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LA CARMINA TO HOST PROJECT EXPLORER TRAVEL TV SERIES IN ASIA! GOOD GLOBAL CITIZEN NONPROFIT PROJECT.


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My dark ones, I’m very excited to announce my latest travel hosting job! Andrew Zimmern (Bizarre Foods host) introduced me to Project Explorer, an educational nonprofit travel series for young people. The mission: to provide students with access to multimedia resources that foster cross-cultural understanding. Project Explorer has put the spotlight on four countries to date — and I’ll be hosting the next travel series in Asia.

(The fanart above is by the ultra-talented Erika Relyea, age 13 — my cat’s happy smile is spot on! If you’d like to showcase your Carmina / Basil art here, send me an email.)

I’m so excited to be part of a project that fosters causes dear to me. On Project Explorer’s Good Global Citizen website, anyone can upload videos to share ideas on global citizenship. Anthony Bourdain, Andrew Zimmern and I participated; you can see my video above and here.

How travel has changed your global perspective? What does it mean to YOU to be a Good Global Citizen? Submit your own video response at http://www.goodglobalcitizen.ning.com

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No need for circle contact lenses or eyelid surgery to achieve the big-eyed effect — dramatic fake eyelashes will do the trick. As for your lips: say no to collagen, and yes to sparkly pink lip gloss. My shirt with the cute ghost print is by Peace Now, from Closet Child Ikebukuro.

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Now, I’m wondering if you can help us out with something… Might you have any contacts with the tourism boards of Japan, Korea or Taiwan? Project Explorer would like to speak to a representative to collaborate on the travel series. Please let me know if you have any tourism board contacts or can help out in any way.

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Do you remember when CSN Stores sent my Scottish Fold a fancy cat lounger? Wahh, another package has arrived for the little prince!

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My round-head kitty sniffed the big box. What could be inside? CSN has online stores for lights, health and fitness, office supplies… Or could it be another pampered pet product? (And how cute are Basil’s sideways-feet?)

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Basil Farrow is giving me an angry face; I guess I’d better open up the box. Keep checking this blog to see what he received!

What’s your favorite travel TV show? I’m a fan of Andrew Zimmern and Anthony Bourdain, but I’ll watch any program that involves travel. Please let me know if you have contacts with Asian tourism organizations; thank you in advance!

Japanese Word of the Day: Chikyu zentai no = Global
Song of the Day: ohGr – cracker

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67 Comments

  1. Frizzly
    Posted July 22, 2010 at 6:20 pm | Permalink

    To me when I think of global citizenship I think about helping ppl who are less fortunate then me:-)I think we should all make an effort to help others:-)

  2. Fron
    Posted July 22, 2010 at 6:20 pm | Permalink

    I love your sweater!

    • lacarmina
      Posted July 22, 2010 at 7:30 pm | Permalink

      Thanks! It’s a shirt by Peace Now, from Closet Child Ikebukuro.

  3. Raelz
    Posted July 22, 2010 at 6:21 pm | Permalink

    I have a random question for you and I hope you’re not offended: are you half japanese half white? sorry for my lack of knowledge. I also have another question for you: what kind of career can you have by engaging in world cultures? I love that stuff!

    • lacarmina
      Posted July 22, 2010 at 6:54 pm | Permalink

      heheh I’m not offended, don’t worry! ;) I’m actually neither… my parents are from Hong Kong, so I’m Chinese. A lot of people think I’m Japanese or mixed though.
      You can have a ton of careers that relate to world cultures! Tourism, international relations, humanitarian projects, working for the UN… I suggest testing the waters by interning. That way, you’ll find out what you like :)

      • Raelz
        Posted July 22, 2010 at 7:31 pm | Permalink

        thanks! I admire your work! :)

  4. Xboxguy
    Posted July 22, 2010 at 6:21 pm | Permalink

    I love watching your videos they’re really interesting! I adore you style :) Love from Australia.

  5. Gemma
    Posted July 22, 2010 at 6:27 pm | Permalink

    I’m liking how the orange has faded.

  6. Katie
    Posted July 22, 2010 at 6:27 pm | Permalink

    congrats on the new project ^_^, also that top is too cute

  7. Tara
    Posted July 22, 2010 at 6:27 pm | Permalink

    That is exactly what I do! LOL I never go to touristy places in Japan. I hate it when they give me an English menu!! lol…. And my Japanese gets better everyday by asking questions even if I feel stupid and my Japanese can be awkward, they really love that you try and you get brownie points^-^ he heee.. great advice!!!

