About Valeria Ramos Ávila
Val is a designer and visual communicator dedicated to data visualization, seeking to democratize information. A travel lover and unstoppable backpacker, she finds inspiration in her favorite corners of the world, from dyeing textiles in Oaxaca to exploring the culinary offerings on the streets of Bangkok. Since she was a little girl, she’s seen places far from home, and her favorite part is to be surprised.
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Naoshima and Teshima: Japan’s Hidden Gems of Art and Nature
Taking the ferry to the islands of Naoshima and Teshima on a foggy morning in October, we couldn’t have known…
A Guide to Hierve el Agua: Oaxaca’s Stunning Petrified Waterfalls
Just 70 kilometers east of Oaxaca City lie the timeless petrified waterfalls of Hierve el Agua. Close to the archeological…
From Espresso to Cappuccino: Exploring Rome’s Best Coffee Spots
In Italy, il bar is not where you go out with friends on a Saturday night to grab a beer…
The Moorish Legacy of The Royal Alcazar of Sevilla
The Alcazar to Al-Andalus In the gardens of Sevilla’s Royal Alcazar, Moorish influence in art, design, and architecture transports us…
The Story of Oaxaca’s Alebrijes: A Unique Craft of Taller Jacobo y María Ángeles
In downtown Oaxaca, a gallery with colorful copal hummingbirds hanging at the entrance captures my attention. Inside the Art Gallery…
From Here to Anywhere: A Step-by-Step Guide to Living Abroad
That email you desperately waited for finally arrives. And it comes with great news: you’ll be leaving the place you…
CU29 Lightware: an Interview with Zoe Ramsey
CU29 Lightware, founded by Zoe Ramsey, is dedicated to designing and producing luxury handcrafted luminaires, created mainly in copper. A…
Travel Oaxaca: Colorful Art, Design, and Culinary Delights Await
Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elit tellus, luctus nec ullamcorper mattis, pulvinar dapibus leo. As dawn…
From Sydney to Dubai: 10 Iconic Amazing Design Masterpieces
The last few centuries have seen incredible technological, engineering, and design advances, creating some of the world’s most iconic landmarks. Reflecting…
The Joy of Getting Lost: Advice on Living Abroad
Getting Lost in Italy When you decide to go to another country—not just to see its main tourist attractions, but…
