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Learning about other cultures isn’t only a great way to discover more about the world; it’s also a great opportunity to introduce yourself to new foods, beliefs, and practices that can better your life. Meditation, for example, is an ancient practice that originates from Eastern cultures, but has been embraced by people all over the world. In the most general…
Severe smog has blanked the city of Shanghai and other nearby cities, causing delays and cancellations in airports and schools throughout the area. According to CNN, officials in Shanghai have issued the strictest health warning and are urging locals to stay indoors as the air quality index tops 500. To put that number into perspective, levels above 300 are considered…
Since the dawn of modern business travel, the United States has spent more on business travel than any other nation. But soon – very, very soon – China will surpass the U.S. as the busiest business travel country. A new study by the Global Business Travel Association (GBTA) shows that Chinese business travel is skyrocketing. Thanks to a surging economy,…
Travelers to China need to be aware of a major smog alert in the northern part of the country. Reuters reports that Chinese officials have pretty much shut down one of their major cities, Harbin in Heilongjiang province, due to ridiculously heavy smog. The index that measures particulate matter in the air clocked in at 1,000 today. A level above…
You may have heard – the U.S. government shut down this week. Putting politics aside, let’s take a look at what that means for travelers. If you’re traveling in the States, federal parks and monuments are closed for the time being. At the New York Times, Stephanie Rosenbloom reports that you’ll still be able to get your passport or visa,…
Hurricane season is here, and hit with tremendous force in Mexico this week, wreaking havoc and stranding travelers in and around Acapulco. Hurricane Manuel was the third storm to smash into Mexico in just a few days, causing severe flooding, which led to mudslides. CNN reports that at least 80 people are reported dead, and many more are still missing.…
Dumplings are served and eaten as a mainstay all over China. Eaten at any meal, any time of day, as a starter or as the main event, dumplings in China come in all shapes, sizes, and varieties. Whether for a fancy holiday celebration dinner, or a casual roadside breakfast, dumplings always fit the occasion. Many families have specific, fancy ways…
As you certainly know by now, The U.S. State Department issued global travel advisories due to terror threats in the Middle East, emanating from Yemen. The U.S. has closed down its embassies in multiple countries due to the threat, meaning that if you travel to Yemen or Pakistan and trouble erupts, there’s no embassy to run to right now. So…
When it comes to drinks, tea is one of the most popular in the world -- and there are tons of reasons why so many people love it. For one, it’s good for your health. Tea can ease your digestive system, lower your risk of cancer and disease, and help you wind down at the end of the day (Sleepytime…
