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Florida Culture for the Week of March 10, 2018 By Josh Garrick

Florida Culture for the Week of March 10, 2018 By Josh Garrick 

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Have A Swiss Travel Pass? Happy Traveling via Trains, Boats, and Land

What comes to mind when you think of visiting Switzerland?  Is it Julie Andrews whirling around singing atop of a spectacular mountain peak?  Although it’s hard not to associate the country with the movie, maybe you think instead of cheese or chocolate. 

Luzern-Interlaken Express in summer. From Have A Swiss Travel Pass? Happy Traveling via Trains, Boats, and Land
Luzern-Interlaken Express in summer

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Stratford Museum Honours Hometown Hero Justin Bieber

Fans of Canadian superstar Justin Bieber are able to get an intimate look at his early life through a museum exhibit in his hometown of Stratford, Ontario (and here's a map of Justin's Stratford!). The Stratford Perth Museum — located in the small city in southwestern Ontario where Bieber grew up and launched his meteoric rise as a teenager to the top of music charts around the world —recently opened an exhibit featuring a one-of-a-kind collection of Bieber memorabilia.

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Stratford Maple Trail Adventure Captures the Essence of Spring

At the heart of what it means to be Canadian there’s surely something maple. Celebrating our first sign of spring and capturing the essence of the season points us to stands of maple trees and the nearby sugar shack producing Canada’s iconic liquid gold. Stratford Tourism invites you to tap into something sweet on the Stratford Maple Trail, offering 18 modern maple tastes. This self-guided tasting tour presents a unique culinary experience celebrating spring the Canadian way from March 1 to April 30. 

How to Survive the Days Leading up to Vacation

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Mar 05, 2018 / 0 comments

The days leading up to a vacation are torture. Work needs to get done, but the thoughts of a piña colada in your hand, the sun on your face, the smell of salty water, and, of course, not working, are all way more fascinating. It’s not every day one gets a vacation, compared to yet another RFP – your 8th that week. Can’t work get on the same page and go take a hike? I hear it’ll be beautiful from the top!

Florida Culture for the Week of March 3, 2018 By Josh Garrick

Florida Culture for the Week of March 3, 2018 By Josh Garrick 

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#TeachAbroadBecause ... it’s a way to become a global soul!

Tim Hannigan was born in Penzance in the far west of the UK, and grew up on the stormy shores of the Atlantic. After leaving school, he worked as a chef to fund his travels, before studying journalism at the University of Gloucester. He then headed to Indonesia to teach English. He stayed on in the country for several years as a journalist and travel writer. His first book, Murder in the Hindu Kush, was published in 2011, and was shortlisted for the Boardman-Tasker Prize for Mountain Literature.

Exploring the Flavors of Cuba with Photographer and Cookbook Author Liza Gershman

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Feb 26, 2018 / 0 comments

Anchoring the string of Caribbean islands that includes Haiti, Puerto Rico, Montserrat, and others, Cuba is home to a cross-section of people – and cuisines. For years, the country has been relatively inaccessible to tourists, especially those from the U.S. And while U.S.-Cuban relations remain tenuous, the easing of travel restrictions have made it possible for visitors to start exploring the island, the largest in the Caribbean, and one distinguished for its natural splendor.

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A Geek in Indonesia: Discover the Land of Komodo Dragons, Balinese Healers, and Dangdut Music

Whether you've always wanted to go to Indonesia, or interested in learning about this interesting country, I've got a book for you!

A Geek in Indonesia: Discover the Land of Komodo Dragons, Balinese Healers, and Dangdut Music

Florida Culture for the Week of February 24, 2018 By Josh Garrick

Florida Culture for the Week of February 24, 2018 By Josh Garrick 

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