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• Embracing Diversity: Mauritian Cuisine

  Posted on: December 1st, 2012 | steph No Comments

  Mauritius, officially known as the Republic of Mauritius, is an island nation off the coast of Madagascar located in the Indian Ocean. For anyone planning a vacation to the beautiful island of Mauritius, and understanding of its rich and textured cuisine is essential to discovering new food. Originally, Mauritius was a French holding until 1810 when it was given over to the British at the conclusion of the Napoleonic Wars. It was not until 1968 that Mauritius gained its independence from Britain. Throughout its history, sugar cane production has been the touchstone factor for Chinese, Western, and African influences. As a result, the language and the cuisine of Mauritius bears a strong creole character that is very unique in the world. The language spoken in Mauritius is a combination of Mauritian creole and French, while the written language remains English. Because of the long association and preference for the French style, French cuisine remains an essential part of Mauritian cooking, but it is a very diverse place, and this French is mixed with creole, chinese, indian, and british food staples. (more…)

• Adventure to Maldives: Language Exchanges – The Penpal Service’s Modern Counterpart

  Posted on: December 1st, 2012 | steph No Comments

  Comprised of almost 100 resort islands, the Maldives is a popular holiday destination in southern Asia. The official language there is called Dhivehi, and it’s spoken by more than 300,000 people. Although it has some foundations based in the Sri Lankan language of Sinhala, Dhivehi also takes broad inspirations from other areas of the world. (more…)

• Spotlight on SoBe Nightlife

  Posted on: October 24th, 2012 | steph No Comments

  South Beach, also known as SoBe, is one of the hottest vacation spots in the country. Along with its beautiful beaches and vibrant nightlife, it is home to a well-known Art Deco Historic District where a collection of over 800 buildings exist that are so extraordinary, they are listed on the official National Register of Historic Places. (more…)

• 7 Must-Have Features For The Best Vacation Destination

  Posted on: September 12th, 2012 | steph No Comments

  While the economy may not be at its greatest, people are still going on vacation but choosing to spend their money on quality instead of quantity. Folks are shelling out for a single, luxurious getaway in lieu of several road trips every year. When every penny counts and you want them to go towards the best, which amenities do you favor? (more…)

• What to look for when renting holiday accommodation

  Posted on: August 30th, 2012 | steph No Comments

  For most people a holiday comes but once a year so you want your accommodation to live up to your expectations. Fortunately, there is a huge variety of choice when it comes to making a decision on where to stay, so you are sure to find something that suits your exacting requirements if you do your research. (more…)

• Tips for Finding Great Food on Vacation

  Posted on: April 25th, 2012 | Amy Wiltbank No Comments

  

  Whether you are a foodie or you want whole new experiences when you travel, you cannot ignore the food! The food that a city or country serves is part of its spirit, and when you are on holiday, the last thing that you want to do is to eat as though you were at home. Whether you love trying interesting things served by street vendors or you are after the most interesting haute cuisine a city has to offer, use these tips to make sure that your stomach remembers your holiday as well as your head does. (more…)

• Saving Money on Spontaneous Trips

  Posted on: April 10th, 2012 | steph No Comments

  Enjoy adventure on a budget by getting up and going when and where you want. It isn’t necessary to make advance reservations to enjoy savings on travel. The trend toward “staycations” takes advantage of opportunities to explore getaways close to home to reduce the expense of taking a vacation. Asking for discounts is a direct and often easy way to cut costs. Easiest of all, packing a bag and getting in the car opens up the adventure of a road trip whenever you want to get away. (more…)

• 7 Ideas for Travel Spending with a Credit Card

  Posted on: March 26th, 2012 | Amy Wiltbank No Comments

  There is a lot that goes into effectively planning travel spending. One of these is preparing to safely pay for expenditures with a credit card. Consider the following ideas for maximum-benefit credit card travel spending. (more…)

• 5 Travel Tips for Dealing with the Unexpected

  Posted on: March 20th, 2012 | steph No Comments

  If you are a frequent traveler, or simply unlucky, it will eventually happen to you: an unexpected emergency. How you deal with that emergency makes all the difference in how you emerge from it. Will you panic and make matters worse or will you maintain a level head and resolve the situation? Here are five tips that will help you come out of an emergency as unscathed as possible while traveling: (more…)

• Unique 2012 Spring Break Destinations for Students

  Posted on: March 8th, 2012 | Amy Wiltbank No Comments

  Spring break is a time to cut loose and release some of the stress that’s accumulated throughout the semester. For many students, it’s also a time to visit exotic locations and make some unique memories. Spring break isn’t as much fun when you travel to the same tired destination. Shake things up by visiting these five unusual destinations this year:

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