Nuremberg, or the “little city of wood and cloth,” is the perfect setting for a charming Christmas Market. Opening the Friday before Advent each year in the… Read more “The Nuremberg Christmas Market”
Cookies Around The World
In the United States, it is hard to deny the popularity of the chocolate chip cookie. But which cookie recipes tackle the ranks in other countries? In… Read more “Cookies Around The World”
How to Find Things to Do on Your Next City Trip
A trip to a city is a very different experience than a relaxing, easy, breezy, all-inclusive resort. The options are endless and sometimes the choices can be… Read more “How to Find Things to Do on Your Next City Trip”
De-Icing and Anti-Icing Airplanes
Just like salt lowers the freezing point of water on our roadways, there is a substance that is used to lower the freezing point of water on… Read more “De-Icing and Anti-Icing Airplanes”
Antwerp: Belgium’s Melting Pot
In the United States, we all know the history of Ellis Island and some of us may even be fortunate enough to have seen this monumental piece… Read more “Antwerp: Belgium’s Melting Pot”
Best Podcasts for Long Plane Rides
Or car rides, or train rides, or boat rides. The newspaper, the Walkman, the MP3 player, and the classic “I Spy” are all noble predecessors to what… Read more “Best Podcasts for Long Plane Rides”
Ghent: Belgium’s Golden Dragon
Northwest of Brussels, before you hit Bruges, you will find the shining stone city of Ghent. An area that used to be covered in swamp is now… Read more “Ghent: Belgium’s Golden Dragon”
