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June 3, 2016
Airport Hotel & Parking Packages: The New Travel Hack
Airport travel comes with many inconveniences: long TSA lines, delayed flights, and all of the packing and preparing you need to do before your trip. We’re exhausted just thinking about it! But what if you could experience a couple hours of peace before your travel begins? That’s where ParkSleepFly comes in. This website offers airport hotel & parking packages so that you can park your car at the hotel for the duration of your trip AND get a goo...
June 2, 2016
Raptors, Science, and Essence of Place: Avenging the Owl
Being a teen is hard. Being a teen with a series of life changes is even harder. One new YA book that explores this theme is Avenging the Owl, by Melissa Hart. But it's not only a book about life changes and growing up - it's also about raptors, and helping others, and the essence of place, and finding yourself. I loved this book for addressing these issues, but also because the writing is strong, clear, and makes you feel as if you were there, with S...
Exploring the Hidden Secrets of St. Petersburg: 5 Things to See and Do
Known as Russia’s window to Europe, St. Petersburg is a destination that is often overlooked by many people as most tourists would often prefer more popular and crowded cities. Its natural beauty and history will surely make your vacation more memorable. Whether you are journeying through Russia or just looking for a quick city break, this is an excellent choice.
Thinking of the best things to do and see in St. Petersburg? We’ll help you plan your i...
June 1, 2016
Artist of the Month: Lawrence Dyer
You know how talent often runs in families? This month's artist feature, with painter Lawrence Dyer, is part of that tradition. I first met his daughter, Madeline Dyer, when I discovered her beautiful and powerfully written first book, Untamed (read our author interview here). Imagine my NOT surprise when I saw her father's artwork in one of her facebook posts. The same extraordinary talent, in a different form - THIS is the Dyer legacy...
20 + Best English Bookstores in Paris
Oh yes – Paris is well-known as a literate city. There are hundreds (!) of bookstores in Paris – and then there are the bouqinistes (book stalls) all along the Seine.
Flickr cc: Misko
Bouqinistes along the Seine. Wikimedia Commons: Jebulon
If you’re not quite reading in French, and you can’t stand ereaders, don’t worry. There are a variety of English bookstores in Paris. Note: I’ve put the three most famous bookstores in front,...
6 Destinations Perfect for Walking Holidays
For some people, relaxation during a holiday is all about a leisurely walk, while for others, walking is more of a sport. Whether it is in a park, mall, or on a hiking path, walking is an activity that can be enjoyable in more ways than one. With this in mind, if you are looking for a place that can be visited for a walking holiday, below are some of the best options.
This country is famous for its mountain walks passing through the Himalayas...
#StudyAbroadBecause You Find Yourself
Hi, I'm Alexandra Oetzell, I graduated spring of 2015 from SDSU and completed my degree in Studio Art in 4 years. I spent my final year abroad, studying in Florence, Italy. I love to paint and draw, but as long as I'm working with my hands, I'm a happy girl! Since I returned from my 12 months abroad, I picked up this school bus project. Basically I have been converting a short bus into a tiny house and it has helped me learn so much about how anything...
5 Things To Not Miss On A Family Break In France
When it comes to idyllic spots for family holidays, France is one country that should be included in your bucket list. Children and adults will enjoy the journey, regardless of which part of France they choose to explore.
French Riviera
The glamour of the French Riviera is one of the things that make it attract tourists from all over the globe. The lavish houses and the pristine beaches are some of its biggest draws, especially for families who are...
May 31, 2016
A Day in the Life of a Not-So-Ordinary Composer
So, you think you had a busy day? Consider what a typical working day might be like for composer Megan Cavallari. Start with the fact that Cavallari is one of only a very small handful of women who have established themselves as major creative artists in the professional music industry. But not even most of the men can point to a resume as diverse, eclectic, and impressive as this diminutive Jewish-Italian Philadelphia native: more than a 100 film sco...
Choosing Your Own Travel: Local Travel Writer on the Best of Auckland
Do you remember reading those choose your own adventure books, when you were growing up? I couldn't get enough of them, and would re-read them until they fell apart, finding new paths to a satisfying (or not) ending. I recently read and was inspired by a new travel guide to Auckland, New Zealand, by a friend and fellow travel writer, Rhonda Albom. Rhonda has written one of the best guidebooks I've ever read - and let me tell you why. This book? It's...
