Month: July 2012

The fair isle of Jamaica

The Caribbean island of Jamaica is truly an ideal destination for a UK student interested in taking a gap year.  In most of the world’s exotic destinations, volunteering means first and foremost learning quite a bit of the local language.  Jamaica, on the other hand, is an English-speaking country by virtue of its centuries long […]

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The French Alps, all year round

For fans of Alpine skiing, there is no better place in the world than Les Trois Vallées.  Situated in the French Alps, this large region comprises the world’s largest linked ski area.  Despite its reputation as a premier location for snow related sports, the French Alps in fact offer visitors plenty to do all year […]

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Visiting scenic and historical Wales

The small nation of Wales is located within the United Kingdom and features some of the loveliest landscapes found in the British Isles.  Wales is relatively sparsely populated, having only a third of the population of London yet occupying more than 8,000 square miles.  Contrary to popular belief, Wales is quite diverse, possessing three regions […]

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