Exploring different diasporas around the globe is a preferred hobby of mine. I have a strong interest in migration patterns, and learning about why people choose (or are forced) to leave a place in exchange for another is not only interesting, but a great way to practice empathy. So, when I heard there was a …
There’s arguably no cooler way to explore a new country than through a day trip. I was able to see Uruguay from Argentina by taking a ferry for the day, I walked to Paraguay from Brazil, and I’ve even gotten to see places like Turkïye on a long layover. So, when I found myself in …
Not all small towns in Italy are created equally, and no one makes that case as true as the charming Emilia Romagna town of Ferrara. Making for an easy day trip from either nearby Bologna, Venice, or even Milan, Ferrara is a UNESCO World Heritage protected city with Byzantine-influence, and offers a unique side of …
If you have a direct family member who was born in Italy, there’s a good chance you’re aware that you just might be eligible for Italian citizenship. But… beginning the process of learning, to finding documents that are over 100 years old, to fully understanding Italian law can be daunting. After five years of trying …
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When I took an African road trip from South Africa to Zimbabwe in April 2024, I was most excited for our final stop: Victoria Falls. Spoiler alert, the Falls did not disappoint. I was fortunate to travel with Exodus Adventure Travels (who I’d highly recommend for planning an African getaway so you don’t have to …
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If you’re headed to Tbilisi, Georgia, you’re in for a real treat. The city is filled with culturally exciting activities, from exploring massive cathedrals to eating hearty khinkali and khachapuri. But even in a city as bustling as Tbilisi, perhaps the best thing to do there is enjoy a traditional Georgian bathhouse. I hardly knew …
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Don’t get me wrong; I love Florence, Italy. But over the years, the excessive crowds have managed to take away from Florence’s natural charm. Not to mention, in a post-pandemic world, the prices in Florence have at least tripled since I first visited back in 2017. That’s not to say that Florence should be skipped …
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“I’m from Georgia,” my coworker said to me when I was a bartender back in 2016. And no, not the peachy Georgia, the country Georgia. Georgia stayed on my mind since that conversation, and it would come to the forefront when I started writing about restaurants in New York City and reviewed Ubani Cafe, a …
Long gone are the days where only wine can perfectly compliment a meal; and while you might only associate sake with sushi and udon, it’s time to open your mind and expand the delicious Japanese spirit to other cuisines. For the month of February, you can head to The Golden Swan to try this phenomenal …
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You or probably several people you know have been to Jamaica, Dominican Republic, the Bahamas, maybe even Saint Lucia. But do you know anyone who has been to Dominica? Dominica is a truly off-the-beaten path destination, with only three direct flights from mainland USA per week (American Airlines out of Miami), with most other flights …
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