Smoothies - They are a simple and really easy beverage to make. My sister and I have a serious obsession with making different kinds of smoothies. The ingredients in a smoothie can be endless, and we like to mix things up. Trying and making weird smoothies is a pastime that I enjoy. I once tried a kale smoothie that was surprisingly delicious.

Writer Maliha Masood is good at getting inside a culture – and sharing it. We’ve interviewed her on snsvs before, for her interesting book, Zaatar Days, Henna Nights:  Adventures, Dreams, and Destinations Across the Middle East.

Destination: Bulgaria
An insider’s guide of how to prepare for a trip to Bulgaria - and what to expect when you get there

Etur, Bulgaria

When you’re traveling, it’s easy to fall out of your normal health and hygiene routines, often to your detriment. Getting sick or causing years of trouble isn’t worth letting go of your health routines! If you have kids, it’s even more important to keep both yourself and your kids healthy.

Are you a museum buff? Me, too. Wherever I travel, I always try to discover local art, culture, and history.

Just about anyone can be a traveler, but in order to be a good one, there are certain qualities you should have. Without these 11 traits, you might still have a good time, but you will definitely not get the most out of traveling. My recipe for Travelers Soup has been regularly tested over the past year as my family has traveled around the world.

There's nothing like a good road trip, and one in Scotland is even better! If you're going to Scotland, here's a list of my mom and dad's 7 favorite places to eat in Scotland.

1. Loch Fyne Oysters
Loch Fyne, Cairndow; 01499 600 236
www.lochfyne.com

This is a very quaint and wonderful restaurant, with a lovely gift shop. Fantastic oysters!

As much as I enjoyed spending a summer in Barcelona and everything it had to offer, it also drove me a bit nuts at time.

Capri is a gorgeous island near Sorrento, Italy. Taking the boat there is a trip in itself. The cool spray breeze make it a good idea to bring a jacket, even in the warm weather.

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