Author Archives: Angela

Santa around the world: Global Christmas Traditions.

Santa around the world: Global Christmas Traditions.

Best 5 Ice and Snow Festivals for 2023-2024 

Best 5 Ice and Snow Festivals for 2023-2024

Art Symphony: Standing Glass Fish, Minneapolis, USA

This is a magnificent sculpture a Standing Glass Fish, created by Canadian-American architect and designer Frank Gehry. First, the sculpture was part of the exhibition at the Walker Art Center and two years later was moved to the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden where anyone can admire that extraordinary piece of art.  The inspiration began from Frank Gehry childhood, when his grandmotherContinueContinue reading “Art Symphony: Standing Glass Fish, Minneapolis, USA”

Thursday Travels: “Mouth of Truth”, Rome, Italy

The massive marble mask known as the “Mouth of Truth” (Bocca della Veritá) is a well-known landmark in Rome, Italy. It is located in the entrance of Santa Maria in Cosmedin Church.  The massive, mythical sculpture is devoted to the God of the Sea and is 1.75 metres in diameter.  According to the ancient legend,ContinueContinue reading “Thursday Travels: “Mouth of Truth”, Rome, Italy”

Coffee Break: Discovering the Power of “The Art of Small Steps” with Antoine de Saint-Exupéry 

I was surfing the Internet looking for something interesting to read. I accidentally stumbled into a prayer “The Art of Small Steps” by Antoine de Saint-Exupery.   I would like to share it with you today. I think it is very important to read.   This prayer feels right and would be suitable for people ofContinueContinue reading “Coffee Break: Discovering the Power of “The Art of Small Steps” with Antoine de Saint-Exupéry “

Gigantic Chairs Around the World: Exploring Beyond Borders! 

Manitoba, Canada This post was published on my Triptipedia Page first. Hello everyone, are you ready to embark on an entertaining journey across the globe, where enormous chairs take the spotlight in the most unexpected places? Today, we’re diving into the story of these giants and exploring their presence in Canada and around the world!   ContinueContinue reading “Gigantic Chairs Around the World: Exploring Beyond Borders! “

Thursday Travels: Rome, Italy

Rome, Italy. The Theatre of Marcellus is an historic open-air theatre built in Rome during the latter years of the Roman Republic. With a capacity of more than 14,000 seats, it was the largest theatre in the city. People could both see drama and musical performances there. Today, Rome’s historic ruins in the neighbourhood ofContinueContinue reading “Thursday Travels: Rome, Italy”

Travel Etiquette: Hotel.

This post was published first on my Triptipedia Page. When it comes to a comfortable and enjoyable stay at a hotel, it’s not just about the amenities and services provided by the hotel. Understanding and following proper hotel etiquette is equally important to have a pleasant experience for both you and other guests: from check-inContinueContinue reading “Travel Etiquette: Hotel.”

Travel Etiquette: Transportation.  

This post was published on my Triptipedia Page first. When it comes to traveling, it’s not just about reaching your destination. It’s also about having a pleasant and hassle-free journey. Whether you’re flying, riding on a train, or traveling on a long-distance bus, knowing and following the guidelines of transport etiquette is essential. This notContinueContinue reading “Travel Etiquette: Transportation.  “

Travel Etiquette: How to Navigate Cultural Differences with Grace.

This post was published frst on my Triptipedia Page. Exploring new places on travel is an exciting and rewarding experience. As travelers, we must keep in mind that every nation and culture has its own distinct set of local traditions and customs. Understanding and following travel etiquette becomes essential for a courteous and enjoyable experienceContinueContinue reading “Travel Etiquette: How to Navigate Cultural Differences with Grace.”

Exploring the World’s Most Expensive Chocolates

The blog post explores the luxurious world of chocolate, highlighting prestigious brands like Debauve & Gallais and To’ak, which produce exquisite and costly treats. It mentions unique offerings, including a $1.5 million chocolate box by Simon Jewelers, showcasing the artistry and extravagance within gourmet chocolate production.

Why is Belgian chocolate so favorite and the best treat in the world?

This post was published on my Triptipedia page first. Chocolate is the best treat in the world and a fantastic mood booster. I’m one of those people who absolutely love chocolate and can’t imagine life without it.   Belgian chocolate is a recognized world leader, and their premium chocolate established itself as a global standardContinueContinue reading “Why is Belgian chocolate so favorite and the best treat in the world?”

Coffee break: I’d like to share a few thoughts with you.

