In the middle of the 19th century, the Côte d’Azur was still a wild land covered with scrub, pine forests, and olive groves. Villa Les Cèdres was built in 1830 by the Pollonnais, a Jewish family who were carpet merchants in Nice. Then called the ‘Les Oiseaux’ villa, it was bought in 1850 by the Jewish mayor…
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Have you heard of or watched the popular Japanese anime movie: Your Name (Kimi no Nawa)? If so, you would recall that the main heroine, Mitsuha, worked as a miko — a Shinto shrine maiden — and that was absolutely one of the many parts of the movie that captured my fancy. After all, when I…
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The world is shifting the 9-5 as we know it. AI is threatening job positions, there are layoffs, recessions are looming, and meanwhile, the price of everything is going up. We’ve been saying this for years, but your life experience, your passion, and your skills might be your biggest safety net, and your best opportunity…
18 Oct 11 Things To Do In Menorca Posted at 13:40h in Europe, Spain by Sabina Putting together a shortlist of the best things to do in Menorca proved more difficult than I’d anticipated. Its name literally means “smaller island”, in contrast with neighbouring Mallorca. But despite its size Menorca surprised me with a myriad of…
There’s little denying the world has become a much smaller place since the birth of the internet. These days, it’s possible to research an entire trip from the comfort of your own home. Apps for traveling make it easier than ever to plan and find out details. Things like prices, schedules, and accommodation options in…
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There’s just something about summer that makes everything feel a little more alive, right? The sun’s out, the days are longer, and suddenly it feels like the whole world is inviting you to slow down and enjoy it. Whether you’re at the beach or just chilling in your backyard with a drink in hand, summer…
Switzerland is a fantastic place to visit with kids, but as it’s so centrally located, you can easily add France, Germany, or Italy to the itinerary without having to add long flights or car rides. If you have time, an ideal time to travel would be a month, but naturally, not everyone can take that…
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How to Plan an Epic Trip to Hawaii’s Garden Isle Nicknamed the Garden Isle, the lush, green island of Kauai is all about towering cliffs, tangled jungle, hidden waterfalls and beaches that look straight out of a movie – because many of them are. Jurassic Park, The Descendants, Blue Hawaii, South Pacific, Pirates of the…
Personal growth refers to the process of developing oneself to become a better version of who you already are. It involves gaining new knowledge, skills, and perspectives that allow you to show up as your best self in all areas of life, including your intimate relationships. Cultivating personal growth can strengthen the foundation of a…
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The Rape of Nanking, also known as the Nanjing Massacre, remains one of the darkest chapters of World War II and has had lasting implications for China, Japan, and international perceptions of wartime conduct. This blog article delves into the historical context, the atrocities committed, the International reaction, and the ongoing implications of this tragic…
