French culture is commonly thought of as artistic, bold, innovative, and expressive. So where did that idea come from? As it turns out, 19th century French authors played a huge role in the way we view French culture today. Through… Read More
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Party like Great Britain: It’s Guy Fawkes Day!
If you chose to be Guy Fawkes this Halloween, don’t ditch your mask yet! Even if you don’t have a mask, you can celebrate Guy Fawkes Day with traditional bonfires, mulled wine, and by burning effigies. But why must we… Read More
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Halloween Haunts: Pére Lachaise Cemetery in Paris
Each October AESU likes to explore the strange sides of well-known, destination cities. For our final week, let’s explore the history of the Pére Lachaise Cemetery and its paranormal occurrences. The Pére Lachaise Cemetery Want to see a ghost? The… Read More
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Frankenstein is a Creepy Classic, but the Castle is Even Spookier
Each October AESU likes to explore the strange sides of well-known, destination cities. This week we are going to explore the strange happenings in and around Frankenstein Castle.
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Exploring Versailles and the History of Marie Antoinette
Each October AESU likes to explore the strange sides of well-known, destination cities. This week we take a slight departure from that to tell you some facts about Marie Antoinette, who may not have been that scary, but her violent… Read More
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Exploring the Whitechapel District of London and the History of Jack the Ripper
Each October AESU likes to explore the strange sides of well-known, destination cities. Last week, we kicked off our Halloween blog miniseries with Prague. This week we are going to explore the Whitechapel District of London. The History of Jack… Read More
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Explore the Spooky Side of Prague, from the Old Jewish Cemetery to the Sedlec Ossuary
Each October AESU likes to explore the strange sides of well-known, destination cities. This October we kick off our Halloween blog miniseries with Prague.
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Where to Walk in Cannes, France
Cannes has an international reputation for glamour. The streets are lined with vibrant tropical flowers and the beachy coastline is dotted with luxury yachts. The Mediterranean climate of the Cote d’Azur makes Cannes a perfect place to lie on the… Read More
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Want to Visit the Spanish Riding School?
Did you know that Austria is famous for Spanish horses? No? Well it is. The famous Spanish Riding School is in Vienna, Austria. It’s the world’s premier dressage training facility and their equestrian exhibitions are certainly worth seeing!
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Changing of the Guard
The quintessentially British ceremony of the Changing of the Guard is a must-see when visiting London. Let AESU enhance your experience by giving you some helpful hints. First the basics– Where? Technically the Changing of the Guards happens at a… Read More