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- May 4, 2012
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Shaping Cultural Experiences
Travel has been an integral part of my life since I was a young child. I grew up in a multicultural, bilingual home in the Netherlands with a Polish mother and a Dutch father. My
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- May 11, 2012
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From Nigeria to Boston
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When you first meet Oluwagbeminiyi Osidipe, you encounter a very vibrant, friendly, and unique personality. Oluwagbeminiyi or Niyi – as she shortened her name for simplicity – was named by her mother, who had a “very personal experience” when she had her, Niyi explained. Niyi is a Yoruba Nigerian transplant who arrived in the U.S. in 2006. As one of the most densely populated (West) African countries, Nigeria derives its name from the river that spans its land. To the South, it borders the Gulf of Guinea to the Atlantic Ocean. Originally colonized by the British, Nigeria gained independence in 1960. Its main ethnic groups are the Hausa, Igbo and Yoruba, who speak English and their own respective languages, while major religions include Islam, Christianity and indigenous beliefs. Niyi shares her story, her views on politics, cultural differences she’s embraced with humor, and what we can learn from each other by expressing curiosity. Her message is simple: travel enriches us through its exposure to new cultures, and enables us to grow.
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- May 19, 2012
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Pleasing The Taste Palate
Food has the wonderful quality of uniting us no matter where we are. There is nothing partisan or narrow-minded about food. It simply invites us to indulge, create recipes, and share with others. Two of my favorite Polish dishes (included in collage) are pierogies and barszcz czerwony – a beetroot soup – served on Christmas Eve in Poland. How does food bring us together? What are some of your favorite dishes and why? Can food trigger memories?
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- May 23, 2012
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Stereotypes: Truth or Fiction?
DEFINING STEREOTYPES: “An idea or statement about all of the members of a group or all the instances of a situation.” (Merriam-Webster). Stereotypes enable bias and preconceived notions to perpetuate, but can also reveal valid
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- May 29, 2012
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Annual Human Rights Report
“The world changed immeasurably over the course of 2011. Across the Middle East, North Africa, and far beyond, citizens stood up to demand respect for human dignity, more promising economic opportunities, greater political liberties, and
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- May 31, 2012
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Euro Crisis & Emerging Stereotypes
Brief Crisis Breakdown Since the onset of the global financial crisis, or Great Recession, in 2007, the Eurozone has feared impending growing global debt levels, as well as sovereign debt within European countries themselves. In
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- June 4, 2012
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Remembering Tiananmen
Today marks the 23rd anniversary of Tiananmen Square pro-democracy protests in Beijing, China. Inflation, a lack of career prospects, the fall of Eastern European communism, and political corruption, are all said to have fueled anger
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- June 7, 2012
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Coffee's Uniting Power
A cup of coffee can bridge cultural gaps. At least, that’s what Gizem Salgicil White, founder of Turkayfe.org, believes. Her organization aims to create awareness of Turkish culture, particularly within America. Gizem is a Turkish native,
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- June 11, 2012
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Soccer Culture
Soccer, or football in Europe, is a serious social and cultural connector. Fans paint their faces in country flag colors, wear uniforms, and take over bars or each other’s homes by the masses. The best
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- June 14, 2012
Tweeting for Sweden
You can “like” a Facebook status. You can “retweet” (RT) a Twitter post, because you find it interesting. You “pin” a photo to Pinterest to display your interests. And in Sweden, if you’re lucky, the
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- November 11, 2020
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Traveling off the beaten path in Cuba
Of all the places I’ve been, Cuba is the most challenging for those looking to truly get “off the beaten path” in travel. The standard tourist path is so carved out, and so far from
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- September 11, 2020
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Four Tips for Building a Cross-Cultural Family
What is the craziest, most complicated, and best thing I’ve gained from a life of travel? A new family. Several years ago, my future husband and I met while we were both living abroad in
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- Nicolette
- October 5, 2019
David Hoffmann Interview – CultureTrav
David is obsessed with travel: Meeting new people, places and experiencing new cultures. A travel host, producer and social media influencer. He started Davidsbeenhere.com because he believe that so much of what we are is
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- June 20, 2019
Trip to Australia: Expect the Unexpected
Today’s CultureTrav guest post is by Harold Australia is a top destination preference for many tourists. I know many have it on their bucket, and that is why it’s good to know what to expect
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- May 30, 2019
Exploring Northern California
Today’s CultureTrav guest post is by Trevor McDonald Redwoods, Painted Ladies, and winery tours… oh my! There’s so much to see and do in Northern California that you may feel like a whole week isn’t
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- May 29, 2019
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Essential Knowledge For Traveling To The UK
Today’s CultureTrav guest post is by Leigh Marcos By the end of January, 2019, there were 2.6 million visits to the UK from overseas residents, and with the yearly projection set to create record numbers, the United
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- May 28, 2019
How to Take an American Craft Brewery Road Trip
Today’s CultureTrav guest post is by Trevor McDonald Are you a fan of microbrews? Maybe Indiana Pale Ale (IPA) is more your thing. Either way, you can taste a mouthful –and quite the variety—on an
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- Guest Blogger
- May 28, 2019
4 Secret Adventure Destinations In Mumbai That You Didn’t Know About
Today’s CultureTrav guest post is by Mohan When life gets too monotonous, most of us turn to something different from our routine to make us feel alive again. adidas shoes on saleadidas yeezy boost 350
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- May 16, 2019
Girls’ Guide to Bali: Enjoy the Island like a Local
Bali – the island known for its dazzling shoreline, surf breaks and streets buzzing with travel highs is a sum of all its fabulous parts. Whether you are planning a trip with your friends, family
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- Nicolette
- March 14, 2019
Bar 314: Italian Brunch in Morningside Heights
Today’s CultureTrav post is by our founder, Nicolette Orlemans, who was invited to brunch by Bar 314. Let’s face it: brunch is a quintessential part of life for many New Yorkers, and with so many options
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