by Jordan Park | Dec 7, 2020 | Features, Winter 2021
Some borders lie along physical barriers, like mountain ranges or large bodies of water, while others are solely based on treaties, purchases, and wars. These types of borders don’t always take into account the people living at the new edge of a country. Regardless of...
by Stowaway Magazine | Mar 9, 2018 | Blog
Most visitors to Belgium tour its capital, Brussels. But Bruges, just an hour away from Brussels, is Belgium’s hidden jewel. Bruges is a city of wonderfully preserved medieval houses and picturesque canals. While the official language of Bruges is Flemish, many of its...
by Stowaway Magazine | Jul 1, 2014 | Happenings, Summer 2014
Every July 4, the United States celebrates its independence with barbecues, fireworks, games, and parades. Here’s a look at other independence days around the world. Jamaica August 6 Jamaica’s independence day is celebrated to commemorate historic battles and fallen...
by Stowaway Magazine | May 30, 2012 | Arts, Culture, Fall 2012
Dusty rooms, faded pictures—for many people, the word lace implies old. Recently, though, lace has been making a comeback in a big way. At her marriage to Prince William last year, Kate Middleton wore a wedding dress featuring handmade lace from the Royal School of...
