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Love coffee? Find out how other countries

serve their coffee and be prepared for your coffee

experience abroad.

Make sure you fit in with the latest fashion trends while you’re travelling.

This month: ITALY!

While travelling with your significant other, try

a new European trend and lock away your love.

Explore an underwater world of sunken art at MUSA.

Take an adventure through the beauti-ful lanscape of the

Amalfi Coast

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Merissa Blitz

Ashley Braun

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“One grande iced non-fat 2-pump mocha latte no foam please?”

No way is that going to fly in most foreign countries that have just learned the difference between an espresso and a cappuccino. So what’s a coffee-lover to do when the deluxe days of Dunkin’ and intri-cate orders from Starbucks are as

foreign to the waitress as half the words on the menu are to you?

The way I see it, there are two options, but since the first requires you to physically hop over the counter and prepare the steamed beverage yourself, that leaves us with one feasible method: adapt.

For those who use caffeine as a staple of energy and method of survival, an espresso is the best bet. Plus, you’ll blend right in with the other café visitors who use this

environment as a way to quickly infuse their sluggish bodies with a source of energy.

In stark comparison to the American coffee-drinking habits, foreigners have yet to see the ben-efit in nursing a venti cup of coffee that has been drained significantly with milk, sugar or flavorful syrups. Instead, the drink is most often served hot in a small piece of chi-naware and with minimal additives.

It’s obvious, though, that not everyone can adapt to this seem-ingly barbaric method of caffeine absorption.

So, another form of adaptation requires knowing the language. If you have a thesaurus with you (which you should), the best words for you to learn are “ice,” “milk,” “sugar,” and, if those all fail, “soda.”

Since many foreign cafes are accustomed to American tourists, it’s important to note that there

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are some circumstances where an “American coffee” is universally un-derstood to include a larger-sized cup and about a half-cup of sweet-ener. However, do not be surprised if your “iced coffee” results in a small glass that is filled with ice and has a sip-worth of coffee.

Also, in place of the stacks of artificial sweeteners such as

Sweet’N Low, Splenda and Equal, European cafes tend to stay classy with the teaspoon-portions of natu-ral sugar. If searching for a zero-calorie packet of sweetener is on your list of priorities, you can put your physique-conscious mind to rest with the ever-common ZSweet packet.

It’s definitely a struggle for

anyone used to his or her daily order at the Coffee Bean, but it’s not impossible to get that caffeine kick in a way that seems favorable to you.

Just keep in mind that these or-ders will instantly stick a red tourist flag to you and may result in an inappropriately high bill. But hey, it’s coffee, isn’t it worth it?

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How to NOT Look Like a Tourist inItaly

Photo and Article by Merissa Blitz

FASHION

As summer creeps up on us, we’re beginning to plan our one-week getaway from our summer job or internship. This year Italy is one of the hottest spots to visit. But looking like an American tourist will keep you from having the full Italian experience. Here are a few tips

to help you fit in with the fashion savvy natives.

Guys Girls

Italian Fashion Don’tsGirls and guys rarely ever

wear shorts except for when they are playing sports. La-

dies, if you really want to wear shorts on your trip, make sure that they at least hit right above your knee. Guys tend to wear

pants all year round.

Never EVER wear white tennis shoes. This is the key indicator of a tourist. If you want to wear sneakers, make sure they are dark in color and that you are able to wear them with both a casual outfit as well as a

dressy-casual one.

When going out on the town at night, guys should wear a dressy but-ton down shirt but during the day, a polo or a nice t-shirt will do the trick.

Choose a pant made of a lightweight fabric such as khaki or linen so that you will be comfortable in the hot sun on your tour throught the Venice canals.

As far as shoes go, you can’t go wrong with a brown or black leather sandal. They will match anything and can be dressed up or dressed down.

In the summer months, you’ll usually see Italian women strolling through town wearing sundresses and flowy skirts.

One of the most prominent accessories in Italy is the over-the-shoulder bag. This is very convient for you because not only will you look Italian-chic but you will also have a place to hide away your tourist identity (a.k.a. your camera, phone, maps, brochures and souveniers).

