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
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O’ Zapft is! Oktoberfest Is Back
Iron your finest dirndl and unpack your best lederhosen, because Oktoberfest is back for its 184th year! More than six million people will gather in Munich, Germany to celebrate all things Baravian from traditional music to mouthwatering local fare. The… Read More
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Explore The Vibrant London Markets
Deep in the heart of England’s capital lies a bustling web of open-air street markets. Traders and hagglers congregate to participate in one of the world’s oldest forms of shopping, and the parade only continues to grow and impress. From… Read More
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What are the Differences Between American and British English?
The distinct accent isn’t the only thing that sets British English apart from American English. While the language is essentially the same, both regions have shaped the way it’s used to depict a unique and almost separate dialect. From variations… Read More
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Why is Iceland Such a Popular Destination?
Have your social media acquaintances posted photographs of their recent trip to Iceland? Is your Facebook feed filled with talk of the Blue Lagoon, Gullfoss, and Vatnajökull? Can you even pronounce, “Vatnajökull”? If Iceland has finally made it on your… Read More
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Experience the Brussels Flower Carpet
Every other year, the Brussels’ Grand-Place is transformed into a spectacular vision of 600,000 finely curated flowers. The botanical puzzle is crafted by more than 100 volunteer gardeners and horticulturists in less than four hours, and the result flourishes for… Read More
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Where in the World is Leonardo Da Vinci’s Work?
When Leonardo da Vinci passed in 1519, he left behind countless works including paintings, sculptures, music, scientific discoveries, and even jokes. His art and inventions have since circulated the globe. From Washington D.C. to Krakow, Poland — discover where you… Read More
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Everything You Need to Know About London Black Cabs
It’s hard to think of New York City without picturing a river of yellow taxicabs puttering through Manhattan traffic. Just as the bright, sunny hue is synonymous with American cabs, the London transportation scene has an iconic color of its… Read More