New York City – Traveling Around the City

by Ioana Americas

New York City is one of the best cities in the world. The “City that never sleeps” as it’s often called welcomes thousands of tourists annually. People usually come here because there are countless things to do and see and they can never get bored. Walking on the large boulevards, seeing a show on Broadway, [...]

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Ten Foods Visitors Need To Try In South Africa

by Rob Africa

South Africa does not only feature very diverse landscapes, it is also home to people from many different backgrounds.  A great mix of cultures, traditions and religions can be found here which resulted in a unique way of life and food items having established here.
In order to really get to know South Africa, visitors should [...]

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Off the beaten track to New York City

by Steven McKenzie Americas
Off the beaten track to New York City

There are a lot of people who hate being categorized as tourists. That is why, if you plan to go to New York City, you must avoid the regular ‘urban trails’ that connect all the touristic sites. The best thing you can do is filter the buildings that you really want to see. You should [...]

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Some Places in the World Where Spring Can Be Enjoyed at Its Best

by Amiee Marshall Family Travel

Spring is probably the best season among all. This time of the year is neither too cold nor too hot. It might seem strange but people are also in a very gay and happy mood during this season. After the cold and bleak winters, nature also makes preparations to look beautiful. The trees are laden [...]

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5 Museums You Must Visit in NYC

by Steven McKenzie Americas
New York Museums

The amount of art in New York City can be overwhelming. Actually, it is. If you love art and you have only a few days in the City, you’ll find it a real struggle to see every painting, statue or installation you’ve been dreaming for years, especially if you live in a small town. Obviously, [...]

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Culture and Traditions in Swaziland

by Ryan Mackie Africa

In Southern Africa, between South Africa and Mozambique, lies the beautiful kingdom of Swaziland. This landlocked country of 17,360 square kilometers features scenic terrain which is mostly mountainous with moderately sloping, beautiful plains.
The legislative capital of Swaziland is Lobamba which is one of the traditional royal seats. The administrative capital is the nearby city of [...]

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A Scottish New Year

by Abhishek Bhan Dining Out

There is nothing quite like New Year in Scotland. Whether you are in a local pub, on the streets of Edinburgh or enjoying a party with friends and family Scotland seems to be in its element at Hogmanay.
Scotland’s flagship Hogmanay event is in Edinburgh. With leading music events and DJs this is an all ticket [...]

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Travel Tips: Getting Ready to Study Abroad

by Thomas Manner and Culture

Studying abroad is an exciting, life-changing opportunity.  Whether you’re getting an engineering degree or a Business degree, there is always a lot to learn by looking at your chosen subject through the lens of a different culture.  Being fully immersed in another culture is an eye-opening experience. To make the most of your trip and [...]

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Top 5 Chicago Attractions

by Thomas Americas

I consider myself quite the globetrotter, yet some of my best trips have been close to home. When it comes to the Midwest, Chicago is hands down one of the most diverse and interesting cities around.  Read on for five of my favorite Chicago attractions.
Lincoln Park Conservatory
Built in stages between 1890 and 1895, Lincoln Park [...]

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Three Reasons to Follow the Crossroads of America to Indianapolis in 2012

by Nate Schrader Americas
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Reason Number 1: Pinnacle Sporting Events
If you’re not familiar with the Greatest Spectacle in Racing, the Indianapolis 500 motorsports race is reason enough to visit this heartland capital. With cars reaching speeds just under 200 mph in a crowd of over 400,000 people, the Indianapolis 500 and Nascar’s Brickyard 400 are two races you can’t [...]

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