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Includes miscellaneous travel posts that don't fall into a specific category.
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8 Days in Belize: Beaches, Jungle, and Adventure
Why Visit Belize? Located in Central America, the small nation of Belize offers something for every kind of traveler. Whether you’re into lazy beach days, wildlife encounters, cultural immersion, or jungle adventures, this small but mighty country delivers it all in one trip. Below you can find a plan for 8 Days in Belize: Beaches, Jungle, and Adventure. Belize has experiences for every kind of traveler with beaches, exotic wildlife and jungle adventures! Day 1: Arrival in San Pedro We flew into Belize City and took a Maya Air flight to San Pedro. Upon arrival, we were offered golf carts left and right—we recommend renting one, but do some price…
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My First 48 Hours of Study Abroad in Madrid
My First 48 Hours of Study Abroad in Madrid were memorable and a bit crazy. For all you out there who may have studied abroad (or are thinking about it) and felt some of these emotions, you are not alone! I always knew I wanted to study abroad. My parents who took both my brother and me along on every adventure they could manage. So it’s natural that I would want to study abroad and really immerse in a foreign country. When it came time to select a study abroad destination, Spain was practically chosen for me. As a Spanish major, it just makes sense to become an expert through…
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French Caribbean Island of Guadeloupe
Pronunciation: Gwad-a-LOOP Location: French Caribbean Island (NOT Mexico) Currency: Euro Primary Language: French English Language Prevalence: Low Tipping Custom: 10% to 15%, (often already included at more sophisticated restaurants and resorts) Safety: Very safe Best Suited for: Beach-going, snorkeling/scuba, hiking, swimming, eating great French-infused Caribbean cuisine, surfing, attending Carnival, and cultural experiences Main Points of Interest: Pointe des Chateaux, Deshaies, Le Gosier, Bouillant/Pigeon Island, and St. Anne Other Islands to visit: accessible via ferry: Marie Galante, La Desirade, and Iles Les Saintes About Guadeloupe Guadeloupe, also called “Gwada,” is a charming French Caribbean Island nation. When you look a little closer, you’ll see it’s actually an archipelago. The main part…