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Issue 4 will feature the best photos and stories submitted to these regions and themes:

Barcelona Exploring Spain’s capital of cool.

It’s been called the cultural “Capital of Spain.” The architecture, the parks, the street art, the food, the music; Barcelona combines urban sophistication and vibrant nightlife