Life is a journey with many beginnings and endings as one travels from one stage to the next. A rite of passage celebrates that entry, marked by a successful jo... Read More...
All across the globe and in nearly every culture -- births, transitions to adulthood, marital status, and even death are highlighted with some type of ceremony ... Read More...
The Cuban holiday known as National Revolution Day is celebrated annually on July 26th. It recognizes and celebrates the revolt led by Fidel Castro in 1953 whic... Read More...
The ambiance is replete with the sights, smells, and flavors that recreate the mood of Old Havana. From the old, but working, truck parked out front to the ... Read More...
Enter a world where a mixture of Art, Culture, and African Heritage is nurtured and grown to full maturity for all the world to see.
Located southwes... Read More...
FACES OF EXPATRIATION – OMAN
Certainly, it must take an incredible amount of courage with equal parts motivation to decide to leave the home of your birth an... Read More...
Beer, Wine, and Distilled liquors have been around for centuries and since fermentation is a natural phenomenon, occurring as fruit ages and decomposes, in theo... Read More...
"Wine is constant proof that God loves us
and wants us to be happy."
- Ben Franklin
Most travelers would agree that the allure of any destination i... Read More...
It's Black history month, and this month we are blessed that two amazing projects have come to fruition and are available to music lovers everywhere. ... Read More...
Ask any adult what creative outlet they used when the weather did not permit outside activity, and it is certain many will say they indulge in “coloring.” Color... Read More...
taboo
adjective
Prohibited or restricted by social custom.
Within each culture, there are social norms, and for every person that abides by the rules... Read More...
"Love yourself, so that love will not be a stranger when it comes."
- Jenifer Lewis
Watching Jenifer Lewis on TV, one cannot help but think or e... Read More...
New Year. New Destinations. New Themes.
The beginning of the new year is like a blank canvas, and with the world at our disposal, the editorial team at Griots ... Read More...
“Eventually the girl you took for granted will take her love and give it to herself and someday someone better than you will love her in all the ways you couldn... Read More...
"Everything will change. The only question is growing up or decaying."
The works of Nikki Giovanni’s emerged amidst the struggles and strife of the civil... Read More...
“A lot of times people see exercise as punishment for poor decisions, but a change in mindset about wellness and exercise is all that’s needed. It’s more about ... Read More...
FACES OF EXPATRIATION - FRANCE
“Fortunately with today’s technology, like Facetime, Skype and Whatsapp, we are able connect and share with our families the w... Read More...
This month we delve into the theme of Global Sports, and while we are currently experiencing some tumultuous times in American sports, we cut right to the heart... Read More...
“Sorrow is food swallowed too quickly, caught in the throat, making it nearly impossible to breathe.”
- Jesmyn Ward
If you have had the distinct honor of re... Read More...
FACES OF EXPATRIATION -
THE UNITED ARAB EMIRATES
I “used to” convert dirhams to dollars and Celsius to Fahrenheit. Well, I am done doing with stuff like th... Read More...
FACES OF EXPATRIATION - MEXICO
"I actually haven't stayed in the USA longer than a week since 2011. So that tells you all you need to know. "
While ... Read More...
“My definition of a racist idea is a simple one: it is any concept that regards one racial group as inferior or superior to another racial group in any way.”
... Read More...
“Get a job!”
Shawn Alleyne chuckles as he recollects that line which we are confident has come from the mouths of every parent of a child who expressed the des... Read More...
Geek culture has always been present in the United States, but in its earlier years, it operated more as a sub-culture as things associated with it were simply ... Read More...
FACES OF EXPATRIATION – CHINA
Ramone Turnquest is CEO & Creative Director for Haus of Regal V. Real, a luxury bag company based in China. He is the former ... Read More...
A seasoned project manager, Rodney's planning and resource management skills have been utilized by several Fortune 500 companies and local governments worldwide. He has lived as an expat in China and India, and brings effective interpersonal communication competencies to the GR team.
As the Griots Republic SVP of Sales and as a veteran traveler, we rely on
his experience in international business and all things travel.
