Tequila Tasting in Mexico
The acrid taste of nailpolish. Throat burning. Eyes watering. An overwhelming feeling of wanting to vomit. These are the sensations I usually experience when drinking Tequila. It may taste like poison but this go-to “let’s get drunk” drink always does the trick – bringing even the most reluctant of partiers to the next level of intoxication. A visit to the Jose Cuervo distillery, located in the town of Tequila in the Western part of Mexico, gave me a new appreciation for this legendary liquor.
List of World’s Bests
Cappadocia, Turkey
People often ask me: “You’ve been around the world…so what was the ONE best country?” It’s a straight-forward question but I don’t have a straight-forward answer. Visiting 80 countries it’s hard to name just one “best.” Each is unique and awesome for different reasons. So, in an attempt to answer that hard-hitting question, I’ve crafted a list of the worlds ‘Bests’ …
Sydney by Drag Queen
After meeting our tour guide ‘Kara Van Park,’ a hairy-chested, 40-year-old ‘dude’ decked out in a red sequin gown, a pink frilly boa and a Tina Turner wig, I realized that Sydney by Diva is not your typical tourist attraction. Hosted by some of the city’s top female impersonators, this three-hour bus tour dishes out unconventional Sydney facts with a comedic, drag queen twist. It’s part city tour, part diva crash-course.
Car Blessings in Bolivia
With jam-packed traffic, winding roads, sheer drops and shoddy mechanics, it’s no wonder Bolivian drivers need the help of a priest.
For good luck and safe passage, local commuters visit the shores of Lake Titicaca, in the small town of Copacabana for one main reason – a car blessing. The Bolivian car blessing ceremonies happen every morning at around 10 a.m., outside the cathedral off the main city square.
Contemporary Art in Communist China
Contemporary Art, Photography and Abstract Sculpture at Factory 798
Factory 798 isn’t necessarily what you’d expect to find in a communist country. This arts district is peppered with industrial spaces turned art galleries, showcasing contemporary art, photography and abstract sculpture.
Located in the Dashanzi area, this former state-owned factory can be tough to find but, those who venture beyond central Beijing will be rewarded with trendy cafes and awesome art designed by Chinese and Taiwanese artists.
Are You A Spielberg Wannabe? Learn to Make Movies and Travel
New York Film Academy offers a four-week workshop that teaches Spielberg wannabes how to write, shoot, direct and edit (Photo credit: nyfa.com)
Ever since I was little, it’s been a dream of mine… I always wanted to become a famous filmmaker. Calling the shots, directing the crew and strolling down the red carpet at Cannes with the likes of James Cameron and Quentin Tarantino.
Instead of signing up for four years of filmmaking school, I hunted on-line for an intensive film course that would teach me the craft, quickly. New York Film Academy offers a four-week workshop that teaches Spielberg wannabes how to write, shoot, direct and edit. Their programs are all over the world, from Paris to Milan, London to Seoul, Tokyo, Florence and Shanghai. www.nyfa.com
I paid my tuition, packed my things and flew down to NYFA’s Los Angeles school, located near the Universal Studios lot.
Train Ride from Hell in India
That’s us, waiting for the train
Our story unfolds with a loitering young man, an invalid ticket and an overbooked train. My friend Jenny and I were sitting comfortably in our supposed seats, preparing for the overnight, 27-hour journey from West Bengal to India’s capital city. We were approached and told we were in the wrong berth. I argued belligerently. The conductor was summoned and, surprise surprise, he informed us that our second class A/C tickets are for the right day but the wrong month. Duh.
Lesson #1: When buying a train ticket, confirm all details and check the date before making a fool of yourself.
