Buying at the source and finding regional craft specialties Like the food, craft items in Mexico are regional and the three states that make up the Yucatan peninsula: Quintano Roo, Yucatan, and Campeche are renowned for particular specialties. The most
The Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) Program and What it Means to You Over 5000 products from 128 countries can be imported into the United States duty free due to the Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) program. Started to promote economic
To find superior textiles in Ecuador, you need to go beyond the textile market in Otavalo and Quito’s upscale stores like Olga Fisch and Tianguez. You have to go to the source… As my hotelier in Otavalo said “there isn’t
Interested in a condensed route to some of the best discount shopping in Manhattan? Don’t spend your time and energy shopping around – I’ve done the legwork for you! “Never pay retail” is an adage most New Yorkers have ingrained in
Laduree’s first American patisserie opens much to the excitement of New Yorkers. Long lines ensue for months… After I posted a (now missing) picture of the Laduree line on Facebook Wednesday night, a friend asked if this was the wait