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10 things no one tells you about tipping in the US
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Visitors to the US are often baffled by our tipping culture. It’s true – it’s a wild monkey you have to learn to tango with.You tip a lot of people in...

How to pack like a boss – 6 invaluable tips from experienced travelers
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Ever found yourself desperately stuffing your bag with a random set of clothes a few hours before dashing off to the airport? How about spending weeks...

5 types of people you’ll meet on a plane – and how to get along with them all
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They say it’s about the journey, not the destination, but anyone who’s ever been on a long-haul plane may have a few qualms with this age-old adage. F...

10 des meilleures villes du monde où passer l’été
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La vie est bien plus agréable au soleil. Afin de vous préparer au mieux à vivre un nouvel été mémorable, nous avons établi une liste des meilleures vi...

How to keep your language skills longer than your tan
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You just came back from a study abroad trip in California. Your English is super awesome, everyone is jealous of your tan and there’s probably still s...

10 things that change forever when you live abroad
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“Life might be difficult for a while, but I would tough it out because living in a foreign country is one of those things that everyone should try at ...

10 reasons to love Washington D.C.
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When someone mentions Washington D.C., its political status is often the first thing that comes to mind. Whilst the city’s rich political history is w...

Top travel destinations 2019: 10 places to visit this year
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Making travel plans for the year ahead is one of the best ways to stay motivated and inspired. We’ve drafted a list of the top travel destinations in ...

10 best vegan cities in the world
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The world’s coolest cities have become bastions of cruelty-free fare, serving up an incredible array of vegan cuisines, from vegan Chinese and vegan s...

What to do in Dubai: 10+1 things you shouldn’t miss
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Dubai is the fourth most visited city in the world, and for good reason. From its humble origins as a small trading village to its transformation into...

50 most inspiring travel quotes of all time
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It’s time to take your wanderlust to new levels with our list of  the most inspiring travel quotes of all time. From iconic poets and authors to philo...

It’s time to put that phone down and experience the world
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It’s easy to see why we’ve all become so obsessed with our phones. They’re incredible devices that give us instant access to the world and to all our ...