How to Tuesday

If you really can't stand (or speak) Spanish and just need a break : a run down of your English language literature options in Madrid, Spain. I know, you feel guilty about it. You're in a foreign country, you're supposed to immerse yourself in the culture. But what you… read full article

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Doing brunch is a favorite New York past time, especially in the hot New York summer when most restaurants have outside seating. New Yorkers relish sitting outdoors while enjoying a lazy weekend brunch.

Check out these five New York cafes where you… read full article

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Trying to interpret a map of Munich public transport system can become a Herculean task for the travel-weary brain. At first glance, this supposedly “helpful” source of information looks more like the product of a two-year old with a box of crayons and temper-tantrum. The following article will help you… read full article

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Transportation

New Delhi, India, is just like New York- chaos and too much traffic! However, once you step out of the Airport you will be swarmed with guys asking you were you want to go and stuff like that so it is better to… read full article

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The Tradition

I’ve been living in Tuscany, Italy, for a few years now and one of the habits that I have had picked up is the art of coffee drinking. This may sound simple but as I have found out coffee is no laughing matter when it comes to Italian’s… read full article

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Compared to a normal night out in the US or the UK, a night out in Madrid, Spain, if you're doing it a lo grande, is a marathon, it's an endurance test. And if you don't take precautions, you will be left (drunk) in the proverbial… read full article

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Monkeys are a very popular tourist attraction in Thailand. People enjoy watching and feeding them but should be careful, because monkeys can be very clever and steal food and belongings. When you visit the monastery overlooking the thinnest part of in Prachuap Khiri Khan take a stick, a very… read full article

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Although India is a beautiful country with friendly people, there are many things that people coming from other countries take for granted, about safety issues. As you come out of the airport on landing, you are on a new adventure! So, before you plan your vacation in India… read full article

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Copenhagen, Denmark, is definitely a shopper’s paradise. Are you looking for exquisite china, trendy houseware, or fashionable ensembles for all occasions? It can all be found in this city, and very often on the same street, the famous pedestrian Strøget. You can find it, all… read full article

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Did lunch at the famous Paris café Les Deux Magots fill you with a longing to read Jean Paul Sartre or Simon de Beauvoir, but unfortunately you only brought along the latest Danielle Steel? Or maybe you left your book on the airplane and the… read full article

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Planning a trip to Italy and can't wait to try authentic Italian food? Here are some tips for finding the best restaurants and avoiding tourist traps. Let’s face it; it is a rare thing when traveling not to find yourself eating next to people… read full article

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When traveling to Japan, many people fear the possibility of committing a cultural faux pas. The truth is that there are a lot of rules to follow and many ways to mess up, but luckily the Japanese are generally a forgiving people. And… read full article

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Patience and creativity are travel virtues. No place is this more true than in airport life with its unexpected layovers and flight delays. Seasoned travelers know the best way to deal with layovers is ‘go with the flow’. Stressing out isn’t the answer – it will only make the… read full article

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San Diego can be quite intimidating in size and with gas prices on the rise, driving your way around the city can get expensive. But if you’re just in town for a day or two and would like to see the city without… read full article

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Traveling around Norway and eating well on a budget is a constant challenge. Unfortunately, the traveler’s tale/urban myth of the $20 Oslo hot dog reflects the high cost of dining out here. In Norway’s cities especially, a traveler’s… read full article

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