Posts Tagged: Philippines
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
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
Dance Revolution
Whenever fitness is brought up in conversation, it is usually met with great enthusiasm, or people cringe at the idea. Growing up, field hockey was one of my favorites with its focus on skill, teamwork,
A Slice of Home
Amsterdam, Netherlands. With rain hanging over Boston all weekend, it reminded me of the wet weather in my home country. Holland will always have a piece of my heart. What are some of your favorite cities?
Young Ugandan Journalist
Meet Jackee Batanda. The London Times headlined her among “19 women shaping the future of Africa.” She’s an editor for the Global Press Institute, and a research and writing fellow at the African Centre for
Cultural Music Community
Last Sunday afternoon, mom and I embarked on a road trip. We were off to see world-famous cellist Yo-Yo Ma and his Silk Road Ensemble at Tanglewood music festival in Lenox, Massachusetts. Yo-Yo Ma was
Famous Writers on Travel: Part II
American writer and painter, Henry Miller, once said, “One’s destination is never a place, but a new way of seeing things.” Miller wrote one famous travel letter Aller Retour New York on his visit to
Celebrating Independence
“Democracy is the government of the people, by the people, for the people”- – Pres. Abraham Lincoln “Ask not what your country can do for you. Ask what you can do for your country.” –
Climbing Away
A breath of fresh air, the ability to enjoy ‘peace and quiet’ with family and friends, and healthy exercise. These are all perks of hiking. ZAKOPANE, POLAND My fascination with hiking began when I was
The Culture of the Siesta
It happens to all of us. We finish lunch and get ready to return to work. Then it hits you: the post-lunch midday slump. In some cultures, it is completely acceptable to doze off after lunch. Siestas
Visit Boracay For 6 Compelling Reasons
Today’s guest post is by Jason Garcia French author and Nobel Prize laureate André Gide once said that “man cannot discover new oceans unless he has the courage to lose sight of the shore.” For
Ilocos Sur, Philippines: The Heritage Province
Today’s guest post is by Samuel Calvo Ilocos Sur is a province in the Philippines located in the Ilocos Region in Luzon. Ilocos Sur was founded by the Spanish conquistador, Juan de Salcedo in 1572.
Storytellers JB and Renée | WillFlyForFood.net
This week on Culture with Travel, an interview with travel couple, JB and Renée of Will Fly For Food, as they speak about culture and food in the Philippines. Tell us a bit about yourself! Why do
Storyteller Estan Cabigas | Langyaw.com
We’re delighted to share our new Culture with Travel interview series featuring travelers sharing their authentic local perspectives on their respective countries. The first interview is with Estan Cabigas, an avid traveler, a writer, blogger/digital influencer
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