave Miami, FL 33131 (305) 416-4142	www.lagranjarestaurants.com/
Deli & Market – Breakfast/ Lunch/ Dinner		Deli 105 SE 2nd Street Miami FL 33131	http://www.miami-deli.com/

Stepping into the Past through the Eyes and Voices of Others

ATIF WebMaster — Mon, 14 Sep 2015 13:31:19 +0000

It was 1960. They said goodbye with hopes of a reunited future and with only uncertainty leading them. They made a new home, created a new history, and redesigned their futures. Memories, sadness, desire, curiosity, surprise and shock were the substance of reality, and their mission was survival.

Operation Peter Pan is still alive in the memories of many, and it is coming to life in the hearts of many more who are touched by the new exhibit at the History Miami Museum, in downtown Miami.

ATIF is in luck because our Vice-President, Daniela Guanipa, was one of the individuals involved in bringing the exhibit Operation Peter Pan, The Cuban Children’s Exodus to life. The exhibit is a nostalgic and poignant experience for many.

(Two (2) minute video)

Q. Daniela, how did you feel when this project landed on your desk?

I could have never guessed what was in store for me when my neighbor and friend, Gaspar Gonzalez, the producer of the videos that play continuously throughout the exhibition, knocked on my door (literally) and asked if I’d be interested in doing some transcription work for him. As we sat talking about his project, I thought it would be interesting to transcribe these interviews —even though transcription doesn’t particularly appeal to me these days. But I thought, “I can use Dragon® NaturallySpeaking; I don’t have any particularly big translation project at the moment. Why not?” A month after I delivered the transcriptions, Gaspar stopped by again, this time to see if I’d be interested in subtitling the videos in Spanish. Then, a few weeks later, HistoryMiami contacted me directly to see if I could assist with the translation of the main signs and texts that visitors see as they walk around the exhibition.

I used to joke with Gaspar and Mr. Zamanillo that I’d have to add a Kleenex^TM surcharge to the project.

Being able to see beyond the initial project and carefully gauge its potential, the fact that Gaspar is my neighbor, that the project is connected to a local organization, and that it had the potential to make an impact on our community have all been part of making this truly remarkable project a grand learning experience for me as a solopreneur.

Q. I have been to the exhibit and those 40 minutes were dificult. The amount of material I saw represented hours and hours of work. Hard work. Emotional work. How did you manage to get through all that?

You’re absolutely right. It was hard, emotional work. As a Cuban descendant, the stories I had heard numerous times from my mother and grandparents came to life again. That was all magnified by the fact that I, too, am a mother now, and hearing the accounts of these then-children, and those of their parents, was heartbreaking.

And, of course, opening night was absolutely amazing. Seeing all that work being displayed in an exhibition of this caliber was a first for me.

I also got to see footage that didn’t make it to the final cut, which was just as poignant. I could only work for so many hours each day on this project and then I’d have to go exercise, or simply go for a walk to unwind. I used to joke with Gaspar and Mr. Zamanillo* that I’d have to add a Kleenex™ surcharge to the project!
*(Jorge Zamanillo, Museum Director)

Q. What was the best light moment of the project?

Being able to use my Cuban lingo was definitely a perk, and a rarity for me. Gaspar Gonzalez, the video producer, is a Cuban descendant as well, and we’d sit and discuss the best way to say this or that, and would reminisce on what a family member would have said in a particular context. He wanted the subtitles to have a Cuban flavor, without making it hard for Spanish-speakers from other countries to understand. I added the same flavor to the exhibition text.

And, of course, opening night was absolutely amazing. Seeing all that work being displayed in an exhibition of this caliber was a first for me. I had seen the videos, and had a rough idea of the layout, but the experience of walking through the different rooms is something that cannot be described in words.

Q. So now I have to ask, what was the hardest moment of the project?

As with any transcreation project, you develop an intimate knowledge of the material, and an ability to see beyond what is said, in order to convey the message to your audience; that psychological component is what made this experience exceptionally emotional for me.

It is a unique exhibit that cannot be described. It needs to be experienced to feel the powerful story it tells.

Seeing folks who could be my parents, crying like children because they were reliving their childhood experience, and even public figures being so honest about their feelings, tells me how much these experiences affected, shaped, and forever changed their lives, in ways I can only begin to imagine. When I was working on the material, I would come out of my office with teary eyes and hug and kiss my two little daughters. Seeing these accounts really changes your perspective.

Q. How do you feel knowing that thousands of people are walking through that museum and being touched by the words you chose to tell that story of fear, daring and courage?

I feel humbled. From the very beginning, when I was just transcribing the interviews, I wanted to be a part of this project because it was close to my heart, so it was a dream come true when I was invited to play a bigger role. I am very grateful for this opportunity, both as a professional and—and perhaps more importantly—as the daughter of a Cuban exile. It is a unique exhibition that cannot be described. It needs to be experienced to feel the powerful story it tells.

