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Why I Love a Hot Christmas: Aussie celebrations in style

Christmas in Australia is very different from the Northern Hemisphere. It's in the midst of summer and most of the continent is well-known for scorching tempera...

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Best Alternative Getaways in the UK

The holidays are coming and it's time to prepare for that fall or winter UK getaway you have been longing for. Although most of you are waiting for winter or sn...

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6 Top Things to Do in Lake Tahoe During Summer

Find breathtaking summer views in Lake Tahoe things to do while avoiding the crowded beaches Lake Tahoe is the largest freshwater lake in the Sierra Nevada mou...

Las Penas. Photo: Carlos Adampol Galino via Flickr.

Why Las Peñas is a Must-See on your Ecuador trip

If you've ever been to South America then you've probably made up your mind to go again (and soon!). South America has an irresistible charm that pulls any trav...

This is Pennsylvania’s most popular natural attraction

In 1871, a cave was discovered in Kutztown, Pennsylvania by the farmer’s son who owned the land (in the center of Dutch Country). The name, Crystal Cave, stuck ...

DIY Ecofriendly Skincare Hacks for Enjoying that Summer Sun

Summer is right around the corner! Sick of unidentified chemicals in bug sprays and tanning lotions ruining your beach days? If you're looking to have...