I remember the first time I flew on a plane. I was eight years old, and I was headed to Disney World with my family.…
Author: Ruth Brandt
Because of annoying TSA regulations and the lack of space on planes, trains and buses, travelers are often limited when it comes to the makeup…
Sleeping in a public place: I’m looking at you, airport floor. Brushing your teeth in a public bathroom: Again, airport. Day drinking: Because when you’re…
“Welcome home, Ruth,” the customs officer said with a warm smile. The signs read “Newark Liberty International Airport.” I took my time walking through the…
Tomorrow night, I will board a plane at Pajas Blancas Airport and watch the city lights of Córdoba disappear through an airplane window. Argentina will…
So, here’s what we know: my wallet with my passport, almost all of my money, my credit cards and my drivers license was stolen on…
In the famous words of every basic white girl ever: I can’t even. Traveling comes with risks. Knowing this, before coming to Córdoba, I prepared…
As of yesterday, I have already been in Argentina for four weeks (*tear*), working at Centro Comunitario Esperanza and exploring the country. Undoubtedly, during the…
If you like snow, red wine and the Andes Mountains, I would strongly recommend that you visit Mendoza, Argentina. Mendoza, famous for its Malbec and…
After this weekend, I believe in love at first sight. And no, I did not fall in love with a handsome Argentinian gentleman, although that…
You spend your morning outside in the sunshine, enjoying the summer. I spend my morning watching tiny, living blobs of fleece and yarn waddle through…
Every day at 1:00 p.m., I don a jacket, a hat and a scarf, grab my bag and walk ten minutes to Calle Maipú, a…