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Top 10 Attractions to Visit in Switzerland

Visiting Switzerland brings you up close to a place where the air is fresh, the people are subdued, and the outdoor and cultural sights are plentiful. This landlocked country is known for the beauty of its Swiss Alps, the stunning azure waters of its pristine lakes, and its modern city centers of culture. Expect to hear a variety of languages in this melting pot of people with German, French, and Italian heritage. Here are 10 top attractions to visit during your tour of Switzerland.

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5 Beautiful Places to Travel in December

Looking for the best travel destination to explore this holiday season? Keep on reading and we’ll recommend five of the best places that you should be checking out. For sure, you will have a memorable vacation!
5 Beautiful Places to Travel in December

Advantages of Touring Europe by Car

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Nov 29, 2016 / 2 comments

European travel is glorious in any form. The food, sights, arts, culture, languages, vistas, and new friends just make it such an enjoyable experience.

Why Travel Europe by Car?

Traveling by car, however, has its own advantages to rail or air travel. Let's look at some of the advantages of touring Europe by car (click here for our recommendations)

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Renting a Car in Italy: Easy, Cheap & Fun!

The best way to see Italy - and Europe, for that matter - is with your own set of wheels. I was once told by our friend Vicenzo in his deepest Italian accent speaking perfectly broken English, "Italians like the curve on their roads and their women," and from the voluptuous Sophia Loren to the hair pin turns of the Alpe di Siusi in the Dolomites, there has never been a more true statement.

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9 Unique Bucket List Experiences in Taiwan

One of the best parts about traveling to Taiwan is having the opportunity to discover the island’s unique and vibrant culture.

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Packing Essentials for an Adventure Holiday

There's no doubt that travel certainly does broaden the mind, but sometimes the excitement of travel plans can cause the mind to forget some of the essentials that need to be purchased and packed!

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8 Reasons Why You Should Include Egypt on Your Travel Bucket List

Whether you love the beach, history, cruises, or are a thrill seeker, Egypt hasa little bit of something for you. Here are 8 reasons you should include Egypt on your travel bucket list.

8 Reasons Why You Should Include Egypt on Your Travel Bucket List

Studying Abroad in London? The Nitty Gritty

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Sep 29, 2016 / 0 comments

My very first overseas assignment working in Study Abroad was a summer London program. Can I tell you, it was one of the best summers of my life? I loved the students, I love London. You can’t go wrong.

Six Secrets of Barcelona

Once you’ve “been there, done that” and seen Barcelona’s major tourist draws, it’s time to get off the beaten path and experience the Catalan capital’s hidden gems. Escape the tourist masses and uncover these six “secret” sights - plus a special bonus at the end, for good measure!  

Six Secrets of Barcelona

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Explore the world with no rent: Top tips for being a successful housesitter

From Arizona to the Yucatan in Mexico, there are numerous gorgeous places that you can stay worldwide - for FREE - in return for some caretaking, housesitting, pet sitting, lawnmowing, and/or other duties. As a caretaker/housesitter, you can easily travel and live (or work) in many exotic places: mountain, lake, city, rural… and live like a local for anything from a few days to a couple of years.

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