The slow boat was waiting for us just past the Friendship bridge between Thailand and the Lao People’s Democratic Republic (PDR), its motor puttering in the muddy brown water. Within minutes, we had kicked off our shoes and were padding barefoot across the polished teak, ready for a two-day float […]
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The world is as close as your kitchen! The recent explosion of virtual cooking classes makes it easy to learn how to cook global cuisines in your own home. Formats range from interactive sessions to live demonstrations to videotaped instruction. Many are taught by regional cooks who have a passion
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Local produce markets are a practically a destination of their own. They are a window into the traditions, foods and lives of everyday people around the world. It’s hard to resist the fresh greens piled high…neat rows of the season’s best apples, apricots and pomegranates…or a riot of cherries spilling
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Want something that’s delicious, easy to make, and has a taste that can virtually transport you to an exotic location? (Yes, please!) Look no further than India’s Masala Chai (spiced tea). This comforting blend of black tea, milk and spices is one of India’s many culinary delights. Masala Chai is
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Armenia may not be on your bucket list, but it should be. The capital, Yerevan, sits in the shadow of Mt. Ararat and the country is home to treasures from the paleolithic period to modern times. Here, we’ve asked tour guide Hayk Avagyan to tell us more about this emerging
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You snooze, you lose. Some of the most memorable travel moments can only be experienced at dawn. Here are a few of my favorite moments: Angkor Wat (Siem Reap, Cambodia) A UNESCO World Heritage site, Angkor Wat is one of the largest religious monuments in the world. Built in the
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