Teaching in Nigeria & Becoming An African Princess
The next day I walked to the village and everyone genuflected and addressed me as Rankaditti, which roughly translated as “Princess.”
Belle Chatter
Travel Belles have a lot to say! First person narratives, monthly blog discussions on travel topics, profiles and opinion pieces.
How Not to Keep a Travel Journal
{Because we all need a little reminder that there’s no one right way to do something. And a stack of old travel journals may finally … Read more
Florence, Italy – Hotel Torre Guelfla – Travel Journaling
Florence, Italy, July 23, 2011, Hotel Torre Guelfla, travel journaling in the sitting area on the third floor. On a trip with my two daughters. … Read more
Tipping Etiquette around the World
Tipping etiquette and a global gratuity guide for the Travel Belle Traveling to a foreign country is exhilarating. It is an amazing gift to be … Read more
Wearable Luggage and Other Things I Love this Week
History of travel – an animated view of the story so far (Infographic), Tnooz, by Kevin May via HotelClub This is an absolute travel and … Read more
Hometown Picnic at Maymont in Richmond, Virginia
“What’s your favorite spot to have a picnic?” When I sat down to write my answer to this week’s question, I had to struggle to … Read more
Europe for Christmas? The Tropics? Or Home?
Welcome to Across the Cafe Table where every second Wednesday we ask a question and share our answers If you HAD to spend the … Read more
The ‘Three Hots’ of Chongqing, China
We touch down on the runway at Chongqing’s airport and I glimpse at a heavy haze that weighs the city down. We disembark, gather our … Read more
9 Tips On How To Travel On A Tight Budget Around The World
Travelling around the world is often thought to significantly break the bank. Paying for hotels and flights and excursions are just the half of it. … Read more