Make a Date with Ronda
During my time traveling in Europe, I have seen my fair share of amazing sights and breathtaking views- from the Parisian skyline from atop the Arc de Triomphe to majestic Moroccan mountains, to seaside sunsets in Lagos. My prized collection of memorable views grew this past weekend when I went to Ronda for a day trip
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What Swiss Cuisine Lacks: An Ode to American Food
I know, culinary complaints should be prohibited in this land of cheese and chocolate, so think of this not as a set of complaints, but a defense of American cuisine–McDonalds and Coca-Cola may have invaded every European town from Portugal to Norway, but I’d like to make the case that this is not real but pseudo-American cuisine.
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8 Tips for Traveling in Chile
I am so happy to have pushed myself to volunteer in Chile before turning 30. Now, my New Year’s Resolution is to figure out how to utilize what I have learned from my experience teaching abroad to continue to foster my interests in cultures, people, languages, learning, teaching, and giving back.
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4 Mouthwatering Colombian Drinks
First: hot chocolate. Why did nobody tell me grownups are allowed to have it everyday, maybe even multiple times? And that putting cheese in it is not only permitted but encouraged? Cheese that is all soft and mild and melty, and waits patiently to be scooped up in all its gooey glory when you reach
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Hitchhiking in the Galilee
I volunteered on a kibbutz in northern Israel one summer and spent weekends hitchhiking around the Galilee with my German friend Thomas. Mostly our drivers were friendly and happy to meet tourists. Nothing bad happened, but once an army commander told us that hitchhikers were on high alert because terrorists often target them. But then he said that tourists were usually safe
Feeling a Sense of Ubuntu in South Africa
With the taste of the FIFA World Cup still lingering in everyone’s mouth, the feeling of “ubuntu” has remained a crucial part of South Africa and their culture. Ubuntu is Xhosa for community, but not just community. It is community more in the sense of “I am because we are.” I have experienced nothing but great ubuntu since coming to South Africa.
Bali: Not Just an Island in the Sun
Bali may at first seem a generic vacation island with only miles of beaches to offer, but it actually bursts with a unique culture stemming from its Hindu roots and indigenous beliefs carried over from South and Southeast Asia. The eclectic religious beliefs in Bali color its fascinating culture. Religion is an integral part of Balinese life, so much so that Bali is known as the “Island of the Gods.”
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Recent Articles
Transportation and Segregation in Iran
By Bahar_Anooshahr on January 17, 2012 “Move towards me Bahar, farther back please,” Mom kept telling me with a glare. It was my first time riding a bus in Tehran. Until then, I had only peered through the buses from the street, while trying to capture a photo of how men and women sit in separate sections
Parisian Precautions: How to Stay Safe Abroad
By Jessica_Jaksich on January 16, 2012 I am by no means a city girl. Born and raised in the suburbs of Chicago, college student in a residential neighborhood of Atlanta, you can bet that my first few weeks living in the heart of a major city were a bit overwhelming.
An Affordable Greek Experience
By Natasha_Velez on January 13, 2012 Before you book your next flight or vacation, consider this: Imagine being surrounded by exotic black-sanded beaches, drink in hand, Greek music gently humming in the background, as you delve into the best dish you’ve ever had. But this isn’t just about the food; it’s about the experience. My experience
Namaste from Nepal
By Lauren_Villa on January 12, 2012 Last week I left the country of Bangladesh for the first time in three and a half months to travel to the neighboring country of Nepal. Walking out of the Kathmandu airport felt like I had entered a new planet, I was on new soil and breathing in the comparatively fresh, Nepali air
Eating Sano (Healthy) in Buenos Aires
By Reena_Roy on December 23, 2011 Argentine cuisine can be summarized in one word: beef. Cheap, ubiquitous, and divine beef. The kind of meat that reminds you why you’re not vegetarian (and if you are, it will not be easy for you in Argentina). If you’re craving variety, don’t fret (hint: sarcasm).
