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Delicious Desserts Around the World

The world is a delicious place for travelers with a sweet tooth. From cakes to puddings to pastries to frozen treats, every county has a special dessert to offer. Whether you’re craving something rich with chocolate or something light with fruit flavors, here are some tasty desserts (and destinations!) for you. Pastel de Nata (Portugal) This beloved egg custard tart was first prepared before the 18th century by the monks in Jerónimos Monastery outside of Lisbon. The monks used egg whites to starch the nuns’ habits, which created an abundance of leftover egg yolks. Not wanting to waste, the yolks…
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Board Games that Inspire Wanderlust

If you’re not out exploring the world, capture that spirit of adventure by gathering around the table and playing travel-inspired board games together. Gone are the days of simply rolling dice and moving around the board, mindlessly performing the action on the space where you land. Today’s games are all about creative themes, modern game mechanics, and interesting decision-making…even for the youngest board gamers. While most modern board games are most easily purchased at a Friendly Local Game Store (FLGS, as they are lovingly referred to in the hobby), Amazon, Target, and Barnes & Noble have great selections too. Here…
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Hot New Summer Books for 2022

Swimsuit? Check. ✅ Towel? Check. ✅ Sunscreen? Check. ✅ Hot summer books? We’ve got a list of selections for you here! Whether you’re in the mood for romance, light fiction, or a dark thriller, our summer books list has you covered! A Hundred Other Girls by Iman Hariri-Kia Noora is struggling as an amateur blogger in New York City when she lands the coveted position of assistant to Loretta James, editor-in-chief of Vinyl magazine. Noora has read and loved Vinyl since her early teens, but her dream job becomes a nightmare when she realizes working for Loretta is more horror…
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Spring Thrillers to Make Your Flight Fly By

Are you on the hunt for a fast-paced, page-turner of a book to make your flight fly by? These spring thrillers might just be the ticket for passing the time when you’re en route to your destination (or when you’re lounging by the beach!) Whether you load your Kindle before you leave or shop with coffee in hand at the airport Hudson News, here are a few new releases to keep your eyes on. Never Coming Home – Hannah Mary McKinnon Lucas doesn’t hate his beautiful and brilliant wife, but he is driven by getting his hands on her massive…
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Books for Your Beach Bag 2021

Summer travel season will soon be upon us, and many people will be heading to their favorite beaches. If your perfect day in the sun includes a stack of new books to read, here are a few recommendations to pack in your tote bag for lounging at the beach or by the pool. People We Meet on Vacation by Emily Henry (available now) Although opposites in many ways, Alex and Poppy become the best of friends following a shared car ride home from college. Despite moving away from one another after graduation, they meet each year for a week-long vacation…
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