Recent posts

• Lederhosen… what’s that?
  Europe, German
  July 7, 2024
  It’s Oktoberfest in Munchen, Germany. You walk through the sardine-packed people who crowd around stand-up tables. Around you – Bratwurste sizzle on the grill, beer is handed out at lightning […]
• The Dark Ages and Nazis – A Cultural History of German Christmas Markets
  Europe, German
  January 14, 2024
  Christmas markets are exactly like snow globes. Don’t believe me? Grab your nearest snow globe and look inside. For the most part, you’ll see a perfect Christmas scene: friendly snow falling on merry […]
• The town that didn’t get bombed
  Europe, German
  November 18, 2023
  My alarm clock jolted my body awake and shocked me out of bed. I quickly got dressed and packed my bag with an extra warm jacket and a water bottle – I was ready. The day finally came. Today I […]
• Is Bangladesh a True Democracy?
  Academic
  November 14, 2023
  The concept of democracy, celebrated for its promise of freedom, accountability, and active citizen participation, stands as one of the cornerstones of modern governance. Yet, the label of a […]
• History Comes Alive
  Academic, Europe, German
  September 20, 2023
  By walking past gothic cathedrals on medieval cobbled paths, you get an ancient feeling. Look around. Can you imagine the little food market at the foot of the Cathedral as what it was when the […]
• Banana Pudding and College Football: Welcome to the South
  North America, United States
  September 10, 2023
  The South. Florida swamps filled with gators and Georgia peach tree orchards. Tennessee’s smooth whiskey and the University of Alabama’s football team. The term “the south” encompasses a lot. From […]
• Bolivia and Llama Fetuses
  South America
  August 12, 2023
  I was thrilled to be in Bolivia again. Having had a particularly pleasant day, I now calmly walked down the street. Turning the corner into a market – I was stunned. Immediately in front of me, […]
• Experiencing the Colorado Outdoors
  North America, United States
  July 31, 2023
  Colorado, well known for its outdoor-loving people, has its fair share of natural beauty. Red Rocks, the Rocky Mountains, and Colorado’s various rivers and lakes are simply gorgeous. Outside big […]
• The United States’ superpower: diversity
  United States
  June 26, 2023
  From North to South, East to West the United States covers 3.8 million square miles. To accompany its impressive size, the U.S. boasts 332 million citizens. These Americans are quite different from […]
• What makes South America special?
  South America
  June 19, 2023
  South America can only be described as a land of extremes. Containing the world’s highest navigable body of water, the world’s largest salt flat, the world’s most diverse ecosystems… the list […]
• The Belt and Road Initiative: Unveiling the Debate on Chinese Influence
  Academic
  June 12, 2023
  Introduction: In an interconnected world, global economic integration has become increasingly vital  for fostering growth, stability, and prosperity. The Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), proposed […]
• 9 Resources to Make Learning German Simple and Fun
  Europe, German, Language
  June 6, 2023
  I recently started learning German and well, it’s not easy. Though, I’ve found some resources that have helped me so far. In this post, I’d like to share them so they can hopefully help you too! […]
• A Telepathic Gorilla that Teaches… Philosophy??
  Academic, Book review, North America
  May 28, 2023
  I think I’ve found a new favorite book.  I love when a book is fun but also has an interesting story that deals with important or profound ideas.  Ishmael does both elegantly.  plot Ishmael, a giant […]
• How to effortlessly Integrate in a New Culture
  Europe, North America, South America, Travel
  May 19, 2023
  Everyone knows how to be a tourist, but if you want to make a deeper connection with a new culture, you gotta do a little extra work.  Requiring an open mind, learning about a new culture can be life […]
• How to travel as a teen
  North America, Travel
  May 8, 2023
  Becoming an adult comes with the independence needed to travel and have a say on where you live and/or study. But what about teens that want to travel – teens who want to study and live in […]
• Brexit… What’s that?
  Academic, Europe
  April 28, 2023
  Literally, Brexit is the combination of the words Britain and exit.  This colloquial term is used to describe the United Kingdom departure from the European Union in January, 2020. This came as […]
• How To Effectively Choose A Language To Learn
  Language, North America
  April 22, 2023
  So you want to learn a language. The only problem is… you don’t know which one?! Well, depending on the language you already speak, there are some languages that will be easier to learn than others. […]
• Top 3 Full Ride Scholarships to Study Abroad in High school
  North America, Travel
  April 16, 2023
  Are you a high schooler interested in studying abroad? Maybe you’re a parent tired of your kid? Whichever it may be, this is the post for you! A little bit of context… I’ve been accepted […]
• 3 French youtube channels and podcasts to learn French right now
  Europe, French, Language
  April 7, 2023
  Learning French is hard. Luckily, there are plenty of podcasts and Youtube channels available so you can have a smooth French learning experience!  I swear by the value in podcasts and youtube […]
• 5 Reasons you Should Visit Bolivia Right Now
  South America, Travel
  March 28, 2023
  Ok… I know I’m a little biased, but I’m telling you, Bolivia is one of a kind! Growing up in Bolivia, I’ve been able to experience its beauty and I want the same for you! From the […]
• 5 Reasons you Should Learn Spanish Right Now
  Language, South America, Spanish
  March 23, 2023
  Do you want to learn Spanish, but just can’t seem to get over the initial motivational hump?  Fear not! These 5 reasons to learn Spanish are sure to ignite your inner Spanish learning flame! […]
• In one Word: Amazing
  Book review, North America
  March 17, 2023
  “So, I love you because the entire universe conspired to help me find you.” – Paulo Coelho            By far my favorite book, The […]
• Race in Latin America
  Academic, South America
  March 11, 2023
  Indigenous Peruvian women Race has always been a strong political, religious, and linguistic influence throughout the world, but especially in Latin America. This comes from the extremely diverse […]
• Living Abroad: From the Perspective of a Teen
  North America, South America, Travel
  March 2, 2023
  “Bolivia? Is that in Europe?” Giving geography lessons to my friends in middle school was the last thing I thought I’d be doing once I moved back to the U.S. I enjoyed it though, as it always let me […]
• Books About Beetles are Weird
  Book review, North America
  March 2, 2023
  “He found himself transformed right there in his bed into some sort of monstrous insect.” Yes you read that right, an insect.  Franz Kafka’s acclaimed novel The Metamorphosis begins with […]
• What School Didn’t Teach you in Spanish Class
  Language, South America, Spanish
  February 28, 2023
  “I took 3 years of Spanish, but I can’t speak any.” That sound familiar? I’m a native Spanish speaker, and when I’ve tried to get my friends to talk to me in Spanish, they could never do it! […]