In the Wiginning Wigs can be dated back to the 4th century B.C. being a part of the Egyptian culture. Egyptians would shave their heads to protect themselves from vermin, but the hot sun lead their sensitive heads susceptible. The use of wigs was incorporated into the social structure so as to show...

If you are interested in moving to Spain, or even just traveling in the country for a while, you will want to have some basic knowledge. Spain is divided into fifty provinces. The main large cities in Spain are: Madrid, Barcelona. Valencia, Seville, Malaga and Bilbao. Once you decide upon which area...

Looking for the perfect gift to give your loved ones can indeed be very hard. Oftentimes, the desire to give the perfect holiday gift is a very different thing from actually choosing it. If you're one of the people who finds this problem a bit too much to handle, here's a few tips guaranteed to ma...

Bond, James Bond, if those words stir your martini then you knows Omega. The official bond watches were made by Omega. An Omega watch is not only known for its status but also is a masterpiece of perfect time keeping. Omega watches are used in times where precision is of importance and so sports ti...

By far, pop culture has had the greatest influence on fashion and by inclusion hair styles and designs. The creativity of the music and film industries have literally spearheaded the 'must have styles'. Actors such as Gregory Peck introduced us to classic suave hair do's, and actresses like Audrey H...

I am a big proponent of Greeter Programs, i.e. programs that involve local volunteers who are coordinated by the city, then matched up with tourist who are looking for a personal tour of the city. Greeter Programs allow travellers to get to know the city through the eyes of a local resident and they...

The work on this website continues to allow me to connect with all sorts of interesting people. Some time in September my brother called me from Austria and told me that he had read about this fellow - Bruce Bell - in a German travel magazine. Apparently he gives guided culinary tours of the St. Law...

During the year 1880s the British Military changed its bright uniform colors to avoid easy capture by their enemies. The Color of the British Uniform was felt too bright so hat the soldiers became obvious targets even in darkness. The uniform was changed to a more subdued color. But they kept the tr...

For me a city becomes vibrant and exciting when its institutions and facilities become accessible to a diverse audience that cuts across ethnic groups and social classes. Things get even more interesting when foreign travelers become part of this mindset and set out to discover the city through the...

Paul's story is an interesting one since it combines extensive world travel and an interesting life journey - a deliberate switch from a successful career in the heart of Hollywood to a quieter life in Toronto. Paul Teolis and I linked up recently some time after a seminar he taught on travel photog...

Funny t-shirts seem to be the new thing in middle schools, high schools, and colleges across the country. The youth of today really want to stand out from the crowd, and that is why they have started turning to clothing that says how they truly feel with a humorous touch. You can tell a lot about a...

As you know by now, http://www.travelandtransitions.com has dedicated itself to building bridges between people of different places and different backgrounds. There are many organizations and individuals out there who believe in the same cause, and none more so than Toronto's legendary Lombardi fami...

As a European immigrant, historical districts always hold a great fascination to me. Over the last few years, Toronto has been enriched by the revitalization of an entire district: the Distillery District, a complex of 13 acres composed of 44 buildings, made a stunning transformation from outdated i...

Morocco henna leather lamps are becoming more and more popular as an eye-catching decorating accessory. Sometimes, all a room needs to make it dynamic and really stand out are those unique extras that go above and beyond the average every day pieces. If ever there were words to describe these lamps,...

Ballet is an art and it is different from other dance forms. Ballet is a specific dance form and technique. Many historians list dance as the oldest of the human art forms. When looking at dance it is very structured in its movements, when dance is set to a musical score for rhythm, you are able to...

Every individual is unique in his own way. This makes him different from anyone else. Even brothers and sisters differ a lot. But with every person's distinct characteristics, he should still be able achieve good relationship with other people. Many generations have been in existence for years now....

With so many sites to see in Barcelona taking your camera is a must to help you show off and remember all that you did. There are so many things to do and so many things to see you will likely make more than one album while on your trip of all of the different things you did and saw. * Base your pla...

A surefire way to make a visit to a foreign country more enjoyable is to understand a bit about the country's history, heritage, culture and politics. The history of Spain has been molded by many influences. The Iberian Peninsula, which encompasses Spain and Portugal has been occupied through the...

From the designer brands to your everyday lenses which you can get from the local department store. Everybody looks cool in designer sunglasses. But for many people, designer sunglasses are too expensive to buy. Designer shades cost more but are a very coveted fashion accessory. Most people when pur...

By the end of the third century A.D., the empire was getting plagued by civil war and barbarian invasions. Eventually the old legions became disorganized and spread out. Cohorts were disbanded and others were sent to various regions to fill gaps in the defense. Legions were spread out across the emp...