TEN FUN FACTS about Liechtenstein

TEN FUN FACTS about Liechtenstein

There is something super enjoyable about saying the word “Liechtenstein” (Leeck-ten-shtine). Go ahead, say it out loud and see if you agree. Our recent tour took us to Liechtenstein, where we enjoyed a gorgeous lunch of a bright salad, traditional beef stroganoff, and...
A Unique Cultural Experience in Thailand

A Unique Cultural Experience in Thailand

The first indication that my trip to Thailand this October would be different was the email I got from my friend Noot, who lives in Chiang Mai. Would I please avoid wearing any bright colors during the week I was in Thailand, she asked.   Hmm.   Sure enough...
In Italy, Coffee is Serious Business

In Italy, Coffee is Serious Business

In Italy, coffee is serious business. Belly up to the bar (okay, maybe not too close), stand up straight, place your order confidently, and swig your drug in one swallow… just like the locals.   Remember, Italy isn’t the place to show your personal beverage...
Sharing Our Love for Cultural Connection

Sharing Our Love for Cultural Connection

    We are the travelers who select spots on the map to visit because we heard about a guy who had an interesting story to tell, or we wanted to meet the lady who has an art form that only four people in the world can duplicate. We are those people who rent...
The Lotus Flower

The Lotus Flower

When you think of understanding culture, flowers aren’t what typically come to mind. Different cuisines, yes. Unique traditions, yes. Handicrafts and arts, yes. But floating flowers like the lotus flower, no.   The lotus flower can be the size of an iPhone or...

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