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THE CREATIVE WORLD OF AUTHOR ELIZABETH GEOGHEGAN

01/11/2023,

We continue our “Travel and Literature” series * featuring the extraordinary collection “Other latitudes” by Nordica publisher, which includes titles by O. Henry, Steinbeck, Ali Smith, Plath, and Tolstoi.  This book collection keeps growing with new additions. Recently, they have published Eightball, a group of eight impactful stories written by Elizabeth Geoghegan that unfold across Italy, […]

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MAKE YOURSELF AT HOME! BY SIGNE TORP

11/09/2020,

I would like to propose to you a special journey around the world with the talented Norwegian illustrator and picture book writer Signe Torp. Her book Make Yourself at Home! (published by Thames & Hudson) will take you from Cambodia to Mongolia, from Great Britain to Canada, through an artistic, creative, and cultural journey through […]

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ANIMALS: A WILDLIFE PHOTO COLLECTION BY TOMMY SALAS

07/09/2020,

“An animal’s eyes have the power to speak a great language.” – Martin Buber Spanish photographer Tommy Salas has dedicated his work to capture the essence of Asia: its captivating landscapes, its traditions, and its people.  Now, he presents Animals, an extraordinary collection of 20 wildlife photographs taken through his extensive travels.  With Animals, Tommy […]

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THE CREATIVE WORLD OF AUTHOR & ILLUSTRATOR FAUSTO GILBERTI

05/05/2020,

“What I can say… I paint, draw, and make children’s books. “ – Fausto Gilberti We continue our series about the creative world of talented artists from around the world by traveling to Italy and meeting award-winning artist Fausto Gilberti. Fausto has been part of more than 100 exhibitions around the world, and he is the […]

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PARENTING AND LIVING IN NORWAY BY CAROLINE STEINSLAND

09/25/2019,

Have you ever wondered how other families live and raise their children? What could we learn from them? Isn’t it amazing to have a different perspective on parenting?  I have been asking myself these questions for the past few months, and I thought it would be wonderful to feature on World Kids, real families that […]

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THE TOKYOITER: JAPANESE ILLUSTRATORS CELEBRATE TOKYO

06/06/2019,

“The Tokyoiter” is a project that “celebrates the passion for Tokyo and its inhabitants’ story“, and it is also a tribute to “The New Yorker” and “The Parisianer” traditional cover art. Made by Japanese illustrators, and also foreign artists that are living in Tokyo, each cover is a reflection of Tokyo as a diverse city […]

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BON VOYAGE: HOTELS FOR THE CONSCIOUS TRAVELER

05/27/2019,

We live in a fragile world, where each of our decisions – even the smallest ones- can have a terrible impact on our planet. We have encouraged our readers to protect “our beautiful home,” and we have raised awareness about the destruction of the artic and the pollution of our oceans. Regrettably, “there is no […]

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SPANISH JEWELRY WITH ATLANTIC VIBES: DOLORES FOURNIER

01/16/2019,

Galicia-based designer Sonia is the talented and creative mind behind the brand Dolores Fournier, specialized in handcrafted jewelry and flattering accessories. I met Sonia by chance in Madrid when I was shopping for some jewelry and I was immediately impressed by her modern designs and delicate pieces that exude feminity.  We are both from Galicia, […]

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STUDIO STAMP: INTERIOR DESIGN IN MELBOURNE

12/12/2018,

Alexis Reid and Sophie Gunnersen are the dream team behind interior design firm Studio Stamp. After living, working and learning design in Europe and South America, they joined forces in 2009 and founded Studio Stamp in Melbourne. They define themselves as “country girls at heart, with a passion for interiors with soul”.   Their projects […]

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NEW YORK LOVE STORY BY PHOTOGRAPHER KARSTEN STAIGER

12/03/2018,

“I would give the greatest sunset in the world for one sight of New York’s skyline”— Ayn Rand Today we visit 28 Liberty Street in New York, where the project New York Love Story is currently on display. This exclusive year-long installation features over 40 large-format works by German photographer Karsten Staiger. Karsten Staiger has […]

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4 GREAT TRAVEL BOOKS

09/14/2018,

“To travel far, there is no better ship than a book”- Emily Dickinson. Travel and literature go together in this series of great travel books.  Today I am pleased to recommend to you four great books that I have enjoyed reading and that I hope you will like too. Ready to travel to New York, […]

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TRAVEL & PHOTOGRAPHY: AFRICANA SAFARI

07/03/2018,

“If I have ever seen magic, it has been in Africa” – John Hemingway If you have ever dreamt of doing a safari in Africa, Africana Safari can help you achieve that dream. Founded by photographer and travel consultant Lucy Beveridge, Africana Safari is a platform where Lucy shares her deep knowledge and passion for […]

