Travelling has its inherent safety risks, and each country has its own set of dangers that visitors need to know and watch out for. In general, there are safety practices that you can adopt as a traveler to minimize the risk each time you visit a foreign land.Here are five safety tips to keep your […]
Monthly Archives: January 2014
How to Be a Respectful Traveller
Customs and Etiquette in Chile When visiting a foreign country, knowing and respecting local culture and customs should always be a top priority. Each country is unique in what it considers acceptable or taboo. It is the visitor’s responsibility to research dos and don’ts to ensure that the visit will be pleasant for both the […]
Puerto Rico, One Plate at a Time
One of the best ways to explore a new place is by sampling local cuisine. In Puerto Rico, food is an amalgamation of cultures—the influence of native Taino Indians, Spanish and African settlers all adding up to making Puerto Rican cuisine a distinctive feast of flavors. If you are headed to this Caribbean gem, here […]
Discovering Argentina: Four Places to Visit
In our previous post, we shared with you shopping tips in Spain. Today, we’re sharing travel tips for those who plan to visit the beautiful South American nation of Argentina. With its rich culture, Argentina offers a multi-sensory experience for visitors. Here are our top five picks. 1. Buenos Aires. Of course, the first stop is always […]
The Perks of Being a Spanish Interpreter
When it comes to dream jobs, most people think actor, supermodel, high-power corporate executive or athlete. Of course, the main motivations that drive these choices are wealth, fame and power. However, dream jobs are not just about the glitzy and glamorous things in life. Sometimes, dream jobs are also about new experiences, unique challenges and […]
Four Spanish Movies You Need to Watch Now
Happy New Year! The start of a new year always brings with it hope for better things ahead, and a palpable desire to enforce changes aka resolutions. For your New Year resolutions this year, here’s a suggestion: watch more Spanish films. Spanish films are among the most universally embraced films in the global cinema despite […]