I Tried Preply for a Month to Learn French: My Review (2026)
I took French lessons on Preply for a month ahead of my move to Paris. Here’s what worked, what didn’t, and whether Preply is worth it.
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Dutch Cities | Europe | Family Travel | Keukenhof | Netherlands/Holland | Travel | Tulips
How to Visit Keukenhof Gardens in 2026: Insider Tips from a Netherlands Local
The world-famous Keukenhof Gardens in the Netherlands has been named one of the top flower gardens worth visiting by the Huffington Post. Here are some tips on how to best navigate and enjoy these spectacular gardens and surrounding flower fields.
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What It’s Really Like to Run the New York City Marathon
Experience the magic of the New York City Marathon—five boroughs, epic crowds, insider tips, and lessons from a seasoned World Marathon Majors runner.
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Running the Chicago Marathon: My Experience and Insider Tips
Thinking about running the Chicago Marathon? This flat-and-fast World Marathon Major is famous for its crowd support, smooth logistics, and unforgettable skyline views. In this guide, I share my experience running Chicago just one week after Berlin—including expo highlights, race-day tips, and the neighborhoods that make 26.2 miles fly by.
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European Christmas Market Dates 2026
Discover Christmas market dates in Europe 2025. Find confirmed schedules for Germany, Austria, France, Poland, Switzerland, and more to plan your trip.
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Berlin Marathon Guide: Race Tips, Travel, and Must-Sees
Planning to run the Berlin Marathon? This guide covers everything from expo essentials and race-day strategy to transportation, money, and travel tips for making the most of your marathon weekend in Berlin.
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Europe | Norway | Running | Running Routes | Solo Travel | Travel | Tromsø
Running Into the Light: Midnight Sun Marathon Recap
What’s it like to race through the Arctic Circle at night in full daylight? My Midnight Sun Marathon recap from Tromsø, Norway.
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Subject: Sydney Marathon + Kangaroo Island Half: Inside My Aussie Challenge
Why I ran the Sydney Marathon and Kangaroo Island Half in one trip, and why an Aussie racecation might be perfect for you too.
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Running the Sydney Marathon + Kangaroo Island Half: My Aussie Challenge Recap
What do an island half marathon and a high-energy marathon major race have in common? Everything, if you’re running the Aussie Challenge. Read this recap of my journey through two unforgettable races — Kangaroo Island and the Sydney Marathon — and what made this racecation so worth it.
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Not Just the Lottery: Tours Operators and Charity Bibs Offer Alternatives to Securing Marathon Entries
Don’t let lottery rejections crush your marathon dreams. Tour operators and charities can guarantee race entry and bring you closer to your dream of running iconic races. Photo credit: Monique White
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Netherlands Tulip Fields Bike Tours
“Go Dutch” and take in the sights and sounds of the beautiful Netherlands with bike tours and day trips to windmills, cheese markets, or through the famous tulip fields.
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Austria | Europe | Family Travel | River Cruise | Solo Travel | Travel
Vienna Food Tour: A Sweet Symphony of Desserts
Discover Vienna’s sweet side with the Sweet Secrets of Vienna Dessert Tour. Uncover the city’s most delectable desserts, from traditional coffee houses to quaint cafes and bustling markets. Read all about this sweet adventure.
