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5 big reasons why US and UK English sound so different
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We may share a language but there’s nothing similar when it comes to hearing someone from the US spe...

6 best cities to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day
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It’s the most wonderful time of the year! St. Patrick’s Day is upon us once again, and we’ve picked ...

The quiet side of Los Angeles: 5 spots to help you slow down
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One of the biggest benefits of living in Los Angeles is the possibility for constant excitement. You...

10 ways International Women’s Day is marked around the world
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Originally championed and founded by women, International Women’s Day is a global day to celebrate w...

8 must-see musicals in New York
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If you’re heading to New York to study English or simply taking a trip to the Big Apple, a musical n...

Soccer vs. American football: 10 major differences
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Football? American football? Soccer? These sports may share a name in many countries, but that’s as ...

The ultimate summer guide to New York
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They call it ‘The City That Never Sleeps’ and, with an endless list of things to do, restaurants to ...

5 things to do in New York on a budget
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It’s no secret that living in or traveling to New York can be on the expensive side, which can be da...

10 hidden gems in New York: Beyond the Brooklyn Bridge
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Visitors flock to New York – and famous landmarks like the Brooklyn Bridge – in their masses. Art ga...

10 things no one tells you about tipping in the US
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Visitors to the US are often baffled by our tipping culture. It’s true – it’s a wild monkey you have...

Your quick guide to making the most out of Miami
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Miami welcomes 14 million visitors every year and is a haven for beach-lovers, art aficionados, fans...

10 hidden gems in Boston
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Boston: home of the Red Sox, Harvard University and Mark Wahlberg. For a properly authentic Boston e...