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Things You Have to Explain to People Who've Never Worked in a Theme Park
By Matt Meltzer Credit: Flickr user Bruce Tuten When you're a kid, the thought of spending the whole day in a magical world populated by superheroes and princesses seems like an impossible dream. Then...
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Wine Country: Calistoga Retains Country Charms
If you think northern California's wine country has gotten too fancy for your taste, head straight to Calistoga. (You're welcome). Regardless of what the weather might still be dumping onto other...
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A Cautionary Tale About Shower Gel
I consider myself an international travel expert. As the co-host of the travel television series Grannies on Safari, my journeys have taken me from Beijing to Morocco. So when I make appearances,...
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5 Ski Resort Beer Festivals Not to Miss
Skiers dig beer. So it's no surprise that a number of beer festivals are held at ski resorts. Most in the summer and fall, but occasionally one pops up while there's snow still on the ground....
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8 Tips For a Life In China
A colleague and friend recently informed me that for personal reasons he is leaving China to come back to the U.S. This is unfortunate; he has been a wonderful employee and enjoys his life in China. He...
View ArticleHow to Drive in Europe
If you're planning a European vacation, you'll no doubt want to know if you can legally drive a car during your stay using an American driver's license. Luckily, many European countries recognize...
View ArticleTop 10 Fall Trips for Food Lovers
Attention, gourmands: There's no better time than September through November to take your taste buds on vacation. As the summer rush winds down, hard-to-score tables at esteemed restaurants are easier...
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Flying With Someone? You May Have to Pay Extra to Sit Together
When David Masunaga flew on United Airlines from Honolulu to Paris recently, a passenger traveling with his young son asked if he wouldn't mind switching seats. As is often the case these days, the...
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6 Ways to Hack Your Travel
Our Saavy Traveler series for tips and tricks to travel like an expert. Travel can be tricky. There's a lot to plan -- where to stay? what to see? what to eat? -- and everything costs money. Lots of...
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Travel Photography How-tos: People Add Perspective
When you look at the two photos above, which one feels more memorable to you? The main difference might be the sense of excitement you draw from watching the person on the right interact with the...
View ArticleMassive Red Tide Off Florida Coast Is 90 Miles Long And Totally Gross
A huge stretch of ocean near Florida has been taken over by Karenia brevis, a microscopic algae that can kill fish and marine mammals, contaminate seafood and turn the water a dark, brown-red color....
View ArticleVirgin America Flight Attendants Vote To Join Union
WASHINGTON -- Three years after a failed bid to unionize, flight attendants at Virgin America airlines on Wednesday voted decisively to join the Transport Workers Union. According to TWU, the vote was...
View ArticleThis Traditional Korean Candy Cutter Makes 'Sweet' Music While She Works
Chances are you're familiar with the little ditty "Whistle While You Work" from the 1937 Disney movie "Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs." While we would never disparage the film classic, all we can say...
View ArticleThis Guy United The World With A Rubik's Cube
How many people does it take to solve a Rubik's Cube? While it usually only takes one skilled solver, a recent college graduate decided to invite nearly 100 people in 11 countries to help complete a...
View ArticleHow Would You Redefine Study Abroad?
This piece was co-written by Fiora MacPherson, Director of Expansion at the Student Language Exchange. "Study abroad is a glorified vacation from school." "Study abroad won't fit into my schedule."...
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You'll Never Forget To Wear Sunscreen After Seeing This
If you find yourself at the beach opting for a tan over sunscreen, you might want to reconsider your priorities. Writer and portrait artist Thomas Leveritt took to the streets with an ultraviolet...
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This 3D Trek Of Mount Everest Reveals The Stunning, Perilous Journey To The...
The trek to the summit of Mount Everest is spectacular and otherworldly; it is, however, also incredibly dangerous. Other than altitude- and weather-related risks, the icy terrain itself is...
View ArticleGorgeous Time-Lapse Whisks You Away For A 3-Week Paris Vacation
Photographer Paul Richardson took a three-week trip to Paris and fell in love -- with the famed city, of course. He was so taken in by the "City of Light" that he created a time-lapse video tribute,...
View ArticleCelebrate Flight During National Aviation Week
From traditional to arbitrary, holidays are recognized by bringing people together to celebrate and honor what's most important to them. One of my personal favorites happens annually during the month...
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Top Amateur Endurance Races in the World
Photo courtesy of Spartan Race Inc. Written By Kensington Tours Explorer-in-Residence Simon Donato The majority of us will never end up on an Olympic podium or win the Boston marathon, however, this...
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