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Dreaming at Dreamwalk Park

By Halli Romero April 04, 2025 06:19 PM
One visitor of Dreamwalk Park described it as: “If Willy Wonka, Star Wars, and Pandora's Avatar had a baby, this place would be the child.” And that’s just scratching the surface. Located in the center of Orem, Utah, lies an entire world all fitting within just 50,000 square feet (4,645 meters). Read Full Story

The Appalachian Trail: A Trail of Endurance and Beauty

By Ivy Fuhriman April 02, 2025 09:09 AM
Would a night spent alone in the woods feed your sense of adventure or leave you quaking in your boots? What about backpacking alone for six months? That’s how long it takes the average person to hike the Appalachian Trail. Read Full Story

Glass Isn’t Just for Windows—It’s for Blowing Minds

By Alexis Steinbrecher March 28, 2025 09:17 AM
If you’re looking to shatter your expectations, the Corning Museum of Glass in Corning, New York, is just the experience for you. Here, you can get up close and personal with the art, science, and sheer magic of glass. Read Full Story

Sketchbook Travel Kit: Less is More

By Elizabeth Walker March 26, 2025 04:14 PM
As someone who loves art and travel, my favorite souvenirs from trips are often original watercolor paintings from street vendors. However, on recent trips I have found it harder to find the watercolor paintings I’m looking for, so I’ve started keeping my own sketch journal of my favorite sights. Knowing the frustrations of both overpacking and under packing art supplies, I have compiled a list of the bare essentials for starting your own watercolor travel sketchbook. Read Full Story

Greece’s Independence Traditions Don’t Have to Be All Greek to You!

By Aubrey Pierson March 22, 2025 05:13 PM
Recently I came across a post claiming that the most common holiday on Earth is a holiday individually celebrated by many countries: Independence Day. The 4th of July in America is famous for barbeques and fireworks, but I became very curious about the traditions in other countries. After some research, I found a list of independence holidays celebrated by over 200 countries and realized that Greece’s is coming up on March 25. So how do they celebrate their freedom from the Ottoman Empire in Greece? Read Full Story

Spring 2025 Issue

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Questions to Ask Before Popping the Question: Travel Edition

By Maddy Poll March 12, 2025 09:45 PM
Nothing makes a perfect proposal quite like the thrill of adventure.

A German Haven in Georgia

By Elen Strickland March 05, 2025 09:07 PM
Helen, Georgia isn’t your average southern town. Instead, taking a trip to Helen is like stepping into a quaint village in Germany. Inspired after Bavarian architecture, this alpine town offers a unique experience complete with authentic German food, luxurious places to stay, fun activities for all ages, and exciting events throughout the year. Here are a few things to do during a weekend stay in Helen, GA.

Splitboarding: Going Beyond the Lift Lines

By Annika Johnson February 27, 2025 01:46 PM
Cross country ski into the unknown and snowboard back out on this one-of-a-kind gear made for the snow adventurer in you.

Best Psssh in the West

By Briana Wright February 26, 2025 09:09 AM
If you are ever on Route 66, pull off at Pops for soda, gas, and a little grub!

English Language in Britain

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