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Tiny Bear Explores Big Questions in the Amazon!

How can the Amazon, which holds 1/5 of all of the world’s fresh water, have a lack of clean, drinkable water? This is just one of the questions an intrepid bear named Bella set out to answer during her Amazon Adventure!

Foodie Finds: Chequers of Saugatuck

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Jul 23, 2014 / 0 comments

Located on an alleyway a block before the main drag in Saugatuck is a portal to the UK. What is this portal, you ask? None other than long-time local favorite Chequers. It's a British pub that takes you straight to England.

 

Street Food in Mongolia

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Jul 22, 2014 / 0 comments

Wandering Educators: I saw this post on street food in Mongolia, and knew it would be a perfect match for your interests (and travels). I asked the UB Post if we could republish it; indeed as you can see, they said yes.

10 Things You’ll Learn as a First-Time Traveler to China

by farwestchina / Jul 12, 2014 / 0 comments

10 Things You’ll Learn as a First-Time Traveler to China

10 Things You’ll Learn as a First-Time Traveler to China

 

Planning a gap year: 5 essential tips

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Jul 08, 2014 / 0 comments

For those looking to gain some life experience before heading off to university, taking a gap year can be an extremely rewarding adventure. Read on for a list of five essential tips to keep keen travellers safe and secure whilst away from the comforts of home.

 

Empress of the Night Author Eva Stachniak on Writing, Travel, and Inspiration

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Jul 08, 2014 / 0 comments

In the maelstrom of facts and myths that is history, dates, personages, and events both cataclysmic and small swirl throughout time, gradually losing force as new events take place, new rulers ascend, new wars obliterate memories of past battles.

Top 10 Free Disney Souvenirs

by Kathryn Blanco / Jul 08, 2014 / 0 comments

While there’s no denying that Disney vacations are magical experiences, they’re also pricey ones. Between tickets, hotel stays, transportation, and food, a single trip can quickly get out of hand – and out of budget – for many visitors to the parks. Purchasing souvenirs in addition to the necessities can be overwhelming.

Get Castled Out in Birmingham

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Jun 26, 2014 / 0 comments

Did you know that Birmingham is Britain’s second-largest city? It gets lost in the shadow of London, but there is much to see and do here. Birmingham is a city rich in history, perfect for exploring the past.

Travel Writers’ Favorite Cedar Point Roller Coasters

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Jun 08, 2014 / 0 comments

Cedar Point is the World’s Best Amusement Park (named for 16 years in a row!) – and one of the thrills of going to Cedar Point is the Roller Coasters. Cedar Point has 18 world-class roller coasters – something for everyone! Includes CP's newest coaster, Valravn.

How to get an A+ in Amazon 101

Bags are packed, equipment checked, guidebooks read and re-read. We are ready! We already know more than the average Joe about the Amazon.  If we were preparing for a test, we’d expect an A+.

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