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UK Experiences: 5 of the Best

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Mar 31, 2015 / 0 comments

The UK is a surprisingly diverse place considering its relatively small size, and that means that it can be hard to choose the best things to see and do if you only have a short time. Below are 5 of our favourite things to do which should top your list if you plan on visiting this beautiful land.

5 Awesome Places to Study Abroad

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Mar 31, 2015 / 0 comments

Studying abroad is a huge decision and though it means leaving your comfort zone, it can also be extremely rewarding. Here are our top picks for studying abroad where you can immerse yourself in the culture and really feel like a local…

 

Toasty Coffee Shops in 5 Unusual Wintry Ski Towns

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Feb 22, 2015 / 0 comments

While we love our Michigan winters, there are so many wonderful places to play in the outdoors, all around the world. Here, we’ve discovered some unusual ski towns – and some mighty fine coffee, to go with. Take a look…

Exploring Pittsburgh Series

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Feb 21, 2015 / 0 comments

Pittsburgh is one of my favorite cities in the world, and as someone who has traveled to 14 countries (and counting!), I can really say that with gusto! From living in different cities like Miami, Florida; Charleston, South Carolina; Kalamazoo, Michigan; and Rome, Italy, I can say that I have a sincere appreciation for the Iron City that I never had before.

Hit The Road to Antigua

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Feb 06, 2015 / 0 comments

You’ve safely arrived in Guatemala, you’ve rented a car, and you’re looking for your first stop on the road trip of a lifetime.

8 Tips for Hosting an Exchange Student

by Kim Reiner / Feb 05, 2015 / 0 comments

Each year, students from all over the world come to the United States to learn English and experience our unique culture. Hosting one of these students in your home is an incredible opportunity for your family. My parents hosted six students for a year each, as well as countless short-term stints with summer programs from Japan.

Top Tips for Visiting Disney World

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Jan 25, 2015 / 0 comments

You’re planning a trip to Disney World in Orlando, and wondering where to start, yes? It can be overwhelming, when you dig into the internet, to discover exactly WHAT you should be doing to plan a trip to Disney, and have fun while doing so.

 

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The Thames River Valley Close-Up

The Thames River valley is steeped in history and tradition. To me, it is the epitome of the English countryside. I’ve been lucky to visit many times and was looking for a fresh perspective this trip. I decided to try a close-up perspective, a zoomed-in look at the details that make up this landscape that I love. 

Holman Ranch: An Angle of Absolute Repose

Wallace Stegner wrote a vivid novel with an equally compelling title: Angle of Repose. That title came to mind when I visited historic Holman Ranch, the 400-acre property in Carmel Valley, California. The ranch grounds themselves are in a lovely little valley of their own, sitting in an agreeable angle of repose among the oak-studded hills.

My 5 Favorite Green Spaces in New York City

by Anevay Darlington / Dec 02, 2014 / 0 comments

NYC is called many things: the city of lights, dreams, the cultural capital of the world. However, I’ve never heard it being called the city of gardens, nature, or greenery.

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