I have spent the last few days in a furious rage about a horrific decision from the supreme court that negatively affects half of the American population, puts the lives of countless women and girls in danger, and has us sliding back in time, here in America. So let’s lay it out and share resources for next steps - and in the words of Gloria Steinem: “There is no democracy without the right to chose”.
Read MoreSummer is here and it’s time to channel Martha Stewart, Ina Garten and more to find delicious summer cocktails - we could all use one (or five).
Read MoreThe number of American expats moving abroad continue to grow, and in my most recent trip to Spain and Italy, I was running into them left and right. From retirees to digital nomads to people running companies remotely, there are more options than ever. Let’s discuss.
Read MoreWith the word turning remote, the last few year has offered more opportunities than ever to live somewhere new on special stay visas across Europe, and the world.
Read MoreWhile women and girls make up half of the world population, education is sadly not of equal access. There are a number of campaigns and organizations trying to tip the scales.
Read MoreWe have the time, let’s brush up our language skills
Read MoreIn one of my last pieces for Conde Nast Traveler, I contributed to their “50 States, 50 Cuisines: The Food Worth Traveling For in Every State”
Read MoreAmerica is at a tipping point. And it’s overdue.
Read MoreNew Year, new travel reading list: Happy reading, exploring, and remember “Perhaps travel cannot prevent bigotry, but by demonstrating that all peoples cry, laugh, eat, worry, and die, it can introduce the idea that if we try and understand each other, we may even become friends.” ~ Maya Angelou
Read MoreWith roughly 1 in 4 American students having participated in a climate change protest, and the millions around the world who marched in solidarity with Swedish teen activist Greta Thurnberg recently, the kids - burdened with the mess older generations have made - are taking charge and definitely alright.
Read MoreToday is International Women’s Day and there are so many incredible individuals - past & present - to celebrate, along with supporting those coming up behind us. With so many female trailblazers throughout history, I thought I would share some historical female adventurers who made an impact.
Read MoreI’ve recently had some friends in Canada and the UK look at me incredulously when I mention the multiple cities I have lived in, so I explained how America differs in terms of mobility.
Read MoreChef José Andrés and his World Central Kitchen is truly doing God’s work. When government’s flailed, fought and generally did not provide, WCK was there.
Read MoreI never miss an opportunity to hear someone’s story – especially from someone that I admire – so I leapt at the chance to interview Bozoma Saint John at the WeWork Global summit this week in Los Angeles.
Read MoreAs we are on the cusp of a fresh new year, let’s explore how different cultures celebrate New Year’s Eve around the world.
Read MoreDia de los Muertos is one of my favorite cultural events of the year, which falls on October 31-November 2nd. Learn more about the wonderful Mexican tradition and holiday here.
Read MoreWith Oktoberfest right around the corner, you have likely seen local pubs & restaurants around the world ready to embrace the event. But if you really want to experience it in all of its cultural splendor, you need to go to the source: Germany.
Read MoreToday we honor Indigenous People’s Day: There are currently over 5 million Native Americans and 573 tribes here. Let us we honor their history and culture.
Read MoreAside from pouring over travel magazines and maps for most of my life, books and movies have ultimately inspired my travels near and far. Having just read a couple of new gems, I thought it was a good time to round up some travel literature classics along with recent faves.
Read MoreWhen it comes to individual cultures, one can always look to the local food to uniquely reflect it. Afterall, as the late, great Anthony Bourdain stated “Walk in someone else’s shoes. Or at least eat their food. It’s a plus for everybody.”
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