Whether you are an avid yogi, just starting to practice, or have never even set foot on a yoga mat, yoga retreats can be beneficial for anyone in any walk of life. The practice of controlling your breath and slowly moving your body through a series of poses not only slows your heart rate and helps to fight anxiety, but…
Have you heard of Chriskindlmarkt? These popular, outdoor Christmas markets can be found in most German cities in the weeks leading up to the holidays, and they’re the perfect way to get into the spirit of the season with your family. You’ll find yourself immersed in festivities awash in lights, great food and beverages, and good cheer. These traditions have…
Fall can be breathtakingly beautiful. Even if it’s not your favorite season there’s no denying the picturesque beauty of the changing colors and the satisfying sound of leaves crunching under your feet. Plus, on most days the sun is still shining and warm, allowing for outdoor activities with near-perfect weather. Can you tell Fall is my favorite? If you love…
You might have heard that Budapest is actually two cities—Buda and Pest. But did you know there is a third city? The third section of Budapest, Obuda, is wedged right in between the northern parts of Buda and Pest. Confused yet? Budapest is one of the most beautiful cities in Eastern Europe, and you can tackle most of it in…
Leaving the country absolutely means needing to take a step back and look at your main communication methods. Are you a big texter? Or more of a pick-up-the-phone-and-call person? Maybe you’re neither and you just like to check up on your friends and family through social media. No matter what your main communication method is, international trips can lead to…
One of the best parts of any trip is getting to try the local delicacies. And, if you’re going to Italy, you will never look at pizza or pasta the same way again. Nothing can compare to eating food from where it originated, but if you’re not careful, a few corny souvenirs won’t be the only additional luggage you are…
Someone once told me the best money you can spend is money spent on traveling. While it’s true that there is nothing quite like the indescribable experience of traveling and seeing the world, it usually comes with a hefty price tag. It’s not hard to decide where you want to visit—the difficult part is not emptying your bank account on…
Whether you are studying abroad or just passing through, Rome is home to many tourist hotspots, from the Trevi Fountain to Vatican City. One popular attraction that always seems to reel people in is the exciting nightlife. From American bars to discotheques, there is a different local bar around every corner where you can dance and meet new people from…
One of the greatest attributes of the city of Prague, Czech Republic, is how easy it is to explore and get around on foot. In fact, to get to one site, you end up passing several others on the way there. And for those places you just cannot muster up the strength to get to, you can usually view them…
Flying anxiety is very common and can affect you at any time, no matter how often you board a plane. I personally feel that anxiety between taxi-ing along the runway and resting at 30,000 feet in the air. But it used to be much worse—staying awake at night, clammy hands, pounding heartbeats all day before a flight. Everyone has their…
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