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Savour Stratford's Maple Trail Adventure

The anticipation of Canada’s delicious iconic maple syrup is palpable as the first sign of spring. To celebrate, Stratford Tourism Alliance presents the Savour Stratford Maple Trail adventure. This sweet self-guided tasting tour offers a unique maple tasting experience during March and April. 

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Happy Birthday, National Wildlife Refuge System! 113 Years of Conserving Nature, Serving Communities

Hooray for America's nature. One big reason it's there to treasure: the National Wildlife Refuge System, the world's premier network of public lands devoted to wildlife conservation. The Refuge System turns 113 on March 14.

Florida Culture for the Week of February 29, 2016 by Josh Garrick

Florida Culture for the Week of February 29, 2016 by Josh Garrick

How to Visit the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum With Kids

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Feb 26, 2016 / 0 comments

Should we visit the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum with kids?

Yes!

It’s an inspiring experience that’s tough to replicate without an expensive plane ticket to Europe.  

How to Visit the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum With Kids

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An insider’s guide to studying in London

Making the decision to pack up your laptop, a bag of clothes, and a heap of textbooks, and head to a completely different country in order to study can be incredibly exciting, yet daunting. The chances are you won’t know anybody at all, so how can you ensure you make the most of your time abroad? The best way, of course, is to choose your location, and educational establishment, wisely.

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College decisions causing anxiety? Maybe a gap year is the right path

For American high school seniors (and their parents), the first four months of the new year ring in an especially stressful period – the final throes of the college admissions process. Deadlines for applications arrive, decisions for early action are made, campus visits are made and weighing final selection all add to the angst. “Will I get in?” is replaced by “where will I go?” in the minds of these students.
 

A Sneak Peek at Shopping in London

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Feb 22, 2016 / 0 comments

Studying abroad provides you a unique opportunity to live in another country for a period of time. Unlike short vacations, you have the opportunity to live like a local and have the time to not only sight see, but spend time shopping. While I was abroad, I was able to spend time shopping at stores unique to London and stores you can also find in the United States. I’ve put together a list with information about some of the stores I visited, including ones I recommend checking out! 

Florida Culture for the Week of February 22, 2016 by Josh Garrick

Florida Culture for the Week of February 22, 2016 by Josh Garrick

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On the Making of Turkish Carpets: Culture, Skill, and Meaning

Have you ever wanted a Turkish carpet? Not one from a big box store near your house, but a real one - authentic, made by hand with such skill? 

On the Making of Turkish Carpets: Culture, Skill, and Meaning

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Driving the Old Salt Route in France

When it comes to road trips in Europe, it’s hard to find something that feels unique. As one of the most touristy locations on the planet, Europe has been done, and done over again. It’s earned its reputation, of course, as a treasure trove of art, food, and culture. But how can you road trip Europe and come home having experienced something new? Look no further. We have just the trip for you.

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