by Stowaway Magazine | Jun 7, 2012 | Features, Summer 2012
Patagonia remains somewhat of a mystery to many world travelers, and at the same time serves as a symbol of the extreme in world geography. In his book Patagonia Revisited, travel writer Bruce Chatwin sums up the mystery of this largely unfamiliar region: “Since its...
by Stowaway Magazine | Sep 29, 2011 | Culture, Eats
It’s that time of year—the time when moms everywhere make their famous (or infamous) homemade pumpkin pie. But pumpkin can be used in much more than just pie. Put a twist on this year’s helping of pumpkin by trying these recipes from around the world. Mashed Pumpkin...
by Stowaway Magazine | Sep 29, 2011 | Happenings
After you’ve achieved “cultural authenticity” by eating with your hands, experience something your hosts actually care about—their sports. Not your typical breed of athletics, these attractions are often an ancient cultural tradition of their host nation. TEJO:...
by Stowaway Magazine | Dec 8, 2010 | Field Notes
Our insiders share their tips and tricks to make your body language blend in with the locals’ and to avoid making a major faux-pas.England Chris Mann from East Grinstead, England, shares the following story about the “backwards peace sign” (making a V with your...