For everyone for whom shopping's a big part of the fun of travel -- whether it's for exotic souvenirs in Bali, custom-tailored suits in Bangkok, or discount couture in Paris.
Beautiful - and culturally meaningful - things to shop for in Kenya
For many, the first thing that comes to mind when it comes to Kenya is wildlife and safaris. But visitors should also keep in mind this country´s rich artistic and cultural heritage - thanks to its more than 70 ethnic groups such as the Kikuyu, Kamba, Luhya, Maasai, and Kalenjin - both to witness (such as tribal dances) and to buy as mementos of their trip here (esecially masks, figurines, and other forms of sculpture). This beautiful country keeps the spirit of its ancestors alive…
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Black Friday...bleeding over to Thursday...is just about here. Forget the malls and come Shopping with The World on Wheels!
Bad news: The The great Bluestone Gallery in Milford, PA, which displays works by potter and bell-maker David Greenbaum and other nationally known artists and artisans, is going out of business. The good news is that Bluestone has dramatically reduced its prices for its final week. This is a chance to pick up quality pieces at a fraction of what they'd normally cost. http://bit.ly/t7OIRT
Thanks,
Rose
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ChicWalks Vancouver Shopping App. This app gives you all the information you need to know about shopping in Vancouver by providing highly
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To learn more about the app and to see the step-by-step demo, check out the YouTube Video: bit.ly/ChicWalks_on_YouTube
You can also check out ChicWalks online at http://www.chicwalks.com/home.html