Everyone can have a globally chic home by framing travel art purchases once they get back. While I am out wandering the globe, I keep my eyes open for artwork that represents the area I’m visiting. Bringing artistic creations back with you is usually pretty easy and the rewards are that you will be decorating […]
Vietnam
Celebrating International Women’s Day
Around the world today, many cultures and countries are celebrating International Women’s Day. Started in the United States in response to the oppression and inequality women were experiencing, a march of 15,000 women took place in New York City in 1908. The marchers were demanding better pay, shorter hours and the right to vote. Over […]
Trekking and Shopping in Sapa, Vietnam
One of my favorite things about visiting southeast Asia is the chance to learn more about the indigenous people and their culture. In Vietnam alone, there are at least 54 different ethnic groups around the country. Each has its own traditions and identifying clothing. Last March, I stayed for a few days in the Sapa, […]