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Visiting Volcanic Lanzarote on the César Manrique Trail

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Oct 01, 2014 / 0 comments

Are you looking for something different in your next vacation? Head to Lanzarote, the most eastern of the Canary Islands, for a beach vacation like no other. Lanzarote boasts 132 miles of coastline. Of those 132 miles, 16 are sandy beaches, and 114 are rocky beaches.

 

Music, Ireland, Love: The Carnival at Bray

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Sep 30, 2014 / 0 comments

It’s difficult to move. It’s even more difficult when you’re a teenager – and you’re moving to another country. Such is the case with protagonist Maggie Lynch in Jessie Ann Foley’s fantastic new book, The Carnival at Bray.

Getting to Know the Spirit and People of Cuba

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Sep 29, 2014 / 0 comments

Have you always wanted to go to Cuba? I have. This long desire has been fed by tiny bits of Cuban goodness – recipes, photos, even a segment from Anthony Bourdain’s No Reservations: Forbidden Detour.

Department of State Announces Study Abroad Full Scholarships for High School Students

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Sep 26, 2014 / 0 comments

U.S. State Department Wants High School Students to Say 'YES' to Studying Overseas in 2015

Shipwreck in Ireland: The Sinking of the RMS Tayleur

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Sep 26, 2014 / 0 comments

Sometimes a book grabs you by the heart and won't let go. Such is the case of an extraordinary new book by UK author Gill Hoffs, entitled The Sinking of the RMS Tayleur: The Lost Story of the 'Victorian Titanic'. I have to tell you: I started reading, and couldn't put it down.

US High School Scholarship Program NSLI-Y Promotes Language Study

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Sep 25, 2014 / 0 comments

U.S. Department of State Scholarship Program for American High School Students Promotes Study of Critical Languages

 

The Gluten-free Guide to Travel

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Sep 23, 2014 / 0 comments

Are you gluten free - and worried about traveling (and eating)? Never fear - help is on the way! We were recently sent a review copy of The Gluten-free Guide to Travel, written by Brette Sember.

Art and Creativity Tool for Educators: Heart Art mandala'verse

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Sep 20, 2014 / 0 comments

Sometimes poetry and art can do more than soothe the soul - it can inspire! Such is the case with a new book we recently received for review.

Exploring The Ranch at Rock Creek

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Sep 18, 2014 / 0 comments

Montana: Big Sky Country, peppered with mountains, lakes, and as much of the great outdoors as you can breathe in. It’s our fourth largest state, and includes Glacier National Park, Little Bighorn Battlefield National Monument, and Yellowstone National Park.

Eat Smart in Denmark (and 2 authentic Danish recipes)

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Sep 12, 2014 / 0 comments

Denmark, although small, plays a large role in the world. Why, you may ask? Well, among many things (Vikings, Brahe, HC Anderson, Kierkegaard, Kronborg Castle of Hamlet fame), the food. Oh, the food. My aunt has traveled to Denmark for many years, and always comes back with food gifts - and food stories.

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