Holidays

5 Easy Tips to Make Your Next Trip Abroad Stress-Free

The secret to having a great vacation often lies in the trip’s preparation. Read on to discover our five essential pre-travel tips.

June 9, 2025

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How is Mother’s Day Celebrated Around the World? 

How is Mother’s Day Celebrated Around the World? 

Mother’s Day is a cherished celebration worldwide, honoring the strength, love, and sacrifices of mothers. But how is Mother’s Day celebrated? While each country has its own traditions, the essence of the day remains the same: celebrating the deep bond between mothers and their families. Make this Mother’s Day extra special. Send money to your […]

April 21, 2025

How to Wish Someone a Happy Ramadan: Ramadan Greetings

How to Wish Someone a Happy Ramadan: Ramadan Greetings

Understanding how to offer Ramadan greetings appropriately is not just a sign of respect—it’s a gesture that fosters goodwill and cultural connection. Whether you’re a friend, colleague, or neighbor to someone who observes Ramadan, this guide will equip you with the knowledge to extend your wishes with confidence and meaning.   Here’s everything you need to […]

February 24, 2025

How to Send Money this Lunar New Year

How to Send Money this Lunar New Year

The Lunar New Year is a joyous and culturally rich celebration that brings millions of families and friends together worldwide. It’s a time to honor cherished traditions, share blessings, and wish prosperity for the year ahead.  One of the most meaningful customs of the season is sending money as a symbol of good luck and support. By […]

January 20, 2025

Which Latin American Countries Celebrate Independence on September 15?

Which Latin American Countries Celebrate Independence on September 15?

Have you ever wondered why September 15 is significant in Central America? It’s a holiday filled with parades, dancing, and good food. That’s because it marks the date when Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua declared their independence from Spain.  Why Do They Celebrate on September 15?  These Latin American countries celebrate their […]

September 10, 2024

How Eid al-Adha is Celebrated Across the Muslim World

How Eid al-Adha is Celebrated Across the Muslim World

Eid al-Adha, also known as the Festival of Sacrifice, is a cornerstone of Islamic tradition, symbolizing profound faith, obedience, and compassion. What is Eid al-Adha? Eid al-Adha honors the willingness of Prophet Ibrahim (Abraham in Judeo-Christian tradition) to sacrifice his son Isma’il (Ishmael) as an act of obedience to God, who intervened by providing a […]

June 13, 2024

The Power of Mom’s Cooking: Connecting Cultures and Generations Through Food Nostalgia

The Power of Mom’s Cooking: Connecting Cultures and Generations Through Food Nostalgia

Whether it’s some empanadas made far from home or a simple ratatouille that transports us to the past, we can all agree that our mothers’ cooking has the power to take us back to our fondest childhood memories. In fact, this phenomenon is intrinsically human, and it’s rooted in history, culture, and even psychology. The existing […]

April 30, 2024

10 Popular Ramadan Meals from Around the World

10 Popular Ramadan Meals from Around the World

The holy month of Ramadan is a time of fasting, reflection, and spiritual growth for Muslims worldwide. As part of this observance, special attention is given to the Ramadan meals consumed during this time, particularly during the pre-dawn meal (Suhoor) and the evening meal to break the fast (Iftar). While traditional dishes hold a special […]

March 14, 2024

Christmas in Colombia: Discover 6 Beloved Holiday Traditions

Christmas in Colombia: Discover 6 Beloved Holiday Traditions

Celebrated across the globe by more than two billion people, Christmas is a special time of year that brings many families together. Some of the core features of Christmas celebrations hold true in communities around the world, but other aspects of the way that the holiday is observed vary greatly between cultures. In Colombia, Christmas […]

December 21, 2023

Celebrating Mother’s Day in Mexico and Abroad

Celebrating Mother’s Day in Mexico and Abroad

Mother’s Day is coming up for many countries around the world, including Mexico! The month of May brings more than spring flowers. For Mexican communities, it brings a joyous celebration of motherhood (that often includes flowers). That’s because each year on May 10th, Día de la Madre is observed in Mexico.  Here are 4 popular ways to […]

May 9, 2023