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Volunteering Abroad and Making a Real Difference
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There’s a moment that strikes many travelers. You’re standing in front of a stunning landmark, camera in hand, but a nagging feeling creeps in. You’
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The Ancient Olympic Games and Their Origins
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When we picture the Olympic Games today, we imagine a global festival of sport, a dazzling spectacle of international unity and athletic prowess.
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The Unique Whistling Language of the Canary Islands
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Imagine standing on the edge of a steep, mist-shrouded ravine, the kind that slices through volcanic landscapes. Your neighbor is on the opposite ridge
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What It Is Like to Sail Across an Ocean
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The idea of sailing across an ocean is wrapped in a thick blanket of romance. We picture wooden ships, canvas sails billowing in the wind, and a boundless blue horizon.
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Why Some Cities Feel More Creative Than Others
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Ever walked through a city and felt a palpable buzz in the air? It’s a feeling of possibility, a hum of constant creation. You see it in the vibrant street
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The Ancient and Modern Sides of Athens Greece
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Athens is a city that wears its history on its sleeve, yet its pulse beats with a thoroughly modern rhythm. It’s a place where you can walk in the footsteps
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The Lively and Colorful Markets of Marrakech
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To step into the souks of Marrakech is to step out of time. It’s an immersion, a full-body experience where the modern world peels away with every
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The Greatest Road Trips You Can Take
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There’s a unique kind of magic that only reveals itself on the open road. It’s a feeling of pure, unadulterated freedom that you just can’
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The Sacred and Communal Value of Food
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Food is far more than simple sustenance. Before it becomes fuel for our bodies, it is a story, a ritual, and a powerful symbol. It’
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The Philosophy Behind the Japanese Tea Ceremony
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More than just a ritualized way of preparing and drinking powdered green tea, the Japanese tea ceremony, known as Chanoyu (茶の湯, literally “
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