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Tipping and Bribing when Travelling

An interesting problem is experienced by travelers who go to another country. This problem is the difference between tipping and bribing.

In North American culture, tipping is something you do after you receive good service as a courteous gesture to the service provider to indicate that you…

Continue Reading Add comment August 23rd, 2008

Traveling in Mexico The Plaza Garabaldi in Mexico City

Question: Do you like Mariachis? Do you REALLY like Mariachis? Then the Plaza Garibaldi is an absolute must. If you’re staying in the Historic District of Mexico City, you’re even luckier because it’s practically in your neighborhood. To get there; go along the Cinco de Mayo headed away from t…

Continue Reading Add comment August 22nd, 2008

New Orleans Post-Katrina A Woman Traveler’s Observations

On the final morning of my New Orleans trip, I sat in the lobby of the Provincial Hotel in the French Quarter and listened as Margie Marc filled me in on her life since our last conversation. It was that earlier conversation in October 2006, and knowing the importance of visitors to New Orleans, …

Continue Reading Add comment August 19th, 2008

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