Katherine Hewitt
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Stay Cool in Hot Texas this Spring
Making summer or Spring break plans? Think bout going to Austin, Texas! The city is known as a music center with vibrant young nightlife. Some may call it the Live Music Capital of the World with the frequent concerts and regular music events happening at various venues around town.
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Managing a Home Stay on your Travels Abroad
Whether a student or avid traveler, staying with a host family can be an amazing experience with first hand exposure to the culture, language, and food. But, of course there are fears and worries about staying with a family you have never meet, and the host family has them too about letting a stranger into their home. You want this time that you are staying with them to be enjoyable, full of intercultural learning and exchanges.
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Little City, Big Heart: Luxembourg City
Luxembourg is one of the smallest countries in Europe, nestled between Belgium, France, and Germany. The capital city, Luxembourg City, may be a small city, but there is a lot to explore. Not to mention Luxembourg is one of the wealthiest countries in Europe despite its small size!
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Georgia’s Little Grand Canyon
The Grand Canyon is undeniable one of the natural wonders in the United States and is one of the world’s famed Seven Natural Wonders. The canyon is immense, larger than can be conceived: 277 miles long and over a mile deep. But you don’t have to go to Arizona to see the amazing earth process of forming a canyon. There are several throughout the country including Georgia’s Little Grand Canyon.
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Become an Eco Tourist, Visit Costa Rica
Costa Rica is famed for its preservation of the native environment, which enables the country to thrive off of ecotourism. Interestingly, Costa Rica is one of the countries to meet all five requirements to reach environmental sustainability set out by the United Nations. Because of the dedication to the environment, Costa Rica offers unparalleled opportunity to explore the beauty of the rain forests of Central America.
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Escape to the Swiss Alps
We all dream of an escape to the Swiss Alps, whether during winter to ski down the slopes or summer to hike through the mountains. It seems each little town is the perfect little mountain town. The green mountains (or snowy peaks), dark green firs, and blue skies provide an awe-inspiring background to the towns.
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Old World Christmas Traditions: Christmas Markets
With the beginning of December or even mid-way through November, cities around Europe and small begin to set up Christmas Markets in the center of town, a tradition that dates back to the Middle Ages. They are more popular in Germany and France, though. German immigrants brought this centuries- old tradition to the United States. Today, many large cities like Chicago and New York City as well as smaller places like Helen, GA have their own markets.
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Winter Skating Wonderlands
Winter rolls around and the sleds and ice skates come out of storage. People of all ages wait patiently (or impatiently) for ponds to freeze over and the first heavy snow to fall. There is something enchanting about these winter activities, especially ice skating. Here are some unique skating rinks around the world to visit.
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Escape Paris While Still in Paris
Paris is the city of lights and love. We go there to see the famous works of art, the Eiffel Tower, the cathedrals, the opulence. We want to feel French so we buy baguettes, eat croissants, and read books in the parks. We want to appear cultured so we try to speak French, dress a la mode, critique art. But why visit the ethnic parts of Paris? Leave behind the Parisian life. See what makes up a modern Paris, a modern France.
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Escape Winter with Warm Thoughts from Morocco
Morocco, the destination of Europeans. It has been the inspiration for artists and writers alike. It offers a sense of mystical adventure and is closer and safer that its Middle Eastern and African counterparts. The winters are rather mild and sunny making it the perfect escape from wintery weather and snow.
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Bringing Europe a Little Closer to Home
So, you went to Europe recently, and fell in love with whatever country you visited. Am I right?? We can all be amazed by the old world charm or the bustling cities that manage to preserve the cultural habits. We sit in the park or at the café table and wonder why life at home is not like this. We think how can we make our life more European. Well, here are some steps to making yourself feel more European.
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Tasting Greece Through Some of the Favorite Foods
Greece has so many wonderful foods to try, like any place really! Many we are familiar with like Spinach Pie (Spanakopita) or Baklava. But Greece has so much more to offer. Here are some must tries to have while in Greece.
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Grecian Sunsets: An Easy Passport into Greek Mythologies
Greece has become a very popular destination with its ancient ruins and Mediterranean coastline. It is here that democracy began. There is an appeal to come to Greece, in particular Athens to see where it began and to experience the great accomplishments of the ancient Greek civilization. There is also the natural beauty of the coast with the blue waters and cliffs that allure people.
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Reflections Around the World
Part of the fun of traveling, is finding a little spot that is all yours. Whether you sit there and take in the beauty of the area, the interactions of the people, or the cultural flare this place is where you like to waste away your afternoon reflecting and enjoying life. Here are some spots to check out the next time you travel.
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Why Iceland Is The Perfect Place for Adventurers of All Levels
We all like to go adventures now and then. Some of us are intrepid travelers ready for anything, while some of us prefer a place with a little less uncertainty. Iceland is different enough to provide the thrill and adventure we all seek, but is familiar enough to not scare people away.