xml encoding=”UTF-8″–>Nestled in the northern part of the Caribbean lies the beautiful country of Cuba. Cuba is the largest island in the Caribbean and has a population of over 11 million people. Cuba has been inhabited since the 4th century and although many things have changed over the years, some Cuban traditions have remained constant. …

xml encoding=”UTF-8″–>I’ve always felt that Japanese drinks should get more attention. The country’s cuisine, after all, is among the most celebrated in the world—shouldn’t its beverages follow suit? Over the next few paragraphs, I’ll highlight some of my go-to drinks in Japan. Although many of these will be familiar to you, others might seem surprising …

xml encoding=”UTF-8″–>When people hear the word “Road Trip”, they either jump up for joy or dread hearing those words. To be honest, going on any trip is always a blast, but it is especially fun when you are going on a road trip! So pack your bags, we are going on a road trip! A …

xml encoding=”UTF-8″–>Broken Bow is a cozy and delightful little town in southeast Oklahoma. The most recent census I found online for 2010 resulted in a population of only 4,230. It has been 10 years since this census, so it’s safe to say these numbers have increased for the better. This quaint town holds a mixed-race …

xml encoding=”UTF-8″–>Amarillo is actually a pretty fun town, I should know…as I am from around these parts. I spent my childhood only 45 minutes from here. And I loved every minute of it! Little did I know childhoods could be so much fun! So I created a fun guide of things to do in Amarillo …

xml encoding=”UTF-8″–>The Arab Republic of Egypt is one of the largely populated countries in North Africa. More than 100 million people live in this historical country. According to historians, the earliest inhabitants of Egypt were from 3200 BC. The first official pharaoh of Egypt was King Menes, who ruled for 60 years starting in 3150 …

xml encoding=”UTF-8″–>  The Ultimate Guide to Lederhosen I hope you’ve been looking forward to this as much as I have! The Bavarian tradition of Oktoberfest is coming up and it’ll be a blast. So, what’s the point? Well, contrary to popular belief that your German ancestry required for entry into this festival (not really!!), we’re …

xml encoding=”UTF-8″–> ✦ Things to do in Guatemala There are many attractions in Guatemala. Guatemala tourism can range from picturesque Lake Atitlan to steaming volcanoes, Mayan ruins, Mayan towns deep in the mountains, as well as world-class marlin fishing and a picture-perfect colonial town known as Antigua. But it is more than that, from jungles …

xml encoding=”UTF-8″–>I would say, the best time of year to visit Cuba is between December and March. During this time, you can experience pleasant weather, fewer crowds, and avoid the long lines at the Cuban pastry shops! Speaking of pastry shops, have you ever tried a Cuban pastelitos? I hope your answer is yes! But …

xml encoding=”UTF-8″–> There is no denying that the state of Texas is enormous. Although one could probably divide Texas into several smaller states, its main division lies between the East and West right down the middle of the state. I am from the Panhandle of Texas near Amarillo and have enjoyed many a summer day at …

xml encoding=”UTF-8″–>These are some precarious times that we are living in. Honestly, I have never seen our world in such a state of disarray. But COVID-19, the death of another black man and police officer, and now riots that are filling our USA cities with angst and worry, I try to stay diligent to my …

xml encoding=”UTF-8″–>Sicilians love their healthy and locally-grown foods such as apricots, artichokes, olives, and beans. Some of the most notable savory foods include arancini (rice balls), pecorino cheese, and stuffed eggplant. Yet aside from the yummy savory foods they have, Sicily has some of the most delicious Sicilian desserts in all of Europe. The world-famous …