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Vacation Communication: Goodbye Postcards, Hello Emojis
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Imagine a time when people went on a trip and you wouldn’t hear from them for the whole duration of ...

The art of traveling light: 5 tips for packing a carry-on
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My name is Isabelle and I’m a notorious over-packer who somehow always forgets that when it comes to...

Prep like a pro: 10 things to do before your next trip
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Your next big adventure is just around the corner, but before you take off, remember to get ready th...

The world’s friendliest city: Auckland infographic
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At the edge of the Pacific, on an island most people will spend at least a day traveling to, lies Au...

10 reasons to love Miami
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You’ve never been anywhere like Miami – fact. Known as the “Magic City”, Miami boasts a unique and e...

Gap year guide to the US
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There’s no right way to take a gap year, no perfect time to start, and no ideal location to visit – ...

10 (easy) ways to make every trip better
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Have a burning desire to travel this summer, but don’t quite know where to start or how to make your...

The city of cycling geniuses: Cambridge infographic
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Welcome to Cambridge, home to the world-famous University of Cambridge and more than 80 miles of bea...

10 things to do before your student days are over
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University life in a nutshell: lectures, study notes, assignments, exams, presentations, and then mo...

Darth Vader and democracy: Washington D.C. infographic
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Capital cities the world over possess iconic landmarks and rich history, but, as our infographic pro...

37 million and counting: Tokyo infographic
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With 37 million inhabitants and 2,5 million people commuting into the city every day, Tokyo’s size i...

10 things we bet you didn’t know about Grand Central
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Do you think train stations are boring? Think again. Grand Central Terminal in New York City is so m...