Sunglasses are a staple accessorie in any Italian woman’s wardrobe. Get large, round-framed sun-glasses that cover from right above your eyebrows and hit right above your cheek bones. the bigger the better!

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Locking Love: Euro Style

Locking Love: Euro Style

Ashley Braun discovers a new trending activity for

couples that travel

was on a bike tour in Prague when I first saw them.

Multi-colored, disor-ganized, yet beautifully handcrafted. Each was in a random spot, but the messcame together like a perfect installation. Representing love and commitment, I began to romanticize over this new custom in Europe: Love Locks.

Love Locks are a custom by which padlocks are af-fixed to a fence, gate, bridge, or any similar public fixture, by couples to symbolize their everlasting love.It is said, that couples will carve, or write, their names

on the padlock then throw away the key together, sym-bolizing that their love and commitment to each otherwill never break, or need to be parted.

When I was standing on the bridge looking at each of the locks individually, I saw happiness, trust, hope, goodness. There are good people in the world,committing to each other for a lifetime, trusting each other in happiness and joy.

These Love Locks can inspire others to find true love, give hope to those who don’t believe in true love, or remind us to love the one you’re with. These Love Locks provide a roman-tic memory these couples will never forget, yet provide a warm sensation to every single person who walks by.

Love padlocks began appearing throughout Europe in the early 2000’s and have lasted over a decade.

Colorful, artistic, unique;each are different but when they all come together it makes a beautiful whole. So how exactly does it work?

To seal the deal and signify that their souls are eternally locked togeth-er, the couple will throw the padlock key over the edge of the bridge into the river. Symbolically, the couple has joined together forever and thrown away the key so that their love will never end, just as the padlock will never be opened.

On the flip side, Love padlocks are frequently viewed as a form of vandalism by local authorities, and various efforts have been made to prevent the practice.However, because love padlocks have become so popu-lar, it is difficult to stop couples from setting them up.

As a result, many cities and some towns have set updedicated fences and other structures where it is legal to affix love padlocks. These efforts may be moderately

helpful with prevent-ing illegal installa-tions, but improvised locks are still to be found everywhere.

All in all, it isn’t always easy to let the people you love know how much they mean to you, which is why Love Locks are such a popular trend. Commitment, promise, and deep love can all be sym-bolized through this little activity.

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Hohenzollern Bridge in Cologne, Germany

In the centre of the southern Hungarian city of Pécs

Metal pole in Mount Huang, China

Lamp poles on Ponte Milvio in Rome

Luzhkov bridge in downtown Moscow

A pedestrian bridge over Volodymyrsky uzviz near the National Philharmonic building in Kiev

The Venus Bridge

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Itching to go to a museum, but don’t want the same old experi-ence? You could find a museum

anywhere you can walk around, looking at pieces of art or things from the past.

If you’re looking for something a little different however, there’s a cultural hub for you. Trade walking for swimming through the exhibits, and don’t be surprised if you find yourself being followed! Many fish and other marine life call this mu-seum their home.

Located off the coast of Can-cun and Isla Mujeres lies MUSA (Museo Subacuático de Arte).

The crystal clear waters make it easy to enjoy the life-sized statues either above or below the water. The museum is furnished with hun-dreds of statues and bright, natural

coral.If you’re an adult, this trip will

cost $40 but the experience is worth it. This ticket includes round trip transportation from the Paradise platform, unlimited guided snorkel tour, beer and refreshments aboard the paradise platform, snorkel equipment and your own aqua-world snorkel, which is yours to keep at the end of the adventure.

Even better, if you are traveling with young ones who are dying to get in the water, their tickets run $20 cheaper.

Underwater ArtSnorkel through the waters off the coast of Cancun and Isla Mujeresas as you discover over 403 permanent life-

size sculptures settling down in the deep blue sea.

