Art and Culture
Conga Lines at Church in Ghana, Africa
Before going to Ghana, Africa, I had been told that I absolutely had to attend a church service as it is an amazing event. Moreover, all of the children at the home were very devote Christians, and I wanted to be a part of something that was special to them. Demet, another volunteer, and…Read more...
A Rough Journey In Naples, Italy
Getting off the train in Napoli Central in Naples, Italy, I feel a surge of excitement. Naples, Italy, is the place where my grandparents are from. Hell, half the population shares my last name of Festa. I already feel at home. I have been backpacking through Europe for a month and a half already and…Read more...
24 Hours in Sevilla, Spain
Sevilla, Spain, is an exciting place to explore either solo or with a group. While there are many sites to see, the streets are not terribly winding and confusing and you will be able to wander aimlessly, finding shops, tapas restaurants, parks, castles, and more. Bring a map and a card with your hostel’s information…Read more...
A Picnic Turned Hostile in Rome, Italy
Picnicking. Is there any better way to meet people when backpacking through Europe? My friend Lindsay and I loved buying random items at the market; cheeses, meats, crackers, fruits, wine, and then heading over to one of the piazzas or parks to mingle and people watch. Tonight was the perfect night in Florence, Italy. Not too…Read more...
Photo Essay: A Crazy Halloween in the Village, New York
Halloween in New York is by far my favorite weekend of the year. It’s so much fun getting dressed up as something totally crazy and attending dozens of themed parties all over the city. And, of course, there is the infamous parade that goes through the village. If you’re taking the train in…Read more...
1,2,3 Go! Eating Snail in Ghana, Africa
Snail hunting. It was one of the children’s favorite activities when I did a homestay in Ghana, Africa. We’d wait until dark, grab flashlights and buckets, and collect as many snails as we could find. For me, it was a way to bond with the children and help out; for them, it was a fun way…Read more...
Dingle, Ireland: The Outdoor Adventure Destination You Shouldn’t Skip
While I’m not saying you shouldn’t spend a few days in Dublin and see what all the hype is about, there are many other worthwhile destinations in Ireland that many backpackers seem to skip over. One of these places is Dingle, Ireland. And, in my opinion, it should be on every Ireland travel guide. It’s…Read more...
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