The parents of the Peter Pan niños had a vision fueled by fear, strengthened by love and hope, and supported by history. Change is a constant, and in order to survive we have to adapt, adopt, learn, use and grow. The exhibit, which runs through January 17, 2016, is a tribute to their sacrifice and strength of resolve.

Daniela Guanipa is a freelance language consultant and translator with over 18 years of experience, specializing in biosciences, marketing, and luxury brands from English and Brazilian Portuguese into Spanish. She is the Vice-President of the Florida ATA Chapter, ATIF, and webmaster of ATA’s blog The Savvy Newcomer. For more information, and to connect, go to www.danielaguanipa.com. Twitter: @daguarez.

Brazilian-born Giovanna “Gio” Lester’s career in translation and interpreting started in 1980. Gio is very active in her profession and in the associations with which she is affiliated; she has created and contributed to various T&I publications; and she frequently gives presentations on T&I in the US and abroad. In 2009 she co-founded and served as the first elected president (2011-2012) of the ATA Florida Chapter, ATIF, and is the current President of its interim board. Learn more on Gio’s ATIF Profile or follow her on Twitter: @cariobana

How to define your target clients (for translators)

ATIF WebMaster — Sat, 05 Sep 2015 14:58:44 +0000

When we try to reach our potential customers we have to tailor our message. This message cannot possibly appeal to everyone, so we want to define an ideal customer and tailor our message for him/her.Chiara Grassilli

Source: How to define your target clients (for translators)

From the NAJIT Blog: Mr. Know-It-All/Don Sabelotodo

ATIF WebMaster — Sat, 05 Sep 2015 13:03:34 +0000

“Back in graduate school http://www.kent.edu/appling a professor suggested we read thirty minutes each day in each language.”

Source: NAJIT Blog

Getting Into the Market – part IV

ATIF WebMaster — Mon, 31 Aug 2015 16:31:30 +0000

This is the last installment of the 4-part series designed and developed by Gio Lester. The series has guided you through your professional image, visibility to customers, social media, tools and approaches for reaching your customers, and now Gio will discuss the anatomy of a project, networking with peers and clients, among other things.

Please let us know if you have any questions or comments.

Getting Into the Market – part II

ATIF WebMaster — Thu, 20 Aug 2015 05:27:36 +0000

Getting Into the Market is a webinar series designed and developed by Gio Lester. On this second installment of the 4-part series, Gio talks about social media and how to use it. This is an introduction with suggestions and recommendations. Though it is not an in depth study, you will learn a thing or two.

In installment III, Gio will discuss your resume, business card, and finding your customers.

Your comments are welcome!

Getting Into the Market – part I

ATIF WebMaster — Thu, 13 Aug 2015 15:24:23 +0000

Getting Into the Market is a webinar designed and developed by Gio Lester, CT and adapted for ATIF as a four-part series. The focus of the project is to assist newcomers in their journey into the market. In this first installment, Gio discusses the basics of your business image.

We look forward to your comments and questions.

Does Justice Lose Something in Translation

ATIF WebMaster — Sun, 09 Aug 2015 00:20:09 +0000

If we want to be competent users of translation, we would do well to try to understand what it is that translators do, how they do it, for whom, in what circumstances, and for what reward.David Bellos

Source: The Wall Street Journal – originally published in September, 2011.

What makes language interpreting different from translation? | Catálogo Premium de Intérpretes

ATIF WebMaster — Sat, 08 Aug 2015 12:05:26 +0000

The interpreter is both listener and speaker, working in real-time, without a safety net, and with little room to correct errors.

Source: What makes language interpreting different from translation? | Catálogo Premium de Intérpretes

Mark Your Calendars: November 4-7, 2015 – Miami, FL

ATIF WebMaster — Sat, 18 Jul 2015 21:14:54 +0000

We have the perfect Fall weather. And the ATA Annual Conference is a great opportunity to meet colleagues from around the world. This year ATIF is the Host Chapter and we have planned a few ways for you to get involved.

Come to FIRST TUESDAY on November 3. It will be held at the hotel to allow our visiting colleagues to meet the local T&I community. More info to come!
Volunteer at the HOSPITALITY DESK. We are the main reference for visiting attendees. Hospitality Desk Volunteers help our guests get to the right place – be it the next session or the best restaurant for a quick lunch, or…

The Hospitality Desk is to be manned from Wednesday through Saturday. Shifts are 90 minutes to 2 hours long and volunteers will have a slew of information at their disposal.

Come join the party! Linda Dunlap, is the volunteer coordinator, and you can contact her by email.

If you are an ATA Conference Veteran, plan to be a Buddy and help a Newbie feel at home. Newbies and Buddies will be paired off at the event held on Wednesday, Nov 4, from 4:45 to 5:30 pm.

If this is your first ATA conference, you are a newbie and will benefit from the experience your buddy will share. If you have attended ATA conferences in the past, you will enjoy connecting with your new colleagues, and we encourage you to be a buddy to a new T&I colleague. Most buddies are assigned 1 to 2 newbies.

Click on the conference’s logo above to take a look at the program and plan your activities – including your volunteer schedule. We hope to see everyone at the conference!