Your dollar, your strength

Article Abstract:

Travel in Russia is very inexpensive now and because of the desirability of the dollar, American visitors are usually treated well. Care should be taken to avoid contact with the growing numbers of street gangs. Graft and bribery should be expected.

Russia, Description and travel, Ruble (Russia), Organized crime

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Take a beautiful foot and give it your best: a salute to the art of Ferragamo, Mozart of the cobblers

Article Abstract:

Italian shoe designer Salvatore Ferragamo made his reputation in the US by catering to Hollywood movie stars in the 1920s. After returning to Italy in 1927, Ferragamo's innovative designs helped make the Italian fashion industry world class.

Italy, Footwear industry, Biography, Design and construction, Shoes, Ferragamo, Salvatore

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Give the buck a break

Article Abstract:

The weakness of the American dollar makes international travel costly for Americans. The smartest travelers, however, can still travel economically.

Editorial, Travel, Economic aspects

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