Candombe

Candombe is a traditional Afro-uruguayan dance form accompanied by drumming. It is considered one of the most important cultural legacies of the Afro-uruguayan people, and of Uruguay as a whole.

Living in Colombia: Reflections After Almost One Year

My nine months in Medellín, Colombia have been full of adventures and opportunities to learn new things. Let me tell you about some of the most important takeaways I've gained so far! 

Sights and Smells of Maastricht

The Netherlands has many nature reserves, however, down south where I live, we don't have those. So, I went on a wonderful walk around Maastricht to share the sights and smells of the city with you.

Creating Community

Living in another country is not always easy when your everyday life is so different than what you are used to. But learning the language and making friends can help you feel at home!

Burning of Donostia - San Sebastián

Over 200 years ago, the city of San Sebastián was set on fire in a battle. The fire burned for days. People in this Spanish city remember this event every year with a special festival.

La Laguna (The Lagoon) in Santa Rosa

Argentina has so much nature and unique environments to offer! Check out my "Nature" photo album for many more photos and information.

First Birthdays in Korea

The first birthday of a baby is very important in Korean culture, so a special celebration called a doljanchi takes place. During the doljanchi, the baby is blessed and his or her future is predicted!

Island of Sushi and Ramen

Food is a necessity wherever you go. Culture and geography play a big part in what ingredients are available and what types of food are made. Let's read about some of Japan's food!

Jeju Island

Jeju Island is one of South Korea's most popular tourist destinations and it is home to a special type of tangerine, the hallabong orange!

Running of the Bulls

Spain is full of colorful traditions, from Flamenco to bull fighting. The one I learned about this week was the incredible "Running of the Bulls" festival in Pamplona.

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