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Eau Claire’s Artistic Wonders
The American heartland city of Eau Claire is enjoying an artistic renaissance. Sitting at the junction of the Eau Claire and Chippewa Rivers in Wisconsin, Eau Claire is French for “clear water,” and water is a defining physical feature of the city.
Looking Behind the Funhouse Mirror in Thailand
The dock at Ao Nang in Krabi, Thailand is as nondescript as any western restaurant patio. Wooden slats make up a narrow walkway with benches on either side.
Eau Claire’s Artistic Wonders
The American heartland city of Eau Claire is enjoying an artistic renaissance. Sitting at the junction of the Eau Claire and Chippewa Rivers in Wisconsin, Eau Claire is French for “clear water,” and water is a defining physical feature of the city.
Looking Behind the Funhouse Mirror in Thailand
The dock at Ao Nang in Krabi, Thailand is as nondescript as any western restaurant patio. Wooden slats make up a narrow walkway with benches on either side.
Quirky Albuquerque, Five Things To Experience in the Land of Enchantment
Most people think of Santa Fe when visiting New Mexico, but Albuquerque, where Native culture combines with New Mexican and Mexican influences throughout this quirky city, is a fascinating place to visit.
Quebec City: Where New France celebrates its heritage
In 1608 the first Europeans set foot on North American soil. Samuel de Champlain, considered to be the founding father of New France, built a settlement that would later be called Quebec City.
Central Florida Lantern Festival Shines Light on Chinese Culture
The Lunar New Year is celebrated across Asia by gathering with family, decorating the house with red couplets and giving red envelopes with money to friends and colleagues. Also known as Spring Festival in China, this 15-day celebration starts on January 22nd and ends with the Lantern Festival on February 5th.
Exploring Portland’s Multicultural Offerings
The cult TV show Portlandia pushed Portland, Oregon to hipster fame, but behind the city’s heralded “cool” veneer, lies a white supremacist history. Black people were explicitly forbidden from living in the city when the state entered the union in 1859.
A day out amongst the white lions of Johannesburg
Lions and elephants are nothing fantastic. They are part of the DNA of the land and they are not page turners. There is an animal park on every road leading out of Johannesburg.
Exploring Acadia National Park
Acadia National Park is one of the fifty-eight National Parks in the United States and it is in the state of Maine. The park’s original
Featured Podcast
Martha’s Vineyard: Along the Deaf Heritage Trail and beyond
Nancy Gardella, executive director of the Martha’s Vineyard Chamber of Commerce, says that Martha’s Vineyard is so much more than its pretty beaches and famous … Read more
Recent Podcasts
Unlocking the Weird, Wonderful and Obscure Secrets of Washington, DC
From spirit circles to brothels and Sonny Bono, these are just a few of the backstories behind JoAnn Hill’s new book, Secret Washington DC.
World Footprints Holiday Music Special
'Tis the season with the gift of holiday music.
Remembering Emmett Till
Join us as we remember Emmett Till, recount the bravery of Mamie Till-Mobley and learn about a connection with Rosa Parks.
Editors' Picks - Selections of inspiring stories from around the world
How South Korea is Painting Its Way out of Poverty
On a warm June day, the ocean breeze cools balmy Busan, … Read more
Women’s History Month: My Grandmother’s Malta
This may seem a little strange but Women’s History Month always has me thinking about travelling to Malta. It is the birthplace of my grandmother; my mother’s mother
Kefi Culture: The Greek Ethos
Greeks don’t seek kefi, they find it naturally in their day-to-day lives.
ABOUT US
Hi! We’re Tonya & Ian, two recovering lawyers and the founders of World Footprints. Travel is our passion and illuminating our shared humanity to inspire people to discover the world with an open heart and mind is our purpose. We founded World Footprints on the principle of ‘Ubuntu’, a Zulu expression of unity and our responsibility to one another and our planet.
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