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Spanish Festivals
Fires, Food Fights, and Frenzy
Ever resisted the urge to start a cafeteria food fight, harbored the irrational desire to endanger your life in front of large animals, been fascinated with flames, or wanted to consume large amounts of alcohol in public? Have no fear, intrepid adventurer! Satisfy your strangest cravings during these quirky and classic Spanish festivals. You’re sure to come home with a good story–if you’re lucky enough to remember it. More
ashtray
Ashes to Ashes
The law has been passed, the signs have been made, and the ashtrays have been ceremoniously crushed. On July 1st, 2007, England went where it had never gone before: smoke-free. More
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Exchange Rates
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