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The Best Places in the World to See Flowers

April showers bring May flowers! Prepare to be dazzled by these breathtaking displays of flora around the world: The Lupine Fields of Iceland – From late June through early August, Alaskan Lupine flowers bloom, creating endless fields of stunning blue flowers, particularly along the country’s south coast. How to see: Book an excursion, horseback riding trip, or photo tour. You can also simply explore the south coast via rental car or with a driver. Giverny, France – From his longtime home in Giverny, Claude Monet painted numerous oil canvasses featuring the water lilies growing in the pond on his property. How to…
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ABCs of the Caribbean Islands

The long, gloomy gray days of winter are here, so it’s time to do some Caribbean dreamin’! Here are some fun facts to acquaint you with the islands, all the way from A to Z: A is for Antigua and Barbuda B is for Blue Mountain Coffee C is for Carnival D is for Dunn’s River Falls E is for Eleuthera F is for Fungee & Pepperpot G is for guava H is for hurricane season I is for island-hopping J is for “Jump Up” Street Parties in St. Lucia K is for Kokomo, as performed by The Beach Boys…
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Set-Jetting: Traveling to the Locations of Your Favorite TV Shows

Step into the settings of your favorite television shows by taking a trip inspired by the ones you love to watch. With so many series based in scenic and interesting settings, your next trip can take you from your living room couch to the destinations where your favorite shows are filmed. set-jet-ting verb – the act of traveling to destinations that have been featured in movies, TV shows, or other forms of media – similar: film tourism, location-based tourism Here are a few trendy tv shows and their notable destinations: The White Lotus: Season 1 Four Seasons Resort Maui at…
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5 Ways Traveling Helps Our Mental Health

Life has its share of stressful moments. You’ve probably said more than once, “I need a vacation.” Why is it that when we are stressed, we dream about getting away? Are people who travel happier and less likely to feel “stuck” or depressed? Are there benefits to traveling that can cure our worries and help us improve our well-being? It probably won’t surprise you that the answer is a resounding “yes,” but you might not know about the scientifically studied mental health benefits of traveling. To sum it up, vacations are one of the best ways to relieve the stress of…
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Delicious Desserts Around the World (Part 2)

For travelers with a craving for sweets, delicious desserts can be found in all reaches of the world. In part one, our taste buds traveled to Portugal, Italy, South Africa, Germany, and the Caribbean. Here are a few more mouth-watering desserts from around the globe to tempt you to pack your bags (and your fork!) and hop on a plane! Gulab Jamun (India) A favorite treat at festivals and special occasions, Gulab Jamun is formed by creating a milk solid and adding flour to it to form into small dough balls for frying. Once cooked, the dough balls are soaked in…
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