A Culture of Compartir

I have experienced many Colombian traditions and holidays, but the rituals and practices making up every day life have impacted me the most. Let's learn about the culture of generosity in Colombia.

Accra Runs on Tro-tros!

Do you know what a tro-tro is? If you are interested to find out more about this type of transportation often used in Ghana, read on!

Bear Paradise: The Cantabrian Brown Bear and Conservation Efforts in Asturias

Discover the natural paradise of Asturias through the eyes of an endangered species, the Cantabrian brown bear. 

Hot Sauna, Cold Plunge: A Swedish Tradition

In Sweden, people warm up in wood-fired saunas and then plunge into cold water! I tried this tradition at Tanto Bastu and learned about its possible health benefits. 

Australia’s Favorite Cuddly Animal: Koalas

Learn more about koalas, which is Australia's favorite cuddly animal.

A Week in Costa Rica

With almost a month at my site, I have had the opportunity to begin exploring and meeting new potential project partners. Each part of Costa Rica has so much to offer. 

Castle and Chateau Culture!

Despite its small size, the Czech Republic has one of the largest collections of castles and chateaus in the world. These properties display centuries of history and Czech culture. 

A Q&A with Darren Liu

Get to know Darren Liu! In this firsthand interview, you'll learn about his hobbies, what a day in his life looks like and what it's like going to school in China. 

The Festivities of San Mateo

Explore the culture of Logroño as I share the weeklong festivities of San Mateo! 

Happy Dashain!

It is currently Dashain, Nepal's main festival, which will last for 15 days. While Kathmandu is very empty, it is still full of celebrations and devotion!

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