Jordana Weiss

15 Christmas Traditions from Around the World

With Christmas right around the corner, most people have started planning their holiday season down to the last appetizer and glass of punch. Many people enjoy repeating the same traditions year after year, and enjoy the certainty that comes from knowing exactly what will happen when.

12 Places to Travel to This Holiday Season

If you look outside and there’s snow on the ground, chances are your thoughts go one of two ways — either you’re desperate to get away from it, or you see the snow as a herald of winter fun. This approach is pretty typical of most American families. They either spend their holidays soaking up the sun as far away from snow as possible, or they strap on their winter gear and go in search of somewhere where the snow never melts.

Traditional Christmas Food from Around the World

Wherever in the world you’re celebrating Christmas, the holidays are a time to get together with friends and family, and enjoy a seasonal treat. Families gather together to feast, and the food that comes to the table during the Christmas season is always delicious, meaningful, and generally quite indulgent.

Top 14 Unexplored Areas in Asia

For backpackers and travelers, there have been literal volumes written about the prospect of a destination in Asia that remains untouched by hordes of tourists. Many people who travel frequently in Asia are tired of going back to the same places only to find that they’ve been taken over by beer-swilling tourists.

Cultured Palate: Dishes of Mexico

Mexico is full of amazing food that has been evolving since the time of the Incas, Mayans, and Aztecs. All you need to do is get out of the resort to experience some of the freshest and most inventive food in the world. Here are a few dishes that should not be missed on your next trip to Mexico!

The Most Beautiful Religious Buildings in the World

For many people, a visit to a religious building is a normal part of everyday life, while for others it’s a rare experience. Whether you practice a certain religion or actively don’t practice a religion, there are so many beautiful buildings in the world that were built specifically for the worship of a higher power that are worth a visit.

Fall Traditions from Around the World

Fall is a time of celebration for many cultures around the world. It’s a time to gather your harvest, and celebrate all that was achieved in the first part of the year. In the United States, we have Thanksgiving as our primary fall celebration, but around the world, each different culture has an equivalent fall tradition that’s equally important, and brings families together to celebrate the season.