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Travel isn’t the only way to open our eyes to new cultures. We’ve hand-picked 11 movies that will help you learn about our world, grow in cultural understanding, and also leave a smile on your face. Updated: September 2021. Originally posted: May 2017. Entertainment for Good We think it’s important for everyone, young and old,…
This post provides about how to be a mindful, respectful traveler in a developing country like Cambodia. Special thanks to our friend and fellow intentional traveler, Karen Bortvedt, who lived and worked in Phnom Penh for nearly four years, for contributing these travel tips for Cambodia! Caring for Cambodia: Travel Tips Known as the “Kingdom of Wonder,”…
What makes you happy? What is your greatest hope for future generations? What do you wish others knew about your country? Do U.S. policies or culture affect you? The goal of our Global Neighbor Project interviews is to see if we can draw connections between human beings who live a world apart. Thanks to…
We’re excited to tell you about a new and exciting way to enjoy a food tour in Rome. With the help of your smartphone, you can experience a progressive meal through secret corners of Rome, at your own pace. You get the benefits of a curated experience with local insights, without the cost or time…
At the heart of Italian culture is – of course – Italian food. That’s why one of the best cultural experiences for visitors to Italy is a cooking class. If you’re looking for one day cooking classes in Tuscany, then we have a great recommendation for you! Cooking in Tuscany with Chicca is not only…
When we were Peace Corps Volunteers, our appreciation of cross-cultural exchange really grew. In an effort to promote cross-cultural understanding through our blog, we share posts from our fellow intentional travelers who have interesting stories and important lessons from abroad. Today’s guest post comes from Beth Spencer, a Peace Corps Volunteer in Lesotho, Africa. We…
If you’re traveling to Hawaii, it’s very useful to familiarize yourself with the pronunciation of the Hawaiian language and learn some Hawaiian phrases. It’s also fun! Hawaii is one of the most unique places to visit in the United States because of the native Hawaiian culture and how important it is to everyday life here. Even for Americans, visiting…
Mérida, Mexico is a vibrant travel destination in the Yucatan peninsula. The city has a rich cultural life, with frequent community events; dining and amenities for both budget and luxury travelers; and is conveniently located near ancient archeological sites, cenotes (underground rivers), and beaches. Our Merida Trip We decided to stay in Mérida for three weeks at the start…
We believe it’s important to understand a culture before visiting for the first time. This is what intentional travel is all about! If you’ve been following our blog, you’ve probably picked up on the fact that we served with Peace Corps in Jamaica. It had a major impact on our lives. Though we lived in…
This post originally appeared on our personal blog while we were still in Peace Corps. It has been revived here as part of our Jamaican culture series. April 3, 2014: Earlier this month Michelle and I had the honor and privilege of welcoming the newest group of Peace Corps volunteers (group #85; we are 83)…