Local Culture
Instinct & Travel Safety
People often tell you to follow your instinct. Listen to your “gut” about an emotion or a situation you’re experiencing. That same instinct can help when you’re traveling distant lands, or even when exploring somewhere local.
The Need for Connectivity
They’re different for all of us. We have our morning rituals. Some of us exercise and shower, we have a healthy breakfast or skip breakfast altogether, we head to work, class or work from home,
Photo of the Week: Fall in Brooklyn
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Sinterklaas: Dutch Holiday Memories
Childhood heroes carry a lot of great memories with them. Santa Claus, and the Easter Bunny (maybe even the Tooth Fairy) are often associated with family, togetherness and happiness. Growing up in the Netherlands, we
Reflections on 2013
Happy New Year! It’s a few days into 2014 and I wanted to take a moment to reflect on 2013. What a year it was. Like any year, 2013 had its ups and downs. For
The 2014: iWISH Project
Do you have any special wishes for 2014? Are you hoping for improvement in national or local politics? Want to take a stand on a national or world issue? Wish to create cultural awareness for
2014: iWish Project Videos
I’m happy and very grateful to announce the first few submissions for the 2014: iWish project! So far, many people have been very excited about this project, and I urge everyone who is thinking about
iWish 2014 Videos: Personal Empowerment
As the videos keep streaming in, I want to share the next few inspiring wishes. I urge everyone who is thinking about submitting to just do it (sorry, Nike)! This project is open to everyone,
New 2014: iWish Videos!
I’m very excited to share all these new wishes! Many thanks for all the great contributions! The goal of this project is to give many people a voice to share their biggest hopes and dreams
New iWishes!
Thanks so much to everyone who sent in their wishes for 2014! It’s great to hear your take on what you find most important! Do you want to send your wish? Just think of something
Hong Kong: Why Visit This Food Capital?
Today’s Culture with Travel post is by Roxana Oliver If you’re a passionate globetrotter who wants to peek into every corner of the world, we can say that we definitely understand your aspirations! The truth is that
An Evening with Fattoria Betti: A Tuscan Winery
Today’s Culture with Travel post is by our founder, Nicolette Orlemans. A big thank you to Tuscan winery, Fattoria Betti, for inviting me to a special wine tasting and dinner event in Brooklyn. Many years ago,
3 Famous Art Pieces You Can Only See In The Netherlands
Today’s Culture with Travel post is by Leigh Marcos The one thing that connects every culture to one another around the world is art. Historically, not all great artists were appreciated in their time. Today,
St. Petersburg’s Banyas: Purify Body and Soul
Today’s Culture with Travel post is by a traveler under the pseudonym, MyBooks&Roads The banya, or bathhouse, is among the oldest of Russian traditions dating back several centuries. The word banya is of Greek origin
My Unofficial, Semi-Definitive Guide to Scottsdale
Today’s Culture with Travel post is by Jayson Goetz So, you’ve just arrived at Sky Harbor airport for the weekend, and are noting the Native American designs that we have along the walls of our
On California’s Hornblower Cruises – And A Cocktail
By Kevin Wilkerson, Culture With Travel California Correspondent You don’t hear the champagne corks pop because the glasses are all poured by the time you step on board. So you either grab one or are
How to Visit Strasbourg in Summer
Today’s Culture with Travel post is by Steven Guilbert Considered to be the heart of Europe and one of France’s biggest cities, Strasbourg is well known for its unique architectural style and for the beauty
Company Retreats: Travel to a Different Country
Today’s Culture with Travel post is by Sarah Kearns Company retreats have lots of benefits both for the employees and for the business. It’s a great opportunity to try and get through some large agenda
Hostelling International NYC: Giving Back to the Community
Today’s Culture with Travel post is by Nicolette Orlemans, Culture With Travel founder Since I live in New York City, I often get questions from visiting friends and family members who are in the planning
World’s Must-See National Parks – Infographic
Today’s Culture with Travel post is by Helen Travel is such a wonderful experience – it opens the mind; it encourages you to see things from different perspectives and of course, it allows you to
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