Korean Wedding Traditions

by Rafi Michael (edited by Lynne Hand)

In the past, the marriage between a man and woman in Korea represented the joining of two families, rather than the joining of two individuals. As such, the event was often called Taerye (Great Ritual), and people from all over participated. Steeped in traditional Confucian values, the ceremonies and events surrounding the actual marriage were long and elaborate, from the pairing of the couple to the rituals performed after the ceremony.

Discover The Hospitality And Magic Of Africa's Waters

Original photo by Moron noodle

by Matthias Zeitler (edited by Lynne Hand)

Scuba diving is an amazing activity that allows your body and mind to be active in a wonderful way. Seeing the world that exists underwater transports you to a dream world full of creatures and colours.

September's Business English Article

How To Write a Killer Sales Letter

By Eric Fields

When writing a sales letter there are certain rules you should follow. Your main goal when writing a sales letter is to catch your readers' interest.  Before you begin to write your sales letter, research your target audience. Learn what their common needs and problems are.

Now let's continue to the content of the sales letter.

A Masterstroke In Florence Suspended Over The Arno River

Original photo by Yeowatzup

by Dan Ganz

Ponte Vecchio is probably the most worldwide celebrated bridge in Florence: the modern architectural structure we can see today consisting of three stone arches, and followed in 1565 to a old wooden bridge built in the ancient Roman times. The first wooden building dates back to 972 and was smashed by a flood in Florence in 1117. The most beautiful architectural part is surely an opening midway of the bridge that offers a stunning view of the river Arno and its shoreline (The shore it’s pretty visible, because there’s not a lot of water in the river!).

Throat Singing In the Inuit Culture

by Clint Leung

Originally, Inuit throat singing was a form of entertainment among Inuit women while the men were away on hunting trips.  It was an activity that was primarily done by Inuit women although there have been some men doing it as well.  In the Inuit language Inuktitut, throat singing is called katajjaq, pirkusirtuk or nipaquhiit depending on the Canadian Arctic region.  It was regarded more as a type of vocal or breathing game in the Inuit culture rather than a form of music.

Body Language Speaks Louder Than Words

by Lydia Ramsey

Has it ever occurred to you how much you are saying to people even when you are not speaking?  Unless you are a master of disguise, you are constantly sending messages about your true thoughts and feelings whether you are using words or not.