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Mar 10, 2014 — Sweater weather is cool (pun intended), but warmer weather is better. Maybe they’re used to it in sunny Southern California, but in places like New York and Chicago that are still only experiencing intermittent departures from the below-freezing temperatures, the coming of warmer weather means a whole new world of fun and exciting events that weren’t possible during the winter months. For spring and summer, the number of things... continue reading
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Feb 4, 2014 — Have you always dreamed of experiencing the raging nightlife in the city that never sleeps? Maybe you’ve always wanted to enjoy breakfast at Tiffany’s on 5th Avenue, or take a walk through Central Park? Well, ladies and gentlemen, this is your chance. Enter our contest and you could be seeing the sights and partying in New York City in no time. All you have to do is sign up... continue reading
Sep 11, 2013 — There’s a tangible energy in the air come summertime in America. Suddenly, the world feels like an upbeat Bruce Springsteen song, whether you're partying during the day or dancing in the dark. Around every red, white, and blue corner, star-spangled citizens find a variety of ways to indulge in the summer season. Chock-full of successful entertainment professionals and young creative types, the Upper West Side in New York... continue reading
Sep 9, 2013 — There are a lot of places to catch UV rays in Europe. Parks, plazas, and public pools receive the requisite amount of sunshine to get that coveted bronze tone. But among the plethora of locations to sunbathe in the Old World, there’s one sun-soaked scene that stands out above all others. Europe’s beaches are the absolute best places to bask in the golden glow of that big bright orb... continue reading
Sep 6, 2013 — You make history every time you brush your teeth in the morning. Sure it’s not the Gettysburg Address or Martin Luther King, Jr.’s “I Have a Dream” speech, but it’s another paragraph on another page in your personal story. Day-to-day life understandably grows dull. Sometimes people need a little bit of inspiration and context as to why waking up every day means something. Though the United States of... continue reading
Sep 4, 2013 — The first parks in history showed up around medieval times and served as hunting hotspots for royalty. It was during the Industrial Revolution that parks opened their gates to the general public. Now worldwide denizens are known to pack picnics, grab athletic gear, leash up their dogs, and head to these expansive local lawns. And more often than not, folks are sure to bring along some sunscreen in anticipation... continue reading
Aug 30, 2013 — Most things that are worth doing take a lot of hard work. The same can be said for getting a tan. Anyone can hop in a tanning booth to obtain a cheap, orange-ish skin tone. However, only a select few can deal with the copious amounts of surfing, hot babes, jacked dudes, margaritas, and volleyball that comes with obtaining a certified, authentic beach tan. In America – where... continue reading
Aug 28, 2013 — If summer were in a beauty contest with winter, spring, and fall, there’s no way it would lose. Sure, fall has those pretty, multi-colored leaves that pile on the ground nicely. Winter’s snow provides a few postcard-worthy snapshots. And spring boasts a whole lot of blossoming. But the beauty of summer isn’t surface level. Sure, the abundance of sun and favorable temps are too important to dismiss, but... continue reading
Aug 26, 2013 — Labor Day spells an end to the summer season in America. Students are back at school and adults are left daydreaming about Thanksgiving and Christmas. But before packing summer away neatly into a picnic basket, it’s best to soak up the sun’s fleeting shine. Luckily, the U.S.A. is chock-full of parks that afford citizens a chance to catch some UV rays from a variety of angles. In Beantown,... continue reading
Aug 23, 2013 — America is a nation of immigrants. The stars and stripes represent thousands of different customs and traditions that blend together to make U.S. culture a colorful canvass. Diversity is undeniably one of the country’s strong points. Americans have a rare ability to celebrate the nationalities of their ancestors while staying true to the red, white, and blue. This affords citizens ample opportunity to celebrate national pride throughout... continue reading