Posts Tagged ‘culture’
10 Greek Islands To Visit During Shoulder Season
If you haven’t booked your summer vacation yet, don’t fret. While most people go away in June, July and August, a trip to the Greek Islands is actually a great destination in September and October. Visitors will still enjoy the beautiful, balmy weather and warm, azure waters while also getting away from the crowds and…Read more...
Getting Out Of Quito, Ecuador: Day, Weekend and Weeklong Excursions
While Quito, Ecuador, offers many opportunities for Inca history, diverse architecture, and trendy restaurants, my favorite part about visiting this busy city during was its side trips. In less than three hours you can be hiking through waterfall-filled forests, climbing one of the world’s tallest volcanoes, browsing an important cultural market and even standing in…Read more...
8 Websites Offering Unique Tours Around The World
While it can be worthwhile booking a tour through a big-name company when traveling, it can get boring seeing a new city in the same old fashion. To do something off beat and interesting, these companies are offering unique tours and activities created and led by locals. Gidsy A marketplace for local and unusual experiences,…Read more...
10 Quirky Taboos From Around The World
Did you know there are actually rules on how to use chop sticks in Asian countries? Or that in some places it is considered unsanitary and disrespectful to eat with your left hand? And you thought packing was stressful! Use this as a guide to steer clear of heckling, embarrassment, offending the dead, and having…Read more...
Exploring The Largest Ancient City In Mexico
In the state of Puebla, you’ll find the largest ancient city in Mexico, and possibly even Mesoamerica. Cantona, or “house of the sun,” was home to the Olemec people. Their golden age was from 700 to 900 AD, with their wealth coming from making objects from obsidian, and selling them to surrounding villages. While they’ve…Read more...
Puebla, Mexico: The World’s Only City To Make Talavera Ceramics
When visiting the culturally rich city of Puebla on a trip to Mexico, one unique excursion is to visit the Talavera Santa Catarina ceramics factory in the Cholula area. Puebla is the only state in the world to have an origin of denomination dealing with ceramics. Talavera pottery is named after the city of Talavera…Read more...
11 Things Learned About Brazilian Culture From Visiting
Here are some of things I learned about Brazil culture after spending time in the country. I recommend exploring local culture when visiting!Read more...
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