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February 15, 2016
Exploring the Music of Ireland
The music of Ireland: it is a source of connection, a way of celebration, a path for reaching across borders and boundaries. It can be a way of sharing and creating stories, of connecting families and welcoming strangers, remembering absent loved ones, and gaining perspective on present troubles.
Each year in spring -- the Irish season, around the time of Saint Patrick'sDay -- thoughts the world over turn to Ireland and music...
A Locals' Guide to New York City? Yes, Please!
You know how it is:big city = overwhelming choices! You want a friend, a local to show you around. Luckily for us, author Gigi Griffis has a WHOLE series of travel guides, where locals share their best tips (we've shared her Italy guide here). Her newest, released today, is a guide to New York City, one of the most intimidating cities to travel to, for there are TOO MANY CHOICES for what to see, do, explore! It's called New York...
February 14, 2016
Florida Culture for the Week of February 15, 2016 by Josh Garrick
Florida Culture for the Week of February 15, 2016 by Josh Garrick
Current – ‘Kids House’ of Seminole Wins Victory Cup Initiative and $20,000
The inaugural event of The Victory Cup Initiative in Winter Park took place on February 4 when ten Florida non-profits were asked to share their message (in less than 3 minutes) to an audience of Central Florida business leaders. The audience vote awarded Kids House of Seminole the First Place grant of $20,000....
February 12, 2016
Pirates, Port Wine, and Cool Caves in St. John's, Newfoundland
It's 1679. Place yourself in the mindset of a Portuguese ship's captain with a full cargo of port. Now, place yourself on one of the most beautiful islands of the world. No, not in the Caribbean - you're in Newfoundland, Canada, and in avoiding pirates (those rascally knaves), you've veered to St. John's and had to winter over.
Spring arrives, and you return to England, cargo intact (a few bottles may or may not have been sampled in Newfoundland. O...
Top Destinations to Study for your Business Degree
Perhaps at some point in time, you have imagined yourself setting up and running an international multi-billion-dollar business enterprise. However, before venturing out, those who have succeeded before you will recommend that it is a good idea to first learn the ropes and basics of business. Getting a Business Degreeoverseas may be the best route as it gives you an international perspective, and, let’s be honest here, is often much cheaper!
February 11, 2016
Free Download: Accidental Poetry: Improve Your English Through Creative Writing
Teachers! Writers! New speakers of English—or any other language! For three days only—February 13, 14, and 15—the Kindle version of Accidental Poetry: Improve Your English Through Creative Writing by Lisa Lieberman Doctor can be downloaded for free on Amazon.com. This slim volume will help improve language skills by writing from the heart, even with a limited vocabulary, with prompts such as, “How has compassion for others changed your life?” and “Wha...
An Expert Shares How to Create Happy Family Travel
Remember those days of drawing a line on the backseat of the car, and not allowing your brother to cross it? Or, fighting for the armrest on the airplane (wait, that still happens!)? I'm all for family travel - and am constantly promoting itas a way to explore the world together, whether in your backyard or in far-flung places. But there are ways to create happy family travel - less stress, more bonding and joyful journeys. Interested? Of course!
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#StudyAbroadBecause... You Deserve To See The World
Katarina Klett is a third-year chemical engineering student at the University of Pittsburgh. At school, she works as a calculus tutor in the Math Assistance Center (MAC) and as a Peer Advisor for the Swanson School of Engineering. When not at the MAC or in the engineering building, she can be found in the Adipose Stem Cell Center, where Katarina worked as a Student Researcher since the summer following her freshman year. Outside of academics, she’s ac...
February 10, 2016
How To Explore Savour Stratford's Chocolate Trail
There's a simple truth for chocolate lovers: we can't get enough. Now, we may be picky (dark chocolate, milk chocolate, single origin, etc.), but we always are searching for more chocolate goodness.
Imagine my surprise when we were visiting Stratford, Ontario, and Visit Stratford had *several* tours for foodies - bacon (!!), pumpkin, maple, and (drumroll, please)... a CHOCOLATE TRAIL.
Now, please stop hyperventilating. For while it is worth hyperv...
Eat Smart’s 2016 Culinary Tour to Indonesia
Join the Eat Smart culinary teamin getting to the heart of Indonesian culture through an exploration of her tantalizing cuisine. Sample the infinite variety of regional Indonesian specialties in their natural setting. Delve into the secrets of Indonesian dishes by participating in a cooking class. Also included will be talks on culinary topics and visits to bustling markets to learn about the herbs, spices and condiments that are prevalent in Indone...
