by Jamie | Feb 6, 2020 | The Cultural Insider
Rio de Janeiro, hot weather, Caipirinhas, drums, sparkly feather costumes… This is what often comes to mind when we think about Carnival. However, Carnival is also celebrated in other parts of the world in February. Cologne, Germany’s fourth biggest city, is home to...
by Jamie | Feb 4, 2020 | Articles
Going global successfully is part art, part science — and a lot of hard work. In a world without boundaries, companies with international meetings and events must contend with a complex set of requirements. As a result, globalization of meetings has created an...
by Jamie | Jan 9, 2020 | The Cultural Insider
Have you ever thought about how the meaning of colors across cultures can vary? Certain colors are often popular for specific holidays or occasions. For example, you will see red all over during Chinese New Year because it is related to good fortune. The meaning of...
by Jamie | Dec 12, 2019 | The Cultural Insider
Do you have December holidays on your mind right now? Around the world, December is a time for many holiday celebrations. And it’s not just Christmas. For example, Jewish people all over the world celebrate Hanukkah and Black people in the United States often...
by Jamie | Nov 20, 2019 | Articles
While tipping may be a common practice in the United States, the same does not always hold true abroad. In many countries, tipping after a meal is not part of local custom. In some cases it’s even frowned upon. Why don’t some countries expect tipping? Here are some...
