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Recently, I was introduced to Auralog’s language learning software. They offer several languages at up to 10 levels. You can check out a demo and purchase their products at tellmemore.com.

Auralog has identified a list of popular travel pitfalls, when it comes to language. Some of them can be really embarrassing to you or offensive to others. Auralog’s language learning software aims to teach more than just words and vocabulary. They teach the culture and current events, so you can learn not to offend. Have you ever made one of these common travel blunders:

• Ordering a dish containing something you’re allergic to, or unable to eat for religious reasons
• Walking into the wrong restroom
• Accidental swearing
• Overpaying or underpaying for an item
• Greeting native people incorrectly (ie offering the wrong hand, offering your hand when kisses are more appropriate)
• Insulting someone by addressing them with the wrong title or pronoun
• Misinterpreting directions / getting lost

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Auralog Language Learning Software

I’d like to learn French – I want to travel to Paris to see the Louvre.

We will contact Merissa via email and her prize will be on the way shortly!

Remember, we’ll be giving away a travel gift each day right up until Christmas, so keep checking back every day!

Thanks to Rosetta Stone for sponsoring the giveaway!

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Winner: Rosetta Stone Language Software

As the leading language software in the world, Rosetta Stone provides a fast, effective way to learn a foreign language by creating an environment of complete immersion into a new dialect. It distinguishes itself from similar programs by teaching communication skills the same way a person’s first language is learned in childhood – by connecting the language with its meaning, in real life context.

Rosetta Stone language software comes in three different levels (beginners, intermediate and advanced) and 31 different languages. You can purchase one level of the software at a time, or a combination pack of different levels. Each level includes the language learning program and companion CDs, so you can learn at home or on the go.

Price points (per language):

Level 1: $259
Level 2: $279
Level 3: $299
Level 1 & 2: $419
Level 1, 2 & 3: $549

Today at the Travel Product Guide, you can win ONE LEVEL of ONE LANGUAGE of your choice from Rosetta Stone. That’s up to a $299 value! It’s the perfect gift for the international traveler, or even for yourself.

All you have to do is comment here about which language you want to learn, and where you want to travel.

You will be automatically entered into the giveaway drawing with your comment.

The contest runs through tonight, Thursday, December 4, 2008 at 11:59pm PT. A random winner will be selected from all the commenters to receive the software. Please only enter once and leave your email address in the appropriate spot so that we can contact you.

Comment to enter!

Thanks for participating!

Check back tomorrow for the winner of this giveaway, and to see what great gift Mary Jo has for Friday. Remember, we’ll be giving away a travel gift each day right up until Christmas.

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Giveaway: Rosetta Stone Language Software