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11 movies about New York (and why you should watch them)
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For decades, the hustle and bustle of New York City has been providing the perfect backdrop for movies, no matter the topic or the budget. We selected...

One chilled out city: Boston infographic
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From its stellar academic credentials  – the city’s home to some of the world’s best universities, including Harvard across the river in Cambridge – t...

Talk like an American: The essentials
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Since living abroad, I’ve learned that there are a few words and phrases that only American English can own. And we Americans are proud of them – simi...

10 weird and wonderful facts about the Brooklyn Bridge
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The Brooklyn Bridge is not only one of the engineering marvels of the 19th century and a must-see/must-photograph spot when visiting New York – it’s a...

Where should I study? New York vs London
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Hot dogs vs crumpets, coffee vs tea, yellow taxis vs black cabs: It’s time to pit New York and London against each other to find out what’s the best p...

An all-American game: Baseball explained
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Baseball season is in full swing (pun intended) – and there’s nothing quite like a hot summer night at the stadium cheering on your home team. But bef...

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 exciting mix of hip urban culture, laid-back seasid...

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 – it’s all down to you and what interests you the 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 proves, few can compare to Washington D.C. – it’s tru...

10 music festivals that should be on your bucket list
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Every bucket list needs at least one big music festival, and we’re here to help you update your musical travel itinerary (in no particular order).1. S...

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 much more than a train station, and it has a tennis...

The best beaches in Los Angeles: Our ultimate list
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No trip to the City of Angels is complete without a visit to one of the many beaches. From swimming to surfing and soaking up the sun (while wearing s...