In addition to English, we have speakers of multiple Filipino dialects, as well as Spanish. In the case of less common languages, we have communication books with pictures so our nursing staff are able to meet patient needs. We also ask family members to help us develop a word bank in the patient's native language to provide a communication system. Covenant Care Home | Contact Us | Directions | Assisted Living Facility Locator | Skilled Nursing Facility Locator

With 36,000 people, the official language of St. Kitts is English, although it contains many unique and colourful island phrases.

English and French. The captain usually has an excellent command of both, the rest of crew's level might not be as good.

The main language is English however there are over 20 Alaskan Native Languages spoken. Several of these languages are on the verge of extinction. At one time Tlingit was used by select military to communicate because of the limited people who knew the language. The map above gives an idea of the languages spoken and where. Many Alaskans also use terms that are unique to the area- see "Understanding the Local Lingo".

Our business language is English; however, we also speak French, Spanish, German and a variety of different languages on the ship. If you have a good ear and are a fast learner, you might pick up a language or two. Don’t worry; we’ve got you connected! We have Internet access on many of our ships, and for 10 cents a minute you can have access to the Internet. We have a Crew Internet area for you to send and receive Emails as well as surf the Web.

The official written language is Arabic. The main spoken language is Moroccan Arabic, an Arabic dialect that often includes French and Spanish words. French is very widely spoken throughout the country and often used to conduct business. There are also three Berber languages: Tarifit, Tamazight, and Tashelhit. All hotel staff and many merchants you will meet speak English.

English is the "language of communication" in Kenya. It is widely spoken in hotels, restaurants and visitor establishments. Swahili is Kenya's national language. A little Swahili goes a long way in Kenya. It is worth learning a little, and most Kenyans are thrilled to hear visitors attempt to use any Swahili at all. For example, "Jambo" means hello and is often the first word learned by visitors to Kenya. Additional translations can be found in the Kenya Tourist Board's Web site www.

English is the official language and the language of media and business. Bemba is the most commonly understood language, and more than 73 dialects are spoken in Zambia overall. [top]

The main language in Iran is Farsi or Persian, but some people can speak English. Other languages spoken in Iran are Turkish, Kurdish, Arabic and many dialects.

English is the official language, while Setswana is the national language. Other tribal languages are also spoken. [top]

Although English is the official language, it is rare that it is a Namibian's first language. Nearly all Namibians have a home language or mother-tongue, and this depends on their tribe. Each tribe has its own language or dialect. The largest Namibian tribe is the Ovambo tribe and they speak Oshiwambo. Other native languages include Otjiherero of the Herero tribe, Nama-Damara of the Nama and Damara tribes, and Silosi of the Caprivians.

Newropeans is multilingual, and applies the recommendations of its own programme in matters of language. Its internal functioning, notably in the decision making organs, is bilingual, using French and English without any translation. That therefore demands that each Newropeans office holder masters at least one other European language - even French and English mother tongue speakers.

They speak Danish in Denmark and Norwegian in Norway. A common phrase book may be helpful. English is commonly spoken in both regions and will be the language aboard ship.

While English is the official language of the Federated States of Micronesia, everyday life is conducted in Kosraean on Kosrae, and Pohnpeian (as well as various outer island languages) on Pohnpei. Local people vary in their English abilities from fluent to very basic.