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When in Rome….Bring Comfortable Shoes!
I have officially experienced utter craziness and chaos! We arrived in Rome late December 2010 and met up with my husband’s brother Dierk and his fiancee Debby (Dierk & Debby live there) and began our 5 day adventure in Rome.
Gaining Global Experience in Germany
The global world, global economy, and global village are realities of the 21st century. Today, global experience and knowledge are becoming a standard for professionals. To prepare for the global realities, a student should consider gaining international experience. During fall 2010, I chose to spend a semester in Heidenheim, Germany
Dublin: Equal Parts History and Entertainment
This past fall, I spent four months in Ireland’s capital studying abroad. Dublin cannot be described or pinned down in one or two words. It is known for its lively nightlife, friendly locals and plethora of pints but Dublin’s history is equally rich.
A Day of Enchantment in San Gimignano, Tuscany
I wake up in a castle. Outside my rock-lined windowsill runs a path worn raw over hundreds of years of suitors and surreptitious runners alike. Their winding road leads them into a sheltering canopy of rustic oak.
Picking Up Women in Egypt
I’ve heard many times, even from the most seasoned women travelers, that they have hesitations about traveling to Egypt. Worries about sanitation, the differences of how women are viewed and the most common concern, “what should I wear!”