ELIZABETH NERICH

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All photos by Jason deCaires Taylor (http://www.underwater-sculpture.com/)

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AVVENTURA IN AMALFI

From Sorrento, you can take the ferry to Capri, train to Pompeii and bus to Positano, Amalfi and Naples. Sorrento’s shores have been eternally irresistible to lovers of the sea. It was there that mythical sirens of Greek legend once lived, luring powerless sailors with their enchanting melody to their ship’s doom. Will you answer their siren call?

This landscape creates cliffs, caverns, natural arches, deep fjords and stunning beaches that have enchanted travelers for centuries. Colorfully painted houses lean on each other on the cliffs hanging over the crystal blue sea. The many islands that make up the Amalfi Coast are easily traveled in a weekend trip, but have plenty to offer for a longer stay.

The Amalfi Coast is known for its unique, beautiful land-scape, with the rare combination of mountain and sea.

SORRENTOStraddling cliffs that look out across the bay to Mt Vesuvius, Sorrento is perfectly situated to be the base for your Amalfi Coast adventures.

Amalfi Coast Map © 2006 by James Martin

Photos and Article by Katie Baer

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The bustling town has wonderful stores for the avid shopper. Be sure to find the handmade sandal stores and take the time to design and get a sandal built around your foot. What better story to tell people when they ask where you got your shoes?

POSITANOEnjoy a day in the sun at the beautiful Positano black sand beaches.

You’ve seen this colorful seaside town in “The Talented Mr. Ripley,” and now it can be your time for a care-free water adventure (and perhaps you’ll find your own Jude Law and Matt Damon?!)

This cliff-hanging coastal village has activities for all. The adventure-seekers can hop on a boat and tour the area by sea, stopping to swim in caves and jump off cliffs into the clear Mediterranean water. Find the hut on the beach and sign up the day of for a boat trip, accommodating as many people as your party requires.

Leaving Capri is by the far the hardest part of the journey — it is easy to get lost in the splendor of this fantasyland.

The entrance is so small you have to lie in the bottom of the boat on your back to fit! The boat won’t enter on rough conditions because any waves can smack the boat upwards into the rock cave ceiling. Once in the grotto you will be in awe of the blue water, caused by sunlight passing through the seawater creating a blue reflection and illuminating the cave. Put your hand in the water and see how it appears to glow in the light.

Hop on a boat tour starting at the port of Marina Grande and take in the splendor from the sea. Feel like a movie star as you speed around the island used for countless photo shoots — recently, Dolce & Gabbana’s Light Blue fragrance commercial. Upon arrival at the sea cave, the Blue Grotto, a small wooden boat will row up to take you into the grotto for only 12.50 euro, or 8.50 euro if you are a student.

It is funny to think that this grotto used to be avoided because it was thought to be inhabited by witches and monsters!

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CAPRIThe charming island of Capri is completely walkable with only two towns, Capri and Anacapri. The moment you step foot on this breathtaking island you will understand why so many celebrities choose to buy a house here.

FUN FACTSThe Amalfi Coast was listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site as a cultural landscape in 1997

The area is famous for its production of limoncello liquer

Positano was featured prominently in the film Under the Tuscan Sun

The Amalfi Coast was referenced in the Beyonce song, “Upgrade U” ft. Jay-Z

Capri was the vacation hideaway of Roman emperors Augustus and Tiberiust

After the boat tour, walk on the hairpin turns of Via Krupp to see breathtaking panoramic views, a switchback footpath connecting the Charterhouse of San Giacomo and the Gardens of Augustus. The path hugs the side of the cliff the entire way, giving you a continuously stunning view with each bend.

Then, climb up to Anacapri and you can ride the chairlift to the top of Mt. Solaro for a 360 degree view of the island, the Bay of Naples and Mt. Vesuvius.

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POMPEIINo trip to the Amalfi Coast would be complete without a step into history at Pompeii, the fateful town frozen in time under six meters of volcanic lava and ash from an explosion by Mt. Vesuvius. The entrance fee is 11 euro, and you can opt to hire a tour guide or explore the site on your own.