Michael Acevedo
Understanding Cinco de Mayo: History, Significance, and Celebrations
As margaritas flow and mariachi music fills the air, Cinco de Mayo, the 5th of May, has become a vibrant celebration across the United...
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Michael Acevedo
Apr 223 min
Earth Day: Celebrating Our Planet and Promoting Environmental Awareness
Every year on April 22nd, people worldwide celebrate Earth Day, but why?
Michael Acevedo
Dec 10, 20223 min
A Pedacito Of The Elements Of Culture: People, Place, Food, And Art
Pedacitos Travel & Culture was founded in 2020 by Michael Acevedo, a former Disney Imagineer who wanted to form a platform to bring his...
Ian Berger
Feb 11, 20223 min
How To Overcome Jetlag Like A Champ
It was 2020 and I was on my way to Thailand from the USA. My first big international trip. I boarded the huge vessel that would take us...
Kay Davis
Jan 5, 20224 min
Travel Mistakes I'll Never Make Again
Let’s face it. Everyone who travels has made mistakes along the way and it doesn’t matter if the trip is a quick one near your home or a...
Alex Gerlach
Oct 25, 20214 min
Sustainable Tourism: Can Travel Be Eco-Friendly?
The tourism and travel industry has a lot more impact than some people may realize. When thinking about the industries of tomorrow, you...
Alex Gerlach
Oct 15, 20214 min
5 Tips To Make The Most Of Your Vacation
The day has finally arrived. Your bags are packed, your passport is in hand, and you’re ready for a week of relaxation or adventure at...
Ryle Eddings
Oct 11, 20214 min
Travel As A Global Citizen
Many of us are guilty of this at some point in our lives. We travel to a foreign country and spend the entire time holed up in a resort...
Kay Davis
Oct 8, 20213 min
Protecting Yourself When Traveling Solo
Traveling solo can be exhilarating, but it can also be a little scary. I have done it often, both for work and for fun. Although every...
Judson Blane
Sep 29, 20213 min
How To Not Look Like A Tourist
Don‘t wear running shoes unless you‘re running. The end. Thanks for reading. I kid I kid. Though I stand strongly by the statement. We...
Alex Gerlach
Sep 4, 20213 min
Why Wildlife Conservation And Protection Is So Important
When we think about endangered species and wildlife conservation, we often imagine elephants, rhinoceroses, or other animals we often...
Kay Davis
Sep 1, 20214 min
The Best Online Travel Resources
Traveling these days is much easier, thanks to easy access to various websites and apps that can help you plan and book your trip. What...
Kay Davis
Aug 24, 20213 min
How To Take The Best Travel Photos
I am no expert on taking photos and am a good amateur photographer, at best. However, I have a ton of great photos from all of my trips...
Alex Gerlach
Aug 20, 20214 min
What’s All The Buzz About? National Honey Bee Awareness Day
Happy National Honey Bee Awareness Day! At Pedacitos Blog, we understand the important role that the environment and wildlife play in our...
Maria Hernandez
Aug 18, 20213 min
The Best Way To Save Money While Traveling
When planning a trip, creating a budget is as crucial as choosing the right destination. Money is one of the most important factors to...
Melissa Lipari
Aug 17, 20213 min
Why #NationalThriftShopDay Is Important For Our Planet And Society
On August 17th, we celebrate National Thrift Shop Day in support of local thrift stores and further awareness towards donation centers....
Alex Gerlach
Aug 16, 20214 min
How To Make The Most Of Your "Friendcation"
After over a year of little to no travel, I’m sure many of us are excited to safely explore new places or leave our home state. Solo...
Kay Davis
Aug 13, 20213 min
Learning To Communicate In A Foreign Country When You Can't Speak The Language
Traveling to an area where you do not speak the language can prove difficult. But over time, I’ve been given a few helpful tips from some...
Ryle Eddings
Aug 12, 20213 min
The Unfiltered Truth About Water Quality While Traveling
Before I moved to Albania, I read online that the country's water quality was not that great and that I should try to avoid using tap...
Anusha Parthasarathy
Aug 11, 20214 min
Tips For Traveling With A Pet
You’re all charged up to go on your next big trip, now that the world is slowly and surely opening up. But there’s one important issue to...
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