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July 22, 2013
Top Five Outdoor Activities in Oliver, BC
Oliver, British Columbia is situated in the very top boundaries of the Sonoran Desert, the only desert in Canada. Our mountains are filled with sagebrush, prickly pear cactus, and pine trees while our valleys are teeming with lakes and rivers. As with almost any place in British Columbia, Oliver is an outdoor enthusiast's
Thomas Jefferson: American President...and Ice Cream Maker?

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What comes to mind when you think of Thomas Jefferson? Third president of the United States, check.
Principal author of the Declaration of Independence? Sure.
Founding Father of the American Nation? Without a doubt.
Developer of ice cream recipes? Well…maybe not.
Florida Culture for the Week of July 22 by Josh Garrick
Florida Culture for the Week of July 22 by Josh Garrick
July 25 – Toad the Wet Sprocket at Hard Rock Hotel
July 20, 2013
Far Off Places
Once in a while, I come across writing so magical that a) I reread each page before going to the next; and b) I can't wait to share it. Such is the case with new literary journal Far Off Places.
July 19, 2013
Hosteria Rancho San Carlos, Quito Ecuador: An oasis close to Quito's new airport

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Quito, Ecuador made big travel news in February 2013, when it opened a brand new airport just outside of the city. The new airport was much needed, and is beautiful and state-of-the-art, but it presents one new travel challenge: it is quite far from the actual city of Quito.
Cape Cod Close-up

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Cape Cod, quintessential land of summer, isn’t exactly what you might think of when you think of educational family travel destinations. Mini-golf, ice cream, sunscreen, bikinis, waves, and lifeguards in red t-shirts … what’s there to learn? How about learning to slow down and look around. In fact, read more
July 18, 2013
Students: Apply for the Virtual Student Foreign Service Internship
Are you yearning to get some hands-on experience learning about how federal agencies operate, but can’t make it to Washington, D.C., for an internship? Federal Student Aid (FSA), a principal office of the U.S.
College Prep: Junior Year
Being the first person to go to college in my family, I really felt lost when approaching plans for college. My high school guidance counselor wasn’t really much of a help and I relied more on the parents of my friends who did attend college for more information and advice. Looking back, I see so much that I should’ve or could’ve done, but it didn’t turn out too bad.
Sommeliers Swirl Into 9th Annual Texas Sommeliers Conference

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Is it Nebbiolo or Tempranillo? Is the wine aged in French or American oak barrels? Only a member of the Court of Master Sommeliers may know the answer to these pressing questions for sure.
How to Manage your Money While Traveling
Whether you’re traveling for a week, a year on sabbatical, or teaching abroad indefinitely, managing your money is a critical issue. From how you save money to how you access your money, financial choices and decisions will impact your life immensely.