Quick: Can you name seven female government leaders in recent memory? Top-of-head responses might include Angela Merkel of Germany, Jacinda Ardern of New Zealand, and historical figures like the UK’s Margaret Thatcher, Argentina’s Isabel Perón, Pakistan’s Benazir Bhutto, Israel’s Golda Meir, and India’s Indira Gandhi. All of these women distinguished themselves, sharing some strong traits […] Continue reading… from Women Leading Nations
How many historical events are commemorated with art? Maybe you saw the recent story about King Charles III’s Coronation Roll, a beautifully hand-written manuscriptthat is 21 meters/69 feet long. As an amateur calligrapher, I’m astounded by the precision and artistry of this massive work. Illustrated in vibrant hues with special ink, the Roll serves as an […] Continue reading… from Art as a record of our times
More than 100 countries impose some sort of restriction on single-use plastic bags. This may be by partial or outright prohibition, or a charge for bag use at stores. Global travelers will increasingly encounter this ban, and will have to adapt to host-country practices. Bangladesh was the first country to ban plastic bags, a measure […] Continue reading… from Reconsider Plastics while Traveling
While reading is a far cry from actual travel, books can transport us around the world and into new experiences. Recently I’ve had to look up brand-name beverages referenced in novels by Irish writer Niall Williams and Scottish writer Denise Mina: MiWadi and Irn-Bru, respectively. The other night while dining out with our Mexican neighbor, […] Continue reading… from Would you like some pop in your soda?
Do you have a favorite airport? More than half a million Condé Nast Traveler readers piped up about theirs, and the 2023 Readers Choice Awards include their top 10 international airports worldwide. As employee wellbeing becomes an integral part of employee mobility, these top-notch airports offer not only smooth travel experiences but also amenities that […] Continue reading… from Flying high for all the right reasons
‘Twas the week before New Year’sand all through the landthe stars all alignedas to some cosmic plan. With robust economiesin all jurisdictions,every household had plenty;there was no sign of friction. Good health prevailed.No disease could find purchase.Young and old glowed with life;no new illness did surface. World leaders sought onlywhat lifted their populace,and with those […] Continue reading… from Our New Year’s Wish
For 30 years I was lucky to live in a neighborhood where I walked nearly everywhere. Our library, pharmacy, and choice of three grocery stores were all within a few blocks of home. Just over a mile away was a harbor and town park where we regularly enjoyed community events. Retail stores, restaurants, coffee shops […] Continue reading… from These boots were made for walking
Global travelers must contend with the differences – and sometimes limitations – of a foreign healthcare system. But what if you had a tool that makes it easier? Telehealth is an option in an increasing number of locations. Due partly to the global COVID-19 pandemic, phone and video consultations have become logical replacements for in-person […] Continue reading… from Hello? Is the doctor there?
When you consider relocating families, the most challenging age group could be teenagers. Teens are in the midst of a period of development that is tricky to navigate even in familiar surroundings. Physical and emotional changes can create feelings of imbalance and instability. If they are then leaving their home, school, and friends to live […] Continue reading… from Traveling with a Teen
