The United States truly is a melting pot of ethnicities and cultures that have been trickling into this land for centuries. One of the great strengths of America is its cultural diversity, which it owes to Native American tribes and a long history of immigration. A single city can be home to dozens of pockets of unique cultures, that include specific cuisine, customs and holidays. When planning your next va ...

If you are looking for a deliciously different holiday destination, then you are probably thinking with your stomach. If the world is your oyster (or other favourite shellfish) then here are a few ideas to get your juices flowing… Japan – the home of all things raw and beautifully presented, Japan constitutes an incredible cultural experience for westerners, especially when you venture off the beaten track. ...

In 2010 I adventured off to the west coast for the first time. I always dreamed of visiting Vancouver Island and heard so much about its beauty. But since I only had the time to visit Victoria I never got the chance to really see the charm and magnificence city of Vancouver. Knowing how expensive it is to travel within Canada, I always seem to avoid Canadian trips and usually decided on an international adv ...

Even if you're not a wine junkie, you most probably know that South Africa is one of the top new world wine producer. If you didn't, well now you know! South Africa was introduced to wine when the Dutch arrived in South Africa. The first vineyard was introduced in Constantia which is the closest vineyard to Cape Town, perfect for a one day trip if you're tight on time. Otherwise, you can visit Stellenbosch ...

It was a random Friday night when my boyfriend and were looking for a BYOW restaurant. After looking for restaurants online, we fell on Akwaba restaurant, only a few minutes from our place, and of course, a BYOW restaurant. The best part of this research is that not only was it a BYOW restaurant but it was also an African restaurant with Greek fusion. Odd mix, you're thinking right? That's what we thought b ...

Experienced travellers will know that there's nothing worse than insulting a particular custom or tradition, but thankfully, by learning a little bit about travel etiquette, it's easy to avoid this predicament. Instead of horrifying your hosts, aim to impress by being aware of cultural differences and respecting them, especially when it comes to eating and drinking. One of the greatest pleasures of travelli ...

It wasn’t until yesterday, where I decided to experience Canada’s largest annual community event, the CNE (Canadian National Exhibition). Before even entering the fair, my first thoughts were fried food. I always thought that the CNE was just about trying the up-most craziest fried food there is to experience. Yes, it’s mostly true, but there is also much more than just experiencing the variety of commercia ...

Any time, any day, the Okanagan Valley offers an abundance of activities and attractions for everyone. But what is so amazing about this place is the amount of wineries you can chose from. There are over 20 different wineries to stubble upon and most of them are family owned businesses that have been around for centuries. You can easily take a mini trip and ditch everything, even your car and just bike arou ...

India is a phenomenal country that’s still relatively unspoiled by the tourist industry. Flights to India are relatively cheap, but accommodation can be pricey. However, the savvy traveller can easily find cheap accommodation by forgoing the expensive resorts and choosing backpacking. Backpacking in India is a truly unforgettable experience and although the country is generally quite safe if you don’t keep ...

A few years ago, when a major heat wave swept through Europe, many people were running around to find ways to stay cool. As for me, I was In England at the time, visiting a few family members. Even though I love the heat, the weather in England was getting to me. So as it turned out, my extended family would avoid using the oven and always cook chill meals for dinner and lunch. So below is a recipe that I f ...