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Thursday, February 17, 2011
Tuesday, December 28, 2010
Traveling this winter
As for most Christmases, I flew home to Wiesbaden, Germany to visit my mom. Luckily I flew on December 15., right ahead of the snow storm that hit Europe and now has seemingly traveled across the Atlantic to the East Coast (obviously I know this isn't the same storm, but it is fun to imagine).
Tomorrow, we are flying to Barcelona for New Years and I am hoping that the weather is, yet again, on my side. This will be my first trip to Barcelona and I am very excited for: slightly warmer weather, speaking Spanish (and learning some Catalan), seeing the beauty of the city and people and most of all to capture everything I can through the lens of my Nikon D80!!!!
I wish you all a safe and happy New Years.
Tomorrow, we are flying to Barcelona for New Years and I am hoping that the weather is, yet again, on my side. This will be my first trip to Barcelona and I am very excited for: slightly warmer weather, speaking Spanish (and learning some Catalan), seeing the beauty of the city and people and most of all to capture everything I can through the lens of my Nikon D80!!!!
I wish you all a safe and happy New Years.
Monday, November 22, 2010
Bienvenidos a Panama
Panama is one of my favorite places to visit because it's such a beautiful country. It also helps that I have family there.
Check out my latest post for Being Latino that shows great images of this must-see country.
Check out my latest post for Being Latino that shows great images of this must-see country.
Tuesday, November 9, 2010
Traveling Alone
Have you ever traveled by yourself to a place you really wanted to visit?
Some might think it weird to travel alone, just as they might think it weird to go out to dinner or to the movies by yourself. I know of people who have traveled by themselves and have thoroughly enjoyed the experience. They were able to experience things and meet other people they may not have had they traveled with friends or family.
You may ask why would people travel alone. It may simply be the fact that no one else wants to go to the same place you do or may not be able to afford it. But should that be a reason to not go? Here are some benefits to traveling without a companion.
These thoughts were inspired by the following video:
Some might think it weird to travel alone, just as they might think it weird to go out to dinner or to the movies by yourself. I know of people who have traveled by themselves and have thoroughly enjoyed the experience. They were able to experience things and meet other people they may not have had they traveled with friends or family.
You may ask why would people travel alone. It may simply be the fact that no one else wants to go to the same place you do or may not be able to afford it. But should that be a reason to not go? Here are some benefits to traveling without a companion.
These thoughts were inspired by the following video:
Monday, November 8, 2010
Why do you travel?
After a short break, I'm back to explore the world of travel even further and will open with the question of why you travel.
That is the ultimate question. There is no doubt that travel is enjoyable. It gives us the time to get away from ins and out of daily life and to experience a whole new world.
But what is your actual goal for traveling? I have nothing against relaxing on a beautiful beach that can be considered paradise, but there is more to traveling than taking all you can get for your money.
While you are taking and experiencing, what mark are you leaving on the place you're visiting? Do you make the ever effort to speak the native language and learn the customs? Are you aware of important issues and events taking place?
Or if you're on business, do you have the time to get outside of your hotel - even if only for a 20 minute walk?
That is the ultimate question. There is no doubt that travel is enjoyable. It gives us the time to get away from ins and out of daily life and to experience a whole new world.
But what is your actual goal for traveling? I have nothing against relaxing on a beautiful beach that can be considered paradise, but there is more to traveling than taking all you can get for your money.
While you are taking and experiencing, what mark are you leaving on the place you're visiting? Do you make the ever effort to speak the native language and learn the customs? Are you aware of important issues and events taking place?
Or if you're on business, do you have the time to get outside of your hotel - even if only for a 20 minute walk?
Monday, September 20, 2010
Oktoberfest in the USA
As mentioned in my post about Oktoberfest in Germany, it is possible to celebrate this festival within the U.S. Many cities, breweries or bars host events.
In La Crosse, Wisconsin the fest is recreated as it can be experience in Germany. Philadelphia, a city proud of its micro brews will not leave you dry with Free sampling of German beers at Bell Beverage on Sept. 24, McGillan's month-long celebration which started on Sept. 2.
Not only does Philly celebrate Oktberfest, but Sept. 16 also marks the start of Philly Beer Week, which is actually a 10-day celebration of the acclaimed "Best Beer-Drinking City in America".
For other festivals across the U.S. check out this top 10 list of events.
In La Crosse, Wisconsin the fest is recreated as it can be experience in Germany. Philadelphia, a city proud of its micro brews will not leave you dry with Free sampling of German beers at Bell Beverage on Sept. 24, McGillan's month-long celebration which started on Sept. 2.
Not only does Philly celebrate Oktberfest, but Sept. 16 also marks the start of Philly Beer Week, which is actually a 10-day celebration of the acclaimed "Best Beer-Drinking City in America".
For other festivals across the U.S. check out this top 10 list of events.
Sunday, September 19, 2010
The right luggage
An important part of traveling is choosing the type of luggage that suits your trip, you and your budget. With the plethora of luggage types available it can be a daunting task (as is any shopping trip) to choose the right one if you don't know what you're looking for.
Personally, my favorite is the Samsonite Spinner. These pieces have four wheels instead of the regular two and allow for easier transport. However, traveling over cobblestone or through snow is not the easiest. Second in ine to the spinners would have to be duffel bags, which I feel allow for easy packing. If you risk making you bag heavy it is also possible to find duffel bags with wheels.
How to pick the right luggage offers some great advice as does this eHow article.
What is your favorite piece to travel with?
Safe travels.
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