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A perfect day trip to Saint Malo, France

On the north western coast of France lies the city of Saint Malo. I knew nothing about the place before visiting, but when I found out their flag has a ferret on it with the

Beginner’s Guide to Hiking in Mesa, AZ

Guest Post by Lily Frank Lily Frank is an undergraduate student at The University of Minnesota who loves to travel and explore the world. She has spent lots of time traveling to various National Parks

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One Day in Valencia, Spain: All the best sights

Looking to spend only one day in Valencia, Spain?  You can probably guess that I’m going to tell you that one day in Valencia is not nearly enough to experience this vibrant city.   I spent

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Christmas Traditions in Spain and Catalonia

Christmas in Spain is a magical time!  In Spanish the word “ilusión” is used to describe the magic, hope, and waiting of the season and I think it’s the perfect way to say how everyone

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Typical School Lunch in Colombia

Comparing school lunches around the world is one of my favorite ways to dive into the intricacies of another culture. We can learn a lot about the geography of a place, the degree to which

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What Surprises Americans Most About Europe

If you’re an American traveling to Europe and thinking “We’re not in Kansas” anymore, you’re right!  Americans often think Europe is an easy place to travel to because it is closer than most other continents,

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