archives: Local customs

If you want the MacGuyver know-how to rescue a no-pipe situation, then this article will bequeath upon you the knowledge and skills to save the day.  More »

China could be the Holy Grail for smokers. China’s love affair with tobacco is estimated at 30% of the world’s total consumption. Smoking bans a  More »

An estimated 3,000 Euros are tossed into the Trevi Fountain every day. And now this idiot, too.  More »

(512): After a few more beers I realized that both my wife and I like Latin men.  More »

Thanks to Chicago’s quirky liquor laws, you can cut down on dining expenses at BYOB – bring your own beer and wine - restaurants all around the ci  More »

Start with dinner at home or in a restaurant, but not too early. You’ll need stamina to party until dawn so rest up and don’t begin your evening u  More »

Prostitution is illegal in Japan, which may be one of the reasons for so many creative "alternatives."  More »

Our tour of Carnaval continues...this time, in Uruguay.  More »

Carnaval-- by the people and for the people--beyond Rio.  More »

These 4 European cities prove that Rio hasn't cornered the market on Carnival-induced revelry.  More »

2. Menya Musashi: "The cooks are animated in the open kitchen, with the head noodle chef constantly yelling as he pulls noodles from boiling water. .   More »

From Australia to Macedonia, here's the breakdown of where smoking is accepted, and where it'll land you in jail.   More »