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Through the Eyes of an Educator: Berlin

As a traveler, I look for the beauty in the everyday. The colourful sunsets, the peace hidden in the whitecap of a wave, and the freedom exuded by children flying high on the swings are all joys of an adventure.

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.

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.

 

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+.

Top 5 Disney Surprises

by Kathryn Blanco / Jun 04, 2014 / 0 comments

For me, one of the most special things about Disney World are the little surprises that can pop up when least expected.

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9 Cultural Faux Pas to Avoid in Taiwan

Though we might have the best of intentions, it’s all too easy to commit cultural faux pas while abroad.

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