Please join me for a cup of coffee. I’d like to share a few thoughts with you.  Are you comfortable?  Let’s go. There are three words that we usually say together. It’s Faith, Hope, and Love. These are very significant words.  Faith and Love are two extremely complicated words. They are full of feelings andContinueContinue reading “Coffee break: I’d like to share a few thoughts with you.”

Forgive, But Never Forget. Memorial to the Martyrs of the Deportation in Paris.

Ile de la Cité, a gorgeous and historical island, sits in the middle of Siena in the oldest district of Paris. It’s home to the iconic and spectacular Notre-Dame de Paris Cathedral. You also can see the old bridge, the Pont Neuf, and the city’s narrowest road bridge there, Point de l’Archevêché.  On the easternContinueContinue reading “Forgive, But Never Forget. Memorial to the Martyrs of the Deportation in Paris.”

I was chosen for “Featured Blogger of the Week.”

I am thrilled to be chosen as the featured blogger of the week by Mitch Teemley from The power of STORY blog. Thank you very much for reading and rebloging my post “The proper way to greet people in different countries. Traveling tips for your next trip.” on your website and I’m glad for the opportunityContinueContinue reading “I was chosen for “Featured Blogger of the Week.””

What you need to know before visiting Japan. 

Japan is one of my favorite countries. Beautiful, amazing, modern and very traditional. Traveling across the country is simple if you plan ahead of time. Here is some useful information you should know before traveling to Japan to make your vacation easier and more enjoyable! Best time to visit Japan The best time to visitContinueContinue reading “What you need to know before visiting Japan. “

Join Suitcase Travel Blog on the Telegram platform, Twitter, and other social media networks.   

The social network has become an integral part of our daily life in modern society. People can use social media platforms to join groups of interest, interact with others in their communities, stay in touch with family, and make new friends.  Also, it is important for every blogger to grow their audience, and social networkingContinueContinue reading “Join Suitcase Travel Blog on the Telegram platform, Twitter, and other social media networks.   “

Interesting place in Paris: the Centre Pompidou and Stravinsky Fountain.

This post appears first on my Triptipedia page. In the heart of Paris, not far from the Louvre and the Ile de la Cité, near Les Halles in the 4th arrondissement, you can find high distinctive and remarkable construction: the Centre Pompidou (the Centre national d’art et de culture Georges-Pompidou) and the Stravinsky Fountain.  To begin with, IContinueContinue reading “Interesting place in Paris: the Centre Pompidou and Stravinsky Fountain.”

Celebrate 100 Suitcase Travel Blog posts with an author. Q&A

Today I have a small achievement: I have already published 100 posts. In celebration of my little blogging anniversary, I decided to conduct an interview with myself. I think, through the interview, you can get a good sense of a person’s personality, worldview, and life opinions. I will interview myself, but if you have anyContinueContinue reading “Celebrate 100 Suitcase Travel Blog posts with an author. Q&A”

Happy International Women’s Day!

To my dear women, everywhere; Happy International Women’s Day!   Today is the day that symbolizes strength, unity, solidarity and the ongoing struggle for women’s rights around the world. But also, today is a day that signifies beauty, femininity, grace and harmony.  No matter how strong and independent women have become, we still embrace the capacity andContinueContinue reading “Happy International Women’s Day!”

Global Greeting Etiquette: Greeting Traditions and Traveling tips for your next trip.

Global Greeting Etiquette: Greeting Traditions and Traveling tips for your next trip.

Coffee Break: Let’s start the year with small talk.

2023 is here.  I am still in a festive mood, so I thought it would be nice to start the new year with a cup of aromatic coffee and small talk.  First, best wishes to all of you, my dear friends! Be healthy and positive, don’t let anything mislead you, and don’t fall apart eitherContinueContinue reading “Coffee Break: Let’s start the year with small talk.”

Happy New Year!

It is a New Year and a New beginning. May this year be filled with bright colors, lovely events, and unforgettable adventures. I wish you good luck, success, creativity, happiness, love, and stability in the new year. Let your dreams come true and motivate you to achieve new goals! Happy New Year, my Dear Friends!ContinueContinue reading “Happy New Year!”

Merry Christmas my Dear Friends!

Merry Christmas, my Dear Friends! I wish you a truly wonderful holiday full of heartfelt emotions and lovely surprises. May this magical celebration fill your life with light, warmth, joy, and prosperity. May your guardian angel protect you from all difficulties and hardships! Appreciate everything that you have and enjoy every moment of your life.ContinueContinue reading “Merry Christmas my Dear Friends!”

How to celebrate 2023, Year of the Rabbit.

