Nope, not even close. Although… even though I am NOT rich, I may be the only black person they meet and I want to leave a positive impression. I often feel the need to over tip or otherwise over-compensate for my skin color. Its totally unnecessary because I’m not a hotel pig, I find myself doing things like straightening up the room so the maids don’t see any mess.
Category: TRAVEL EXPERIENCES
DuffelBagSpouse Travels is your passport to a world brimming with TRAVEL EXPERIENCES. Whether it’s a colorful parade, a traditional dance, or a local festival, DuffelBagSpouse’s blog is your gateway to experiencing the world’s most festive gatherings.
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How to Taste Wine for Beginners: Sip, Savor, or Spit?
Wine tasting notes may seem complicated. But it’s not– go for what you like. Ultimately, it will help you to select wines you’ll actually drink and enjoy at home. If not, you can always buy wines with a pretty label. Or just stick to bottles labeled red or white, sweet or dry.
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Wine by the Case: The Story of My European Wine Obsession
I noticed a bottle of Riesling from my stomping ground– Mosel Valley It cost $70. I couldn’t believe my eyes. This was something I drank for less than $10 when I lived in Germany. I dusted it off and put it back on the shelf where it belonged. I love wine, but I ain’t crazy.
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Why Rome Is the Ultimate City for Studying Abroad
I almost did not go, got denied twice, applied again anyway, and Rome became the place where history stopped feeling distant and started feeling personal, with long walks between ruins, card denials, quiet moments under the Sistine ceiling, gelato at dusk, and lessons learned by getting lost, waiting, watching, and staying open, which is why this story is less about sightseeing and more about saying yes when you are unsure and letting a city change how you see the world.