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12 Best Beach Vacations for You
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JENNIE HUANG
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OCTOBER 30, 2021
Summer break is approaching; do you have a vacation plan? If not, plan for a beach vacation. Below are several of the best beach vacation options you can take. Go there, and you will make your free time worth remembering.
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China's Great Wall in Length and More
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MARIE GALLINAT
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SEPTEMBER 16, 2021
Do you know the total length of the Great Wall in China? You might be surprised to learn that it is 13,170 miles long. It's not a single wall, but actually a series of multiple walls, trenches, towers, and fortifications that spread along the northern portion in China. The Great Wall in China is made up of a combination of materials, such as stones, bricks, wood, chalk, lime, and gravel. It was constructed to protect China from foreign invaders. Apart from protecting the country during different wars, the wall also plays a role in controlling immigration and emigration. Over time, the gigantic length of the wall has also earned it various informal names. In many poems and literary works, the Great Wall in China has been called 'The Earth Dragon.'
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6 Major Festivals and Holidays in China to Explore
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NATALIA PEARSON
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SEPTEMBER 11, 2021
China has many traditional holidays, each with a long story to tell. The majority are based on legends and fairytales and are full of laughter and color. Chinese holidays are indeed occasions celebrated among all classes of society with equal joy and passion. Each holiday has been through the passage of time and has evolved into what it is today.
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Planning a Trip to Spain
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MARIA DAVIS
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AUGUST 31, 2021
Did you know tourism is the third major contributor to Spain's GDP? Apparently, no one can resist the charm of the sizzling Latin culture Spain has to offer! From the mouthwatering tapas to its beautiful beaches, there's something for everyone in Spain.
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Best Things to Do in Tokyo
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SABRINA DUARTE
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AUGUST 30, 2021
Known as the most populated city in the world, Tokyo offers an almost never-ending list of things to do and places to explore, from visiting popular streets, structures, temples, and parks, to trying a great variety of sumptuous food. Whether you're on a business trip, a weekend getaway or a longer backpacking excursion in Tokyo, you'll never go wrong with this itinerary as you will be able to check out multiple must-see places and things to do in Tokyo! Keep in mind that the best time to visit is during the temperate seasons like autumn (September – November) when colors are bright, or spring (March-May) when cherry blossoms are in season.
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Top 5 All-Inclusive Dominican Republic Resorts
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CASSIDY V. HUDSON
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AUGUST 27, 2021
Dominating the Hispaniola Island it shares with Haiti, the Dominican Republic is world-renowned for its eastern tip of Punta Cana where you will find a number of golf courses and countless resorts offering all-inclusive packages. Lying in the heart of the Caribbean, Dominican Republic resorts commonly offer a variety of activities, from the typical water fun such as kayaking and snorkeling to unique excursions via city and plantation tours, as well as indoor fun including yoga classes, casinos, and spas. Although blessed with a tropically warm climate all year long, the country normally experiences its rainy season between June and November, making December through February its peak tourist season. To help you pick the vacation package that best suits you, read the following brief highlights and tips for each of the top 5 all-inclusive Dominican Republic resorts.
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