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Tips for Ethical Haggling Abroad

On how travelers can be more conscious of our privilege when bargaining.

Bargaining Abroad: 5 Ethical Haggling Tips for Travelers

Blair

May 13, 20206 min read

Bargaining Abroad: 5 Ethical Haggling Tips for Travelers

In this blog, I'll present some ways for travelers to be more conscious of how we participate in bargaining when traveling.

Abidjan Green Arts: Banco National Park's Art Exhibit in the Forest

Blair

Feb 18, 20206 min read

Abidjan Green Arts: Banco National Park's Art Exhibit in the Forest

Abidjan Green Arts (AGA) is a biennial festival created by Ivorian artist Jems Koko Bi. AGA brings attention to the issue of deforestation.

A Weekend on Gorée Island: On Kinship in Unexpected Places

Blair

Nov 27, 20196 min read

A Weekend on Gorée Island: On Kinship in Unexpected Places

A couple of weeks ago, I spent 3 days on Goree Island, an international tourist destination known for its role in the Transatlantic slave...

Beginning my Fulbright Journey: On Bittersweet Goodbyes and Warm Hellos (and Identity Theft)

Blair

Sep 1, 20197 min read

Beginning my Fulbright Journey: On Bittersweet Goodbyes and Warm Hellos (and Identity Theft)

Reflections on my transition to Senegal.

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