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3 classic US road trips to plan right now
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Road trips are all the rage now, and few countries beat the range and scale offered up by the US. With landscapes to suit all tastes and thousands of ...

Best bites in Boston: dishes and spots you shouldn’t miss
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The city of Boston is known for many things: enthusiastic sports fans, traffic jams and a unique American accent. But for some reason, Boston’s cuisin...

5 hidden gems in Washington D.C.
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From the Lincoln Memorial to the White House – there are loads landmarks and cultural sites in Washington D.C. that you absolutely shouldn’t miss. But...

We love LA: Los Angeles Infographic
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From the iconic Hollywood sign, to sprawling villas and the palm trees that line Venice Beach, Los Angeles personifies the glamour of the entertainmen...

The Magic City: Miami Infographic
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There’s nothing like a bit of Miami magic to bring a smile to your face (especially in the depths of winter). From its unique multicultural vibe – mix...

You ask, we answer: Should I study in the UK or the US?
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If you’re considering studying in the UK or the US but aren’t sure which continent to call home, then look no further. We’ve put our heads together to...

The Big Apple in a Nutshell: New York Infographic
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There’s no city like New York. From its linguistic and cultural diversity, to legendary landmarks like the Empire State Building and Central Park, the...

The best of Boston: living like a local
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Boston is best known for being the birthplace of the American Revolution, and you’ll see guides dressed in colonial garb leading groups all around the...

Pose, snap, share: An Instagram guide to #Losangeles
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Movie making is not the only thing that puts Los Angeles on the map. In 2013 the city also ranked as the third most Instagrammed city in the world. Wh...

Star-spangled manners: American customs made easy
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Even though we know a lot about the US from movies and TV shows, going to America can still be a culture shock. In the second episode of our series ab...

Talk like an American: 6 words you have to know
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People from around the world have chased their dreams to America. From the towering skyscrapers of New York to the grasslands of Idaho, the country is...

Pose, snap, share: An Instagram guide to #NewYork
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Recording and sharing memories is almost as important as making them these days, and Instagram is the perfect platform for documenting your adventures...