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Book Review: Earth to Kat Vespucci 27 Aug 2013 | 05:42 pm
Thank you to the Fund for Education Abroad for bringing Ingrid Anders and her book Earth to Kat Vespucci to our attention. This quote from the book highlights why I enjoyed it and why I think it’s a g...
Filipino Flooding, and the Rest of the Week in Travel and Health 23 Aug 2013 | 11:59 pm
Last week, we warned you to avoid Egypt because of the violent military crackdown (still good advice). This week, The Philippines are global hot spot to avoid, but this time it’s Mother Nature wreakin...
Healthy International Recipe: Greek Roasted Mackerel and Tzatziki 23 Aug 2013 | 06:38 pm
With all its coastal regions, fish holds a central place in traditional Greek food. Fresh, whole fish is easy to find, and simple, quality ingredients help make a simple piece of fish into something s...
Traveling is Good for Your Mental Health 21 Aug 2013 | 06:21 pm
If someone asked you why you enjoy traveling, you’d probably answer with something along the lines of “to see the world,” or “to meet new people and learn about new cultures.” But there’s one more pe...
5 Healthy Days in Hong Kong 21 Aug 2013 | 01:25 am
Despite the world-class smog and the often greasy cuisine, Hong Kong is a very healthy place. Residents there are committed to exercise, and it’s fair to say that there are plenty of healthy food opti...
The CDC Releases the 2014 Yellow Book: Your Guide to Healthy Travel 20 Aug 2013 | 09:05 pm
I felt like reenacting Steve Martin’s scene from The Jerk this morning at HTB HQ – “The new phone book is here! The new phone book is here!” Well, not exactly. But we were excited by the release of t...
Don’t Go to Egypt — And the Rest of the Week in Travel and Health 16 Aug 2013 | 06:37 pm
Egypt has devolved into a violent mess this week. A government crackdown on protesters has left close to 600 people dead, and the numbers are rising, seemingly by the hour. As the sun comes up here on...
Glorious Camping: Glamping! 16 Aug 2013 | 12:37 am
If you love the outdoors but hate the idea of sleeping in a stuffy tent, living off of burgers and hot dogs, and “showering” with wet naps every day, you may be interested in this alternative option t...
5 Healthy Days in Barcelona 15 Aug 2013 | 06:05 pm
Our next stop in the five healthy days tour is to the energetic, historical, and eccentric city of Barcelona, Spain. A city that hosts a culture that is as vibrant as the colorful mosaics and unique b...
Healthy International Recipe: Danish Smørrebrød 14 Aug 2013 | 11:20 pm
Smørrebrød, which translates as “butter bread” in Danish, encompasses a broad variety of open-faced sandwiches. Understated, simple, and unpretentious, this Danish national dish exemplifies perfectly ...
