In addition to the recognition of Christmas, Latvians also celebrate the winter solstice! With animal masks and fires galore, the pagan rituals of the Processions are surely a tradition to behold.
This is my farewell note, as I move to the end of my journey and return to the United States in the next week or so after nearly a year of travelling the world!
Selcouth is an old Middle English adjective that is used to describe something that is odd yet marvelous. Living in Japan, I can honestly say that the word "selcouth" sums up most of my experiences.
The Christmas Uncle of Catalonia actually has another name... the Caga Tió or Tió de Nadal. The meaning is a bit silly... keep reading to find out the translation!
I currently attend the American University of Paris, or AUP, in the 7th arrondissement. The buildings are spread out throughout the district, so attending class lets me explore!
It might seem difficult to find opportunities when you don't know where to look! When I started undergraduate studies, I didn't know, either, but hopefully now I can give all of you some pointers.
Hello young explorers and future field scientists! My name is Kelsey, and I'm part of a team that is traveling to the Southern Ocean to study clouds and precipitation. What exactly does that mean?
