Posts by: Nicolette
Sinterklaas: Dutch Holiday Memories
Re-sharing this post about the Sinterklaas holiday in the Netherlands.
Photography & Culture
We’ve all been there. That moment when… the sun sets beautifully, the light falls perfectly to create a neat shape on a building, or when you catch a friend or family member in mid-laugh. A
Holiday Travel: #CultureTravChat
My favorite time of the year is about a week away: Christmas with my family. Over the years, where we’ve celebrated has varied. When we still lived in Europe, we would often either travel to
Revisiting Destinations
Do you ever reminisce about a place you visited years ago? Do you get nostalgic thinking about specific moments during your travels? Do you know recognize the feeling of excitement and adventure of exploring somewhere
Travel Wellness
Getting ready for your next vacation – whether it’s a long-distance excursion, a cross-country road trip, a cruise, or even a weekend trip – is very exciting.Travel should be fun, but for some, it can sometimes be
Taste of Travel Menu
Fresh mozzarella, tomato, basil and balsamic vinegar on ciabatta. My Polish grandma’s chicken noodle soup. A warm freshly-baked French baguette with butter. Homemade sauerkraut and mushroom pierogies. Fresh seafood served during a beach trip… …There’s nothing quite
Travel And Religion: #CultureTravChat
“This is my simple religion. There is no need for temples; no need for complicated philosophy. Our own brain, our own heart is our temple; the philosophy is kindness.” – Dalai Lama. Politics, religion and
Travel Preferences: What’s Your Style?
Whether you’re a seasoned traveler, a part-time traveler (like I am), or beginning to explore, travel has something for everyone. Maybe you prefer guided tours where you stick with a group and explore historic sites and
Childhood Travel Memories on #CultureTravChat
There’s something magical about traveling when you’re a child. You take in new impressions, foreign smells, and distant, colorful landscapes with this sense of adventure. You have a perspective that’s not yet tainted by any
8 Great Travel Bloggers Share Their Travel Advice
Travel is one of the most enriching life experiences. It gives us an opportunity to explore new lands, to experience different cultures, to try things, to taste foreign foods, to meet new people, and to