7 Things I Wish I Knew Before I Started Learning a New Language
My language-learning journey started when I was about three years old when my parents put me in a Greek-American preschool. While I didn't have much choice in the...
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3 Ways to Work Exercise Into Your Language Routine
If you're wondering how to learn a language fast and fluently, exercise could be one of your secret weapons. You probably know that working out is one of...
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The Connection Between Creativity and Cross-Cultural Experiences
When I was in Morocco, I got to stargaze in the Sahara desert and eat endless tajine, but my favorite memories are the moments my friends and I...
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Merry Mingling: Your International Guide to Party Etiquette
Before you get out there and start mingling merrily, it pays to know a little cultural etiquette. Our international guide to party protocol will help you raise a...
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Merry Mingling: Your International Guide to Holiday Gifting
When you’re popping into a holiday party, it’s considerate to bring a gift for the host or hostess. Many people choose flowers since they’re a beautiful and gracious...
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Merry Mingling: How to Write Holiday Cards
Thoughtfulness and a little cultural sensitivity translate well in any language. We may have different names for Santa Claus or Father Christmas, but the reason for our joy...
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Honoring the Harvest: Celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival with Mooncakes
The Moon Festival often referred to as the Mid-Autumn Festival (中秋節), is a harvest festival celebrated across much of Asia. Zhōngqiū Jié (中秋节), is the official name of...
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Solo Travelers Talking: Part 3 of 4
We caught up with Michelle Luong, an extreme solo-traveler who’s moved over 20 times, setting up shop in 10+ countries, four of them in Latin America. She works...
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Traditional Table: A Vietnamese Food Primer
Cơm gà Hải Nam: A Vietnamese Classic Cơm gà Hải Nam, or Hainanese chicken rice originates from the Hainan Province in China, but is popular throughout Thailand and...
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