During the winter months, the streets of Germany come alive with bustling Christmas markets. The outdoor festivals commence the Friday before Advent and showcase everything from German delicacies to local goods and gifts. Zip up your parka, tie your wool… Read More
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Witness the Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace
Best known for their bearskin hats and stern demeanor, The Queen’s Guard can be spotted marching through the Buckingham Palace grounds in perfect unison. The Guard consists of British soldiers, selected to safeguard the official royal residences. Horse guards and… Read More
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Hemingway’s Travels in Spain
Ernest Hemingway made a living traveling and writing about the world. From the shores of Key West to the Hills of Africa, his stories share themes of love, loss, and hypermasculinity. In Italy, Hemingway fell in love. In Paris, Hemingway… Read More
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The History of the Monte Carlo Casino
Long before the James Bond films were made and the Las Vegas resort was built, Monte Carlo began as a small, bankrupt town on the coast of France. It wasn’t until late in the 19th century that the first casino… Read More
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The Curse of Shakespeare’s Macbeth
The theater thrives on superstition. It’s better to inform an actor to break a limb than to wish them an ounce of luck. A bad dress rehearsal always makes for a successful opening night, and don’t ever think about bringing… Read More
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Peer Into the Haunted Castles of Europe
Dracula may lurk the hills of Transylvania, and Frankenstein’s monster might crawl through the streets of Bavaria, but Europe is filled with numerous other haunts and horrors. Plan your visit to four of the most haunted European castles… if you… Read More
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Traditions and Customs of Día de los Muertos
Halloween might be just around the corner, but October 31st is also the beginning of another celebratory holiday. Día de los Muertos, otherwise known as the Day of the Dead, is a multi-day tradition celebrated in Mexico, Central America, South… Read More
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A Look Into The Paris Catacombs
Paris is a magical city filled with history, art, architecture, and romance. Tourists and locals alike spend their time walking down rain-drenched cobblestone streets and dining in dimly lit cafes. But beneath the City of Lights lies another world; a… Read More
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Late Night Tapas Culture in Spain
The restaurant scene in Spain comes alive late in the evening when American chefs have already swept the floor and hung their hats. The daily siesta indicates that shops and business are closed until 5 pm while bars and restaurants… Read More
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An Introduction to French Perfume
During the Renaissance, a generalized fear of water kept even the wealthiest of people from smelling their best. Between the lack of bathing and a thriving (yet pungent) leather business the town of Grasse, France was in need of an… Read More