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JAPANESE LITERATURE

04/14/2018,

“If you think of someone enough, you’re sure to meet them again”- Haruki Murakami. We have spoken before about Japanese literature and about Japanese illustrator Shinsuke Yoshitake. Today I would like to recommend you two more books that will transport you immediately to Japan. My first recommendation is Hôzuki by Aki Shimazaki. I would love […]

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ASIAN KIDS (PART 2) BY TOMMY SALAS

01/19/2018,

“Photography is the only language that can be understood anywhere in the world”. Bruno Barbey.   Asian Kids is an amazing collection of 24 photos taken in Myanmar, India, Cambodia, Laos, Thailand, and Vietnam by  Spanish photographer Tommy Salas. Last may we featured the first half of this outstanding collection (you can read the full […]

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FASHION IN DUBAI: CANAVA DESIGN

10/22/2017,

Canava is a Dubai based womenswear label founded by Damascus born designer Nisreen Krimed. Inspired by her Palestinian roots, Nisreen chose the name ‘canava’ which was traditionally used by Palestinian women throughout the years referring to the fabric or canvas used as a base for their beautiful embroideries. Canava today aims to preserve this passion to […]

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TRAVEL & PHOTOGRAPHY: AN ODE TO ISTANBUL BY ANNA SERRANO

08/01/2017,

“I am listening to Istanbul, intent, my eyes closed. The Grand Bazaar’s serene and cool, An uproar at the hub of the Market, Mosque yards are full of pigeons. While hammers bang and clang at the docks Spirng winds bear the smell of sweat; I am listening to Istanbul, intent, my eyes closed” Poem: “I […]

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ASIAN KIDS BY TOMMY SALAS

05/30/2017,

“Photography is all about light, composition and, most importantly, emotion” – Larry Wilder.   Welcome to our travel & photography series! Today we return to Asia! If you are a long time reader of World Kids, you might have realized that I love the work of the Spanish photographer Tommy Salas. (You can read more […]

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5 GREAT TRAVEL BOOKS

02/27/2017,

“I read;  I become;  I travel” – Derek Walcott For those of you who love travel and literature, here are some recommendations of books **  that I have enjoyed reading recently: Amy Tan: Saving Fish from Drowning “On an ill-fated art expedition of the Southern Shan State in Burma, eleven Americans leave their Floating Island […]

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TRAVEL & PHOTOGRAPHY: SANTANDER BY FRANCISCO MATÍA

02/05/2017,

They say you should “never return to the places where you’ve been happy“, but I don’t agree. I love returning again and again to Santander, one of the most beautiful cities on the northern coast of Spain. I was lucky to live in Santander for 4 years, and today I’m thrilled to remember this city […]

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MERCHANTS IN MOTION: VIETNAM WITH A DIFFERENT PERSPECTIVE

11/24/2016,

Merchants in Motion is a photography book filled with vibrant pictures showcasing the diversity in colors, shapes, colors, and textures of the street vendors – “merchants”-  in Hanoi (Vietnam). I am really pleased to introduce you to its author,  Loes Heerink, a Dutch photographer fascinated by Vietnam. I am really grateful that Loes has agreed […]

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TRAVEL & PHOTOGRAPHY: RED COLLECTION II BY TOMMY SALAS

11/02/2016,

I am really thrilled to continue our travel & photography series by featuring the second part of the Red Collection. We travel today to Asia through the extraordinary work of photographer Tommy Salas. Would you like to join me? We will visit India, Myanmar, Indonesia and Laos. 12 photos, 4 Asian countries, 6 Buddhist monks, […]

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COLORS JAPONICA: JOURNEY THROUGH TIMELESS NATURE

08/15/2016,

We have spoken previously about Japanese literature , architecture and children illustration. Today we return to Japan, a fascinating country, to discover  Colors Japonica. I hope you join me in this subtle and exquisite travel thanks to Aoiro Airdesign in which we will learn more about the unique Japanese aesthetics, the philosophy of the Japanese […]

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MY TRAVEL ATELIER’S GUIDE TO CUBA

08/10/2016,

It is a great honor to welcome today Christina, author of the  great travel blog My Travel Atelier. Her blog is truly amazing: fun to read, full of great tips, written with honesty and with beautiful photos.You cannot miss today her complete guide and diary from 17 days of roadtrippin’ Cuba. Thank you Christina!   […]

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THE STORY OF THE PIANIST ON THE ARCTIC OCEAN

06/24/2016,

Here’s the story of a man, the ocean and a piano… and about the fragility of our planet. I read long ago the book “Novecento” by Alessandro Baricco:  a brilliant theatrical monologue which narrates the story of Danny Boodman “Novecento”. He was abandoned on the transatlantic Viginian soon after his birth and never  got off […]

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