My time volunteering in the Dominican Republic was one of my most rewarding experiences. There is so much need on this Caribbean island where much of the population lives on less than $2USD a day. Beach-hopping is relaxing yes (the DR has some of the most stunning coasts and sunsets), but resorts and “all-inclusives” are […]
Supporting Refugees and Thai Freedom House
Last year, the UN reported more than 110,000 refugees living in Thailand. Escaping from ethnic conflict, many of them flee for Bangkok but most of them settle along the Thai-Burmese border to the north. As refugees, they face a lot of obstacles. The legal means of staying in Thailand are dependent on employment but many refugees don’t have the […]
Thailand in Photos
Thai life is always chaotic and people are always on the go. If it’s your first time in Thailand, it’s normal to have a bit of a culture shock – Thais sometimes do things differently, like take their shoes off outside the house, play the king’s anthem at the movie theatre, or pack your soup-to-go in plastic […]
What to Eat in Thailand
There are few places in the world where cuisine is an interesting juxtaposition of sweet, sour, hot and salty all in one. Thailand is one of those places. When Dan and I go back to the land of smiles, food is a big reason why. Here are 10 classic dishes to eat when you travel to […]
Fair Trade Coffee with a Real Barista
One of the first small, local roasters and third wave cafés to open in Prague has given new energy to European coffee. Since 2008, Mamacoffee founded six locations, a coffee NGO, and a coffee festival with the main goal of showcasing to the rest of Europe (and the world) that coffee can be both good and fair. I […]
Coffee Cupping: The Art of Tasting Coffee
Most people press the start button and pour their morning brew from a pot. Others have a favourite café or a neighbourhood Starbucks they frequent. You might order a venti latte, add in a few spoons of sweetness and call it a morning. For the average coffee lover, it usually doesn’t go beyond that. But […]
