The comfort and convenience of international travel has come a long way in recent years, thanks in part to the invention of more and more tech essentials for travelers. During my first international backpacking trip, I traveled with a portable CD player and the heaviest Lonely Planet guidebook you could imagine. I’d find an…
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Home – Travel – The Top 12 Places To Visit In Spain Spain is recognized for its beaches, tapas, and warm weather, but it’s so much more than that. There are so many beautiful places to visit in Spain and rolling hills, with unknown wine regions, dramatic mountain ranges, and ravines that hide exciting hiking…
To mark the publication of new contributions to our Cambridge Elements in Global Urban History series, we will feature interviews with authors and share short excerpts from their work. Here, GUHP Blog associate editor Maytal Mark interviews Katherine Zubovich, the author of Making Cities Socialist. Katherine Zubovich is Associate Professor of History at the University…
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Facing the Fear Due to Covid and then having my focus directed on growing my new businesses, from 2020 to the end of 2023, I hadn’t participated in any speaking events. At the end of last year, a former client invited me to speak at their upcoming event. Despite not having fears of public speaking,…
We know them as the famous words uttered by all the Hollywood movie directors: “Lights! Camera! ACTION!” Upon that last word, the clapperboard snaps down and magic is made. But what if the director never said “action”? So often in initial consultation sessions and even in coaching sessions, people tell me how important X is…
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Luxury real estate captivates the imagination with its opulence, exclusivity, and jaw-dropping price tags. From historic city centers to pristine coastal enclaves, the most expensive neighborhoods in the world represent the pinnacle of prestige and wealth. These elite locales boast average home prices in the tens or even hundreds of millions of dollars, often featuring…
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Los Angeles’ Arts District is densely packed with murals from some of the biggest names in contemporary urban art. It’s a must see if you’re interested in art of any sort, but essential for anyone with even the smallest interest in street art. The district is, as the name suggests, one of LA’s creative hubs…
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Learnings from Karna’s Story in Mahabharat: 3 Life Lessons from Danveer Karna The Mahabharat is filled with rich stories and characters, each with their unique strengths and flaws. Among them, Karna stands out as a symbol of unwavering generosity, loyalty, and courage. Known as Danveer Karna, his life offers many lessons that continue to inspire…
Victoria Harbour with Hong Kong Island in the background, c.1862. Unknown artist. We are excited to announce the tentative programme for our conference ‘Port Cities in Comparative Global History: Potentials and Issues‘ which takes place in Hong Kong on the 15th and 16th June 2023. The event is funded by the History Department and Modern…
Home – Travel – 22 Best Things to Do in Guatemala in 2024 Guatemala was a surprise destination for us. Overshadowed by the more popular Central and South American countries like Peru, Colombia, and Costa Rica, we feel that Guatemala is truly a hidden gem. Known as the “lands of eternal spring,” Guatemala provides lush…
