HOBO’s Post

As you’re settling into life in Residence, you may be wondering how to enjoy your time there. In her article, Melissa Álvarez describes the benefits of being involved in various residence student groups, such as the Residence Wellness Team, the Residence RainBEAU Committee and the Multicultural Committee, and details her own experience overcoming culture shock. What is your best memory from Residence life? Comment below!

Two weeks ago, on election day in the United States, I could think of no more appropriate way to mark that grim occasion than with a visit to the altar of Santa Muerte—aka La Flaca, aka La Huesuda, aka the White Girl and White Sister, the Lady of Shadows, the Mexican folk saint of death. She’s Mexico’s most dependable worker of miracles, the faithful will tell you, and so I thought, sure, why not: I’ll go pray. This is the latest piece for Julian's, my project to write a travel handbook for curious travelers to Mexico City. Not a dining guide. Not a list of restaurants or bars or hotels or boutiques. But a series of on-the-ground, thoroughly researched, brightly-written accounts of one of the biggest cities in the world. The goal: a printed handbook, pocket-sized, that fills the empty space between book-length travelogues and vacuous top ten "must-see" listicles. Something you can read in a single sitting and that gives you a deeper sense of the city's culture, beyond what you can buy at the stores. Come follow along, and come visit soon.

What sings ‘America the Beautiful’ more loudly than the natural landscape of our country? Check out my latest blog highlighting five distinctive national park features named for events that took place on July 4. #nationalparks #nationalparksconservationassociation

In his "Essayes or Counsels, Civill and Morall (1625)," Francis Bacon's essay OF TRAVEL offers 5 truths that present-day travelers ought to consider in order for their experiences to be transformative: 1. Possess some knowledge of the language and culture 2. Keep a journal of your observations 3. Have a knowledgable guide 4. Participate in the local rhythm of life 5. Upon return, allow your travels to have an impact on the manner in which you live. Without these, ofttimes travel yields to unintentional ethno/ego-centric motivations rather than serving as a formative experience.

VIDEO: Enjoy the luxuries of nature and city living with these tips!

🛥 New Blog piece! Discover the rich tapestry of 19th-century global interconnectedness through Martin Jan Månsson's historical travel and trade route maps. In this insightful blog post, Månsson delves into the intricate web of cities and ports that shaped modern urban landscapes, revealing the unique cultural and logistical dynamics that continue to influence our world today. 🗞 Read more here: https://bit.ly/4epx2Eb

Dreaming of a European adventure? 🌍✈️ Let's make it unforgettable! Start with what you love – history, art, food? Build around that! Mix iconic spots with hidden gems. 🏰🍷 Remember, less is more: don't rush, savor each moment. For more savvy tips, hit up our guides! 💼📚 Share your dream destination & check out #EuropeanTravel #TravelPlanning #ChasingWhereabouts 🧳✨

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