How to Get to Central Berlin from the Airport
Berlin enjoys a very well-connected, relatively inexpensive, and efficient public transportation system. There are two main airports in the city: Tegel (TXL), located in the northwest and Schoenefeld (SXF), located in the southeast. Both are international airports,...
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The Best Desserts in San Diego…
are hiding at Extraordinary Desserts, a sweet haven of the most decadent and quality desserts. There are two locations in San Diego — one on 5th Street and the other on Union Street, both in downtown. Personally, I’m sold on both locations, although the cafe on...
24 Hours in Rome, Italy
24 Hours in Rome — It is no surprise that Rome is often called the “Eternal City”; its fascinating treasures warrant a lifetime of exploration. Nestled on the Tiber River, the ancient city is a city of layers, where contemporary establishments are built on thousands...
Endonyms of the World: 100 Countries in Their Local Language
Why should you know the names of countries in their local language? Well, because it’ll make your travels easier and give you some insight into the culture. And, because it’ll make you a geography genius. According to About.com, an endonym is a name used...![[Infographic] Tipping Etiquette Around the Globe](https://thecultureur.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/09/globaltippingetiquette_50463b262650e_w587.png)
[Infographic] Tipping Etiquette Around the Globe
There’s no one-size-fits-all mantra when it comes to tipping. The art of tipping is entangled in the local culture of the destination, so it varies from country to country. It’s one part of traveling that I’m always scratching my head about. But when...
The Culinary Crusades: Dining Trends Around the World
“Cultivation to the mind is as necessary as food to the body.” –Marcus Tullius Cicero Innovation and food. The socialization of dining has weaved into the very fabric of our society, as new ways of experiencing food are constantly being developed and redefined, giving...
Dos Palillos: Chopsticks and Toothpicks
The city was Berlin. The language was English. The waiter was Polish. The restaurant designers were French. The cuisine was a blend of Spanish and Asian. I’m painting the scene of my dining experience at Dos Palillos, a restaurant that blatantly lies at the crux of...Beauty Tip #5: Stay Hydrated with Water
Drink loads and loads of water throughout the day. Whenever your body becomes dehydrated it draws on its water reservoirs, one of which being your skin, and sucks out all the moisture it can find. The resulting dry skin, not only looks unattractive but it also speeds...Assouline Lounge: A Cafe, Art Gallery, and Bookstore in Seoul
Assouline specializes in luxury books on art, fashion, and lifestyle. You’ve probably seen the eye-catching, glossy-paged books resting beautifully on a coffee table. But now you can experience the concept instead of just reading about it. The French husband and...