Category: Travel

Performing Arts Dance Your Way Around the World

Dance Your Way Around the World

Dance Your Way Around the World Dance is a form of art as old as civilization itself. The earliest evidence of dance dates back to at least 3300 BC, during which time it is thought to have been used as a tool for social interaction. All throughout history and across all cultures, dance has been …

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Art & Culture Christmas Traditions Around the World

Christmas Traditions Around the World

Christmas Traditions Around the World Christmas is an integral part of the holiday season. Albeit celebrated chiefly to celebrate God coming into the world to atone for humanity’s sins, its manner of celebration differs from culture to culture. In the United States, the “Christmas season” kicks off after Thanksgiving; Black Friday becomes the avenue of …

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New Perspective How Travelers Can Balance Work & Play: Guest Post by Toby Israel

How Travelers Can Balance Work & Play: Guest Post by Toby Israel

How Travelers Can Balance Work & Play Guest Post by Toby Israel This week we have a guest post from Konverser Toby Israel. Toby is the Storyteller in Chief at NuMundo—an organization that connects people with eco-friendly, sustainable travel experiences. Keep reading for Toby’s perspective on work-life balance and for a special offer from NuMundo …

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Art & Culture A Peek into Every New Yorker’s Backyard: Guest Post on Central Park by Leela Kapoor

A Peek into Every New Yorker’s Backyard: Guest Post on Central Park by Leela Kapoor

A Peek into Every New Yorker’s Backyard: Guest Post on Central Park by Leela Kapoor This week we have a guest post on Central Park by Konverser Leela Kapoor, who is proud to call New York City home. From mini boat racing to working out by the reservoir, Central Park really has it all. It …

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Art & Culture From Germany with Love: Konversation on Cultural Competency with Teresa Hacket

From Germany with Love: Konversation on Cultural Competency with Teresa Hacket

From Germany with Love: Konversation on Cultural Competency with Teresa Hacket This week, we have a Konversation with Teresa Hacket from Frankfurt, Germany. Having traveled all over the world and worked and lived in many countries, Teresa is an expert on cultural competency. One of her passions is teaching others about cultural competency, which she …

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Academic Send Your High Schooler to Summer Camp at One of the UK’s Top Universities

Send Your High Schooler to Summer Camp at One of the UK’s Top Universities

Send Your High Schooler to Summer Camp at One of the UK’s Top Universities Many students (and their parents) dream of attending a prestigious university. What better way to get a feel for the college experience than to actually spend time on the campus, taking classes from the professors, staying in the dorms, and getting …

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Academic Konversation with Sarah Allmon: Choir Teacher, World Traveler, Language Lover, and Fashionista

Konversation with Sarah Allmon: Choir Teacher, World Traveler, Language Lover, and Fashionista

Konversation with Sarah Allmon: Choir Teacher, World Traveler, Language Lover, and Fashionista Konversai is starting a “Konversations” series as part of our blog where we conduct interviews with our users and learn more about who they are and what they do, both on and off Konversai. This week, we interviewed Sarah Allmon (brzyskis), a middle …

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Travel 11 Environmentally Friendly Travel Destinations

11 Environmentally Friendly Travel Destinations

11 Environmentally Friendly Travel Destinations Sustainability is a hot topic today, particularly when it comes to travel. As society is becoming increasingly conscious of its impact on the environment, eco-tourism has also been gaining popularity. Although many people might think that environmentally friendly and travel do not belong in the same sentence, several countries around …

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Art & Culture 8 Stunning Travel Destinations for Architecture Aficionados

8 Stunning Travel Destinations for Architecture Aficionados

8 Stunning Travel Destinations for Architecture Aficionados Imagine looking out the window of an airplane as it makes its descent into its travel destination. Are you filled with a sense of wonder as you think about taking in the breathtaking views of the buildings and the cityscape as a whole, anticipating being able to see …

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