Diving With the Devil

July 17th, 2009 by Zain Iqbal

Going to a local swimming hole for a refreshing dip ranks as a must-do summer outing. However, native Zambians and Zimbabweans might look at your swim spot and laugh, especially after they show you their version: “The Devil’s Armchair.”

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Diving With the Devil

Gone To The Beach: The Best Annual Sandcastle Contests Around The World

July 13th, 2009 by Mara Rogers

Summertime is here, but not everyone thinks ‘lazy days at the beach’ or making an occasional flip-the-bucket-over-instant-sandcastle. In fact, a global trend is growing–a unique, yet serious art–sand sculpture.

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Gone To The Beach: The Best Annual Sandcastle Contests Around The World

SF On The Cheap!

July 10th, 2009 by Lauren Locke-Paddon

Who doesn’t like things for free? Check out our summer time sampling of what the city has to offer at no cost.

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SF On The Cheap!

Beers, Bratwurst, and Baseball

July 9th, 2009 by Zain Iqbal

Experiencing fireworks withdrawal? Are you craving hot dogs and ice-cold beer for lunch? If you woke up this week and realized that the post-July 4th summer is in full-swing, then it’s time to start packing in those weekends (and days off from work) with some fun outdoor activities. Why not have your own hot dog eating contest in the bleacher seats of a baseball game? We’ve made a list of some must-see stadiums in Major League Baseball as well as a few suggestions for beating exorbitant prices inside the parks.

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Beers, Bratwurst, and Baseball