The New Year is just around the corner. The most magical holiday filled with joy, lovely surprises, and positive emotions. Now it is time to decide how to welcome the upcoming 2023. What should you do to create a cozy and festive atmosphere for New Year’s Eve. It is a good idea to plan aContinueContinue reading “How to celebrate 2023, Year of the Rabbit.”

Your help is very much appreciated! Fantastic video as an extra thank you.

My dear friends! I’m so grateful for your help, comments and suggestions! I highly appreciate it! My blog seems to work well for most readers, so hopefully this small issue can be easily solved for others. ( Post: Need help please.) It is so impressive how many people from different countries were willing to helpContinueContinue reading “Your help is very much appreciated! Fantastic video as an extra thank you.”

Cool place to see a cat colony in Rome.

Torre Argentina Cat Sanctuary Location: Largo di Torre Argentina Via Arenula corner (archaeological area) 6 minutes walk from Pantheon 20 minutes walk from the Colosseum Opening hours: Every day: 12am- 5pm Since ancient times, cats have been very popular in Rome. Besides hunting mice and rats, cats were also great companions for wealthy people. TheContinueContinue reading “Cool place to see a cat colony in Rome.”

The Ultimate Guide to Choosing a Japanese Lucky Cat ( Maneki-neko) and Where to Buy Souvenirs in Tokyo

The Ultimate Guide to Choosing a Japanese Lucky Cat ( Maneki-neko) and Where to Buy Souvenirs in Tokyo.

Etiquette for everyday. Part 3.

Part 3 of the “Etiquette for everyday” series is my favorite. I find it more entertaining and alive.. If you missed the previous posts, you can catch up here: Part 1 and Part 2. Let’s learn more about the etiquette in public places and the rules of small talk. Public Places. Shopping. In order toContinueContinue reading “Etiquette for everyday. Part 3.”

Etiquette for everyday. Part 2.

Hope this topic is still interesting to you. If you missed the first part of the post, then you can read it here. As we already know, the knowledge of  simple rules of etiquette will help you gain confidence, show a level of culture that will ingratiate you with even the most “well-bred” of folk, andContinueContinue reading “Etiquette for everyday. Part 2.”

Etiquette for everyday. Part 1 

Etiquette is an often neglected topic in modern-day life. However, I would say it should become a habit! The ability to present yourself and show proper manners will help to avoid misunderstandings and embarrassment in everyday situations. Having a good understanding of etiquette will make you feel confident and create an excellent first impression. QuiteContinueContinue reading “Etiquette for everyday. Part 1 “

Cozy Italian restaurants in Florence.

Traveling and tasting traditional dishes is one of the best ways to get to know the local culture. Italy is not an exception and we recognize Italians for their exclusive food. Italian cuisine is rich in delicious variety and rooted in centuries-old historical culture. Of course, traditional dishes differ from region to region and TuscanyContinueContinue reading “Cozy Italian restaurants in Florence.”

An Interesting Fact About Michelangelo’s “Creation Of Adam.”

Michelangelo , The Creation of Adam My dear friends, I would like to take a moment to relax and enjoy a coffee break with you during this absolutely insane time.  A very curious fact caught my attention, and I wanted to share it with you. I think you might find it interesting, especially if youContinueContinue reading “An Interesting Fact About Michelangelo’s “Creation Of Adam.””

Best attractions in the Florence and skip the line tickets to the galleries.

Florence Florence is one of the most delightful cities in Italy. So rich in art, architecture, history and it is one of my favorite ones.  Our trip was really amazing that I can endlessly talk about it. There is so much to see, learn, admire, and explore.  All the traveling tips are based on myContinueContinue reading “Best attractions in the Florence and skip the line tickets to the galleries.”

Visiting South Dakota: Things to see around Keystone. Part 2.

Keystone Town, South Dakota To enjoy the little town of Keystone, you will need at least 3-4 days, maybe even a week.  I already shared some necessary information about Mt Rushmore Memorial in my previous post. If you missed it, then please click here to read it.  What else can you explore there?  Here areContinueContinue reading “Visiting South Dakota: Things to see around Keystone. Part 2.”

Visiting South Dakota: Mount Rushmore Memorial and Keystone Town. Part 1.

Mount Rushmore National Memorial Every country or city has a recognizable iconic place or famous symbol.  Even at a glance, you can tell where it is.   The United States is identified with The Statue of Liberty, Las Vegas, The Grand Canyon National Park and, of course, Mount Rushmore National Memorial with the impressive monumental sculptureContinueContinue reading “Visiting South Dakota: Mount Rushmore Memorial and Keystone Town. Part 1.”