A classroom is a learning environment where we master the art of capturing and analyzing information, yet it often poses a limitation as we tend to think within specified concepts. Since most students have turned to LMS systems and the use of virtual classrooms, it became possible to make a transition from a classic classroom experience to a cultural journey. Even if you travel virtually and go beyond the four walls, you are still discovering the … [Read more...]
The Top 4 Most Entertaining European Travel Destinations
Europe has so many destinations where tourists can explore the unique entertainment on display that this question can pose varying and divisive answers. One thing that is a guarantee is that there's no shortage of entertainment for those looking to travel to mainland Europe, and the same also applies to the outlying islands in Scandinavia and the United Kingdom. Monaco, Monte Carlo Las Vegas set the blueprint for holiday destinations, … [Read more...]
Why the Japan Rail Pass’s Increase in Price is a Blessing in Disguise for the Setouchi Region
By now, most of the world knows that the beloved Japan Rail Pass went up in price by 69% starting October 1st. Previously costing just a tad more than round-trip tickets from Tokyo to Kyoto, the pass was beneficial to most if not all travelers coming to Japan. At the new price point of 50,000 yen for the standard offering, however, those purchasing the Japan Rail Pass will need to make a much more concerted effort to use it if they're going to … [Read more...]
What’s New in Pasadena, California – Late Summer/Early Fall
Here’s your September update on all things Pasadena! Below, find a curated list of the latest news happening around town. I recently did the Haunted Pasadena Walking Tour and learned about the underground accessways below Old Pasadena... quite a few hair-raising stories around town, just in time for spooky season. LODGING Hotel Dena, Pasadena Los Angeles, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel debuted as the ultimate artists’ retreat in the heart of … [Read more...]
Top Places To Avoid In Los Angeles As A Tourist
The hustle and bustle of Los Angeles is an unforgettable part of what makes this dazzling city fascinating. It has a magnetic appeal whether you’re lounging under the sun in Venice Beach or pondering over the local delicacies at a café in Santa Monica. There’s so much to do and so little time for tourists visiting Los Angeles. Having spent considerable time in this captivating part of California, it’s best to start by looking at some of the … [Read more...]
Louise Reilly Sacco, Permanent Acting Interim Executive Director of the Museum Of Bad Art
Q. Tell us about yourself, how you joined the Museum Of Bad Art, and what you love most about working with the volunteers? I am a native Bostonian, retired from a career as a consultant to small businesses. In 1993, when my brother and his friend came up with the concept of a Museum of Bad Art, I offered to take on the role of Director of Financial Enablement. Around 2000, the other founders moved on to new ventures. I assumed the role of … [Read more...]
War Remnants Museum, Ho Chi Minh City Vietnam – September 2023
A visit here is an intense and perhaps shocking look into the war in Vietnam which lasted some 20 years from 1955 until the fall of Saigon in 1975. Referred to by several names, but within Vietnam this war is referred to as the American War. This museum contains multiple stories of often graphic images and descriptions of the brutality of this particular war with a focus on war crimes. Particularly difficult to visit is the exhibit on the effects … [Read more...]
Living it up in Sin City
The lights and allure of Las Vegas has long held curiosity for me. It’s a dazzling playground for all. From mind-blowing entertainment, dancing fountains, world-class cuisine and 24-hour casinos – and all on one street! There’s no denying that Las Vegas is a relentless assault on the senses and earns its high-octane reputation as the Entertainment Capital of the World. But is there actually more to Sin City than sensory overload? I was … [Read more...]
Japan’s Wine Country, Visit Katsunuma, Yamanashi Prefecture – August 2023
The wine region of Katsunuma is located about 2 hours from the Shinjuku metro station in Tokyo. The Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal is a short walk from the Shinjuku metro station – buses leave regularly from here passing through Katsunuma-town in the Yamanashi-prefecture. Passengers using bus service to reach Chateau Mercian should exit the bus at the Katsunuma bus stop – from this stop it is about a 15-20 minute walk to the winery, mostly on … [Read more...]
Top Arts Districts Across the US and Abroad
Lower Town Arts District in Paducah, Kentucky Paducah's oldest neighborhood, Lower Town Arts District is famous for the award-winning Artist Relocation Program that prompted its colorful revitalization, which continues today with the Paducah School of Art & Design. The arts district is populated with working artists, students and artists-in-residence who add to the city's vibrant artistic landscape. The work of Paducah's resident artists can be … [Read more...]
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