  8. Daneille
    Posted July 22, 2010 at 6:27 pm | Permalink

    verry good!! and so cute <3 (^_^)

  9. Mayuka
    Posted July 22, 2010 at 6:28 pm | Permalink

    This is a pretty and natural look for you. Very cute ^_^ <3

  10. Jenny
    Posted July 22, 2010 at 6:32 pm | Permalink

    Amazing insight and advice we are honored to have your voice in this project.

  11. TC
    Posted July 22, 2010 at 6:33 pm | Permalink

    U always have the best styles, and can’t wait for report^^

  12. Steven
    Posted July 22, 2010 at 7:09 pm | Permalink

    Congratulations. I agree – traveling to new places & mixing with the locals is the best thing in the world. I traveled to Asia 4x recently & experienced Vietnam, Thailand, Cambodia, Laos, China/Hong Kong & Japan – amazing places & amazing experiences. Ended up getting engaged to my wife in Saigon Vietnam&had a traditional Viet engagement party, later we married in San Fran Cali

  13. Jennifer
    Posted July 22, 2010 at 7:14 pm | Permalink

    How cute basil what was in the box, a new toy? Mol

  14. Fibber
    Posted July 22, 2010 at 7:15 pm | Permalink

    Rounder, foldier and cuter….it just doesn’t get any bett’ear!!

  15. Alecia
    Posted July 22, 2010 at 7:16 pm | Permalink

    Awww…the sideways paws! Soooo cute!

  16. Clare
    Posted July 22, 2010 at 7:52 pm | Permalink

    Congtratulations Carmina!!!! I’m very happy for you!!! :D

  17. Jeannie
    Posted July 22, 2010 at 9:23 pm | Permalink

    I love japanese culture and I want to go to Japan soo bad I am a photographer and I would love to go and take pictures.

  18. Engelixe
    Posted July 22, 2010 at 9:37 pm | Permalink

    I would like to see more television programming on the travel channel directed towards children, even a kids travel network. Something that would help bridge the gap between cultures and make kids more aware of other parts of the world (the good and bad). America is a melting pot and kids need to know why America is so diverse and its origins by exploring the world around it.

  19. Melissarundle
    Posted July 22, 2010 at 10:57 pm | Permalink

    Love the fake eyelashes!!!

  20. Frizzly
    Posted July 22, 2010 at 6:20 pm | Permalink

    To me when I think of global citizenship I think about helping ppl who are less fortunate then me:-)I think we should all make an effort to help others:-)

  21. Fron
    Posted July 22, 2010 at 6:20 pm | Permalink

    I love your sweater!

  22. Xboxguy
    Posted July 22, 2010 at 6:21 pm | Permalink

    I love watching your videos they're really interesting! I adore you style :) Love from Australia.

  23. Gemma
    Posted July 22, 2010 at 6:27 pm | Permalink

    I'm liking how the orange has faded.

  24. Katie
    Posted July 22, 2010 at 6:27 pm | Permalink

    congrats on the new project ^_^, also that top is too cute

  25. Tara
    Posted July 22, 2010 at 6:27 pm | Permalink

    That is exactly what I do! LOL I never go to touristy places in Japan. I hate it when they give me an English menu!! lol…. And my Japanese gets better everyday by asking questions even if I feel stupid and my Japanese can be awkward, they really love that you try and you get brownie points^-^ he heee.. great advice!!!

  26. Daneille
    Posted July 22, 2010 at 6:27 pm | Permalink

    verry good!! and so cute <3 (^_^)

  27. Mayuka
    Posted July 22, 2010 at 6:28 pm | Permalink

    This is a pretty and natural look for you. Very cute ^_^ <3

  28. Jenny
    Posted July 22, 2010 at 6:32 pm | Permalink

    Amazing insight and advice we are honored to have your voice in this project.

  29. TC
    Posted July 22, 2010 at 6:33 pm | Permalink

    U always have the best styles, and can't wait for report^^

  30. Jeremiah
    Posted July 22, 2010 at 11:54 pm | Permalink

    Awesome!

  31. lacarmina
    Posted July 22, 2010 at 6:54 pm | Permalink

    heheh I'm not offended, don't worry! ;) I'm actually neither… my parents are from Hong Kong, so I'm Chinese. A lot of people think I'm Japanese or mixed though.
    You can have a ton of careers that relate to world cultures! Tourism, international relations, humanitarian projects, working for the UN… I suggest testing the waters by interning. That way, you'll find out what you like :)

  32. Steven
    Posted July 22, 2010 at 7:09 pm | Permalink

    Congratulations. I agree – traveling to new places & mixing with the locals is the best thing in the world. I traveled to Asia 4x recently & experienced Vietnam, Thailand, Cambodia, Laos, China/Hong Kong & Japan – amazing places & amazing experiences. Ended up getting engaged to my wife in Saigon Vietnam&had a traditional Viet engagement party, later we married in San Fran Cali

  33. lacarmina
    Posted July 22, 2010 at 7:11 pm | Permalink

    <3 So happy to be on board!!

  34. lacarmina
    Posted July 22, 2010 at 7:13 pm | Permalink

    So many talented young artists!

  35. lacarmina
    Posted July 22, 2010 at 7:13 pm | Permalink

    Thank you all! <3 I really appreciate your support.

  36. Jennifer
    Posted July 22, 2010 at 7:14 pm | Permalink

    How cute basil what was in the box, a new toy? Mol

  37. Fibber
    Posted July 22, 2010 at 7:15 pm | Permalink

    Rounder, foldier and cuter….it just doesn't get any bett'ear!!

  38. Alecia
    Posted July 22, 2010 at 7:16 pm | Permalink

    Awww…the sideways paws! Soooo cute!

  39. lacarmina
    Posted July 22, 2010 at 7:30 pm | Permalink

    Well said! I agree wholeheartedl

  40. lacarmina
    Posted July 22, 2010 at 7:30 pm | Permalink

    Thanks! It's a shirt by Peace Now, from Closet Child Ikebukuro.

  41. Raelz
    Posted July 22, 2010 at 7:31 pm | Permalink

    thanks! I admire your work! :)

  42. Clare
    Posted July 22, 2010 at 7:52 pm | Permalink

    Congtratulations Carmina!!!! I'm very happy for you!!! :D

  43. Jeannie
    Posted July 22, 2010 at 9:23 pm | Permalink

    I love japanese culture and I want to go to Japan soo bad I am a photographer and I would love to go and take pictures.

  44. Engelixe
    Posted July 22, 2010 at 9:37 pm | Permalink

    I would like to see more television programming on the travel channel directed towards children, even a kids travel network. Something that would help bridge the gap between cultures and make kids more aware of other parts of the world (the good and bad). America is a melting pot and kids need to know why America is so diverse and its origins by exploring the world around it.

  45. Savanna
    Posted July 23, 2010 at 2:52 am | Permalink

    I love your style, your sooo pretty(:

  46. Ildi
    Posted July 23, 2010 at 2:56 am | Permalink

    awwww!! I can’t wait to see what he got and congrats on your new project!! :D

  47. Melissarundle
    Posted July 22, 2010 at 10:57 pm | Permalink

    Love the fake eyelashes!!!

  48. Jeremiah
    Posted July 22, 2010 at 11:54 pm | Permalink

    Awesome!

  49. Ricerocket
    Posted July 23, 2010 at 5:40 am | Permalink

    haha you’re so adorable!

  50. Savanna
    Posted July 23, 2010 at 2:52 am | Permalink

    I love your style, your sooo pretty(:

  51. Ildi
    Posted July 23, 2010 at 2:56 am | Permalink

    awwww!! I can't wait to see what he got and congrats on your new project!! :D

  52. MoonMaiden90
    Posted July 23, 2010 at 8:37 am | Permalink

    neat video. & I like ur ghost print shirt!

    • lacarmina
      Posted July 23, 2010 at 8:37 am | Permalink

      I love the cute little ghost! I had to have the shirt ahah

  53. Ricerocket
    Posted July 23, 2010 at 5:40 am | Permalink

    haha you're so adorable!

  54. MoonMaiden90
    Posted July 23, 2010 at 8:37 am | Permalink

    neat video. & I like ur ghost print shirt!

  55. lacarmina
    Posted July 23, 2010 at 8:37 am | Permalink

    I love the cute little ghost! I had to have the shirt ahah

  56. lacarmina
    Posted July 23, 2010 at 8:38 am | Permalink

    Thanks!

  57. Alessandro
    Posted July 25, 2010 at 7:25 pm | Permalink

    It’s so lovely!

  58. Alessandro
    Posted July 25, 2010 at 7:25 pm | Permalink

    It's so lovely!

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