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10 best cities in the world for vegetarians (and open-minded foodies)
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With more and more people moving away from meat consumption for both ethical and environmental reasons, vegetarianism is on the rise. The days where m...

The ultimate Oktoberfest guide
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Ahh, it’s that time of the year again when drinking beer at all hours of the day is totally acceptable: Oktoberfest is here again! Before you pack you...

EF Talks: Pro cyclist Rigoberto Urán on learning languages and living abroad
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“Tranquilo papito, no se preocupe.”Translated  as “take it easy” or “stay calm,” this simple phrase embodies EF-Education First-Drapac p/b Cannondale’...

A beginner’s guide to K-pop
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I’ve loved K-pop – a genre of popular music originating in South Korea – since high school. My best friend at that time was crazy about a group called...

7 things to know about the British royal family
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Anyone who has lived in the UK will know that the royal family has a special place in British history, not to mention modern culture. You might have t...

Top cycling terms you need to watch the Tour de France
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I love to ride bikes. I commute, mountain bike, join weekly group rides and even track my rides with an app to push myself to be faster. Most of my fr...

EF Talks: Pro cyclist Simon Clarke on moving abroad and learning Italian
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EF-Education First-Drapac p/b Cannondale team member, Simon Clarke competed in his first bike race at age 10. Pedaling his mountain bike with 24-inch ...

The top 10 summer music festivals you don’t want to miss
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Whether you’re into rock, hip-hop, or electronic music, this summer’s festival season is going to be one to remember. So grab your backpack and start ...

The 8 best spring traditions around the world
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As spring surfaces to drive out the last gloomy traces of winter, we can finally start to look forward to sunnier days. Part of the beauty of spring’s...

Overcoming Culture Shock in South Korea
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Traveling to another city, state, or even another country can give you a nice dose of culture shock if it is anything different from what you are used...

The best Chinese New Year celebrations (outside of China)
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It’s Chinese New Year again – and what better way to celebrate than joining in the lunar fun in the world’s most fascinating cities? Chinatowns the pl...

The 5 top fashion mistakes to avoid when traveling
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When planning for your travels, it can be a challenge to decide what to pack. Questions like what do people wear when it snows? When will I need comfo...