As an avid reader (and previous literature major), I love roaming grand libraries and tiny used bookstores – don’t you?
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Whenever possible, I try to take in a show of some variety – music, theater, dance – in a famous venue in cities around the world. Let’s explore the (many) options.
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Another sad loss for the world of food and culture with the passing of legendary L.A. Times food critic Jonathan Gold yesterday. Thank you for showcasing Los Angeles to the world, Mr Gold.
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“Beauty” is such a relative term, and one we know goes well beyond narrow, superficial categorization. So this list has more to do with some traditional self-care rituals and practices we have long seen pop up through media, exploring a wide range of multicultural interpretations.
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France had quite a celebratory weekend between Bastille Day and their World Cup win, so here are some top picks for toasting with a delicious cocktails born in Paris. Santé!
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Toronto is the fourth-largest city in North America and perhaps the most culturally diverse. So it should be of no surprise that some of the largest international festivals happen here, and I recently attended both the International Film Festival and Luminato International Arts Festival.
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Walking around a city with no particular destination is one of the best travel experiences. Immersing yourself in the sights, sounds, feel of a place yet undiscovered will often tune you into yourself again. So let’s go get lost…
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Happy Mother’s Day! We look at the many beautiful ways motherhood is honored around the globe.
It was recently World Storytelling Day, and the need to hear women’s stories, lessons and cultural experiences from around the globe has never been greater for women as cultural storytellers. So why are we not hearing about more experiences across borders?
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One of the most internationally recognized annual repertory theatre festivals happens in a charming town in Canada: Welcome to The Stratford Shakespeare Festival
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As many music fans gear up for Coachella this weekend, we thought it was a good time to pull a list together of festival and culture events from around the globe.
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As a culture lover, I visit art museums in every city I visit for inspiration. Here are some of my favorite art destinations.
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If you are looking to expand your experiences and gain global perspective through work-study-volunteer exchange, the options can be overwhelming! So we have rounded up some resources for you here.
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If you are seeking open space and art inspiration, a day visit to Storm King or Dia: Beacon is an excellent escape from NYC
Given North America has an unhealthy obsession with youth (hello, people with actual experience and wisdom are the teachers in this life), we thought we would explore how other cultures honor their elders.
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If you live in California, not doubt you have stopped at (or wanted to stop at) the infamous Hearst Castle located in San Simeon, CA. We finally figured out a great road trip plan for short getaway.
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If you are like us, you are constantly inspired by images of lands near and far through movies, books, magazines, and more. Time to revisit our favorites.
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I have mixed feelings - and new script ideas - for all of those TV Christmas Movies.
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If you are like us, and are obsessed with shows like “Who Do You Think You Are” and “Finding Your Roots”, then you no doubt are interested in ancestral travel. With the popularity of 23andme DNA tests, and websites like ancestry.com, there is no end to investigating your family roots.
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