The Local. This small, hometown restaurant, is based on it’s name. Their menu is developed using the “bulls-eye” method. They plan the dishes they serve based on foods they can get within a 20-50 mile radius of their restaurant, located in Souderton, Pennsylvania in an old, historic yet abandoned train station. Hold onto your water glass when [...]
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Stay Here: Kex Hostel
Stay in Iceland, on the cheap. This hostel is no hole in the wall; even the native Icelanders come here to hang out on the weekends! Why? Kex hostel boasts a lively social scene with their own restaurant, full service bar, and entertainment venue. It is located right in the heart of downtown Reykjavik, Iceland. [...]
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Surf Destination: Chicama Surf Resort, Peru
Get away this winter, and find the summer sun in Chicama, Peru. Exercise your body and your mind at Chicama Surf Resort, and find yourself riding waves of adrenaline on the longest left breaking wave in the world. Chicama is a famous surf destination for surfers around the world, known most for it’s mile long [...]
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Take Advantage of Travel Discounts for Older Americans
Many Baby Boomers and retired Americans enjoy travel in their “golden” years, but what they’re looking for in a destination often is much different than when they were younger. For instance, in your 30s you probably weren’t checking to be sure a hospital or health care are nearby, or what kind of senior friendly facilities [...]
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Save with Columbus Zoo Coupons and Discounts
9,000 animals call the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium home. Located in Powell, Ohio, the Columbus Zoo is a non-profit zoo involved in a number of conservation programs and special events and they offer some unique exhibits the whole family can enjoy, including the African Forest and Shores of Asia Quest. Along with all that, the [...]
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The Oldest Sausage in the World
Regensburg, in Bavaria, Germany is a very historical city. It’s first settlement dates back to The Stone Ages and it is well known for it’s Romanesque and Gothic architecture of the Middle Ages. During the 12th century, the Old Stone Bridge, was erected. At the time, it was considered one of the 8 Wonders of the World. [...]
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Must Have: Gorillapod
The Gorillapod. It’s as crazy looking as its name sounds! It’s a tripod, with 3 bendy, sticky legs that allow you to prop your camera almost anywhere. Rest it on the front of your bike and capture you and your partner riding tandem down the coast. Wrap it around your oar while canoeing the Grand [...]
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Peru: California Cafe
Chances are, if you’re in Huaraz, Peru, you’re probably here to trek in the best mountains of South America. Possibly, you’re here to tackle Cordillera Huayhuash, a 21,768 ft peak in the Andes, or at least just catch a peek of it’s beauty. Either way, stopping at the California Cafe is a must. Tim, the [...]
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How to Upgrade to First Class on a Budget
Have you heard people talk about getting upgraded to first class and wonder how they did it? First of all, getting seated in first class is not a sure thing unless you plan to pay full fare. However, there are a few things that can increase your chances of getting upgraded to first class. How [...]
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Clyfford Still Museum
Abstract Expressionism has a unique way of depicting emotion. This era of art began after WWII and used abstract shapes and designs, and new brush techniques that conveyed creation, life, struggle and death (the “human condition”). Clyfford Still, an American born artist, was a leader in this era of art. After Clyfford Stills’ death, his [...]
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