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Online learning
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Don't stop at Duolingo, set realistic goals, balance skills: how to start learning a new language

Being multilingual enhances sophistication, cultural understanding, and cognitive abilities, making language learning beneficial for personal and social growth.
London music
fromCN Traveller
2 weeks ago

A seaside town without any sea? The charming British spot drawing in curious travellers

Parkgate, a former 18th-century port on the Dee Estuary, transformed from a bustling harbor into marshland due to centuries of natural silting that gradually replaced water with mud flats.
Europe news
fromConde Nast Traveler
1 month ago

The 14 Best Beaches in Europe for Doing It All or Absolutely Nothing

European beaches offer memorable holiday destinations with stunning sunsets and quiet surroundings, complemented by curated accommodation options for various travel styles.
Boston food
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

I moved from NYC to a seasonal beach town in Maryland. Here are 6 of the most surprising things about living here full-time.

Moving to a Maryland beach town full-time brings seasonal business closures but also exceptional dining deals and community opportunities during the offseason.
fromBustle
1 month ago

Summer Vacations Are Out & Winter Getaways Are In

Back in chilly February, when you were bored at work, you didn't think twice about booking a wine tasting and zipline excursion back to back. By the time reality hits in July, you're desperately chugging water to try and stave off heat stroke. Just like that, your 'relaxing' getaway is not so relaxing at all.
Travel
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Tell us about a favourite break on a European island

For a true sense of freedom and escape, nothing quite compares with an island getaway. Whether it's island hopping in Greece, exploring a Scandinavian archipelago by kayak or simply getting on a ferry to the Isle of Wight, we'd love to hear about your favourite European islands. The best tip of the week, chosen by Tom Hall of Lonely Planet wins a 200 voucher to stay at a Coolstays property the company has more than 3,000 worldwide.
Miscellaneous
France news
fromThe Local France
1 month ago

Endless rain, Montpellier, and growing up bilingual: 6 essential articles for life in France

France faces prolonged rain; Paris and Montpellier attract Americans; bilingual upbringing requires balance; 2026 mutuelle hikes can be challenged; selling property incurs hidden costs.
Travel
fromLondon On The Inside
1 month ago

Here's Why Margate Makes a Great Winter Escape

Margate House Hotel's 9-room boutique, with seaside views, Wes Anderson-inspired interiors, Haeckels products, and Willy's restaurant, offers a cosy winter bolthole and seasonal British food.
Design
fromConde Nast Traveler
1 month ago

The Most Exciting Hotel Openings This Winter for Skiers, Sun-Bathers, and Antique Hunters

Winter hotel openings across diverse destinations redefine seasonal travel with design-forward mountain boutiques, private ski clubs, beach escapes, and intimate inns.
fromBuzzFeed
2 months ago

I Hate To Break It To You, But There's A Huge Chance You've Been Saying Extremely Common Words And Phrases Wrong Your Entire Life

1. Tongue in cheek 2. Old wives' tales 3. Statute of limitations 4. To be specific 5. Nipped in the bud 6. Get down to brass tacks 7. Deep-seated hatred 8. All intents and purposes 9. Wheelbarrow 10. Champing at the bit 11. Jury-rigged 12. Ulterior motive 13. Bald-faced lie 14. Dog eat dog world 15. Chump change 16. Dime a dozen 17. Duct tape 18. Can't see the forest for the trees 19. Quote unquote 20. Could have 21. Chalk it up 22. Iced tea 23. Take for granted 24. Blessing in disguise 25. Bated breath
Writing
Education
fromSilicon Canals
1 month ago

7 words highly intelligent people use in conversation that average people mispronounce - Silicon Canals

Correct pronunciation of commonly mispronounced words often reflects extensive reading, attention to language, and habitual auditory correction rather than showing off.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Golden sands meld into the clear turquoise sea': readers' favourite beaches in Europe

Picturesque Mediterranean and Atlantic coastal towns offer golden beaches, calm lagoons, dramatic cliffs, historic architecture, and accessible yet tranquil seaside experiences.
Travel
fromCN Traveller
2 months ago

Where is hot in June? 7 ideas for an early summer escape

Stay: OKU Kos (adults-only); The Old Markets, Symi; Beverly Hills Hotel, LA; The Modernist; One&Only Aesthesis, Athens.
Miscellaneous
fromGamintraveler
2 months ago

9 Weekend Habits Europeans Guard That Americans Give Away For Work

Spanish and many European cultures structurally protect weekends as mandatory rest, while American habits treat weekends as leftover time, carrying weekday stress into leisure.
Travel
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Eight of the best affordable beach holidays, from Crete to the Costa de la Luz

Costa de la Luz, the Algarve and Pelion offer unspoilt coastal scenery, tranquil boutique hotels, watersports, dolphin watching and extensive hiking opportunities.
Travel
fromConde Nast Traveler
5 years ago

13 Best US Beach Hotels to Book Before Summer Begins

U.S. beach hotels offer oceanfront stays nationwide—from Montauk to Oregon to San Juan—providing seaside activities, thalassotherapy, dune exploration, and oceanfront pools.
Travel
fromTime Out London
2 months ago

The stunning rural village that is one of the best winter day trips from London this January

Broadway in the Cotswolds offers frosty countryside walks, honey-coloured cottages, galleries, cosy pubs, and scenic viewpoints reachable from London in about 1.5–2 hours.
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