Surrounded by the frigid waters of the North Sea, Atlantic Ocean, English Channel and Irish Sea, the beaches in the U.K. aren’t quite as warm as those in the sun-drenched Mediterranean. However, there are plenty of stunning gems to be found, particularly along the eastern coastline.
Budapest, Hungary’s capital, is a striking city many may overlook. Between the merger of three cities–Buda, Pest and Óbuda–this city has an interesting history which shows in the culture, food and buildings.
My story doesn’t begin at college day one, mother saying goodbye in the dorm, classes in two days. Instead it starts earlier than that, in 7th grade drama class at my DODEA high school in Heidelberg, Germany.
In an age when the practice of writing letters to the editor is a dying art, writers and editors are still encouraged to hear from readers with personal stories as to how their newspaper has proved a positive influence in one’s life.
Vikings tend to conjure up images of swashbuckling Norse pirates sporting horned helmets brandishing swords and shields. Often associated with the hearty and rugged Scandinavian countries such as Denmark and Norway, you wouldn’t really think there’s much history in England.
During spring break, my family decided to take a jaunt up to Edinburgh, Scotland for a few days. Unbeknownst to me, I inadvertently booked our lodging on Cockburn Street.
When the world keeps on turning but you can’t leave the couch, don’t resort to binge-watching old sitcoms. “Get outside” and learn about animals and state parks or even go on a Disney ride, all without ever leaving the comfort of your living room!
If you’ve been missing your favorite national park in the States, there are plenty of options in Europe to discover. In fact, the United Kingdom is home to 15 unique and spectacular national parks. Not bad for a landmass area smaller than the state of Minnesota.
No matter where you come from in the world, March 17 is a day when “going green” means becoming Irish at heart and in spirit. St. Patrick’s Day is arguably the national day celebrated most widely internationally, and even though the St.
France is not only a beautiful country filled with delicious food and quaint villages, but it’s also the country of Gothic cathedrals. Notre Dame in Paris, the most popular cathedral in France, is currently closed for repair.
In the middle of February, the federal government grants us a small reprieve from the doldrums of work with a three-day weekend. Officially known as Washington’s Birthday, it’s been confused as Presidents’ Day, Lincoln’s Birthday or something else altogether.
5 … 4 … 3 … 2 … 1 … Happy New Year!
New York City’s Time Square isn’t the only big party to celebrate 2019. The Europeans are no strangers to celebrating the end of another year and a fresh start.
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Grab a warm cup of hot cocoa, a reindeer-shaped, sugar cookie - or two - and snuggle up in a cozy blanket on the couch. It’s time for some Christmas movie magic!
