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Five common Italian expressions explained You’ve been studying Italian for a while now, but have come accross some strange expressions which seem to make no sense, no matter how many dictionaries you consulted trying to figure out their meaning.. Don’t worry! They are probably “modi di dire”, that is idiomatic expressions with a figurative meaning which can be quite impossible ...

When traveling to a foreign country it is a fun challenge to learn a little about the language and culture. Learning Basic Grammar & Vocabulary Learning Phrases: In addition to learning basic grammar and vocabulary, it is good to learn sayings from the country, because it can give you a sense and flavor of the personality of the people. It has ...

Austria and its well-known tourist regions have long been a favourite holiday destination for skiers and active holiday guests in summer, but little is known about the lesser-known region of East Tyrol in the south of Austria.  East Tyrol in Austria is split into 4 regions. The Lienzer Dolomite region Lienz, the capital town of East Tyrol is located exactly ...

Do you know the way to San Jose? Good, because just south of that is the beautiful Santa Cruz, CA. Not only does this beach city have great surf and home to the well-known University of California, Santa Cruz, it also has a ton of great food, bars, and activities where adventure is just waiting for you! If you are ...

Whether a person is traveling for business or pleasure, finding great places to eat may take some practice. When they’re at home, most people generally have a good sense of which local restaurants appeal to them and meet their needs. When they’re on a trip, people may feel uncertain about where to dine. Dining out in a new place should ...

When planning your next rock hounding vacation, you simply can’t miss these locations. They offer the finest minerals and fossils available for your personal collection. Once your trip is over, you can incorporate the memories from your trip in your daily life. Keep the Memory Alive Unfortunately photos from our travels aren’t always on display. But, the rocks, minerals and ...

New England offers many beautiful gardens. While visiting the individual gardens, you might want to think about the feeling the gardens elicit. The Longfellow Garden provides a quiet Oasis in the city. Polly Hill Arboretum is vast and offers a more “wild” view of nature. Finally, the Shaker Village gives a glance into the past, and perhaps a hint of ...

Advice on Schooling, Making Friends & Fitting in Abroad By Elizabeth Ballard, M.S. When my little family moved to a cloud forest in the Highlands of Panama, I had no clue about how I was going to continue with my son’s education and help him continue being the happy, social kid he was. Boquete, Panama, is one of the “hot ...

From its broad stockpile of antiquities to the busy contemporary art zones where one can explore true works of art of some of the most popular artists in the world, Rome is an eclectic city that features unique districts which are a catalogue in stone of more than 2000 years of vibrant city life that has seen everything from the ...

City Apartments Eilat is where luxury meets absolute affordability. Enjoy your short vacation in Israel in the beautiful city of Eilat overlooking the vast spreading ocean. Experience every sunrise and sun set right from your window while enjoying pure Israeli delicacies. Israel is a land of God and heavenly beauty. Eilat is one of the best locations in Israel to ...