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mbarqgo-care of leather
How to Care for Your Leather Bags on the Road
As purveyors of fine leather goods designed for the intrepid traveler, at MBARQGO, we understand the importance of maintaining the beauty and longevity of your cherished leather bags while on... Read more...
All eyes on T.I.
All eyes on T.I.
King of Atlanta Mr. T.I. Harris, known for giving back and “puttin’ on for his city” hosted a star studded extravaganza at his very own Trap City Cafe to celebrate... Read more...
MBARQGO Partners With TOMS to End Gun Violence
MBARQGO Partners With TOMS to End Gun Violence
After yet another tragic shooting here at home in United States, TOMS Founder Blake Mycoskie announced the “End Gun Violence Together” initiative.   To help carry the weight of this initiative... Read more...
Interview with Jon Arthur... The Photographer
Interview with Jon Arthur... The Photographer
Hey, here is a glimpse of our interview with Jon Arthur aka The Photographer.   What made you pick up photography?  It was actually not something intentional. I was reintroduced the... Read more...
The Inspiration Times interviews Sheléa
The Inspiration Times interviews Sheléa
Sheléa opens up to The Inspiration Times about all things travel, music, and dreams. Check out the interview in full here. Here are some of our favorite shots of her bringing... Read more...
The Passport, a brief history
The Passport, a brief history
The Passport, a small and simple collection of folded paper that evokes thoughts of holidays, travel, sun, and adventure in exotic places. But did you know that the passport is... Read more...
Where to travel in autumn?
Where to travel in autumn?
Do you want to extend your summer tanning, do a cultural trip or dive into a turquoise sea? Some of you love to extend summer time, avoid the touristic season and... Read more...
The Beauty of Marseille
The Beauty of Marseille
France is not only Paris! The South of France is also a place full of culture, delicious food, and enchantment! Marseille, is a beautiful city, with a rich and rewarding... Read more...
MBARQGO at the LIVE Artshow
MBARQGO at the LIVE Artshow
MBARQGO had the pleasure to participate at the LIVE Art show at Sutra, Los Angeles. It was a great night full of colors, with wonderful models rocking our different pieces.  Read more...
16 reasons why traveling is important
16 reasons why traveling is important
  Traveling is a great way to enrich our lives! Here is a list of 16 compiled reasons that shows why everybody should take a break and enjoy some vacation:... Read more...
Where the story began
Costa Rica will always have a soft spot in my heart. This was the first trip I took solo. I was able to see and experience a world outside of my own. I was able to learn a different culture and way of life… way of movement. Read more...
Back in the building!
Bonjour friends! It's been a long time coming, for all of those who waited patiently.. merci beaucoup! Stay tuned for intimate information, events, and more...   Read more...