One might think that cliches are a basic way of generalizing and even categorizing people. But if cliches exist, it must be for a reason. While traveling, we observe a lot of those cliches that happen to be true: Chinese people tend to travel in big groups and carry great … more »
Exploring the local cuisine of one given place is one of the most down-to-earth ways to connect with local culture. Some may like museums, others shopping for local products.. some may dig adventure, others relax… but I’m yet to meet someone who doesn’t enjoy eating! It was precisely with that … more »
Walking around the wet market in Hong Kong, we met this fruit and vegetables vendor. After asking Ashray where he comes from, he pulled a “Namaste!” and that lead to conversation and smiles. I love it when people make an effort to communicate with someone from abroad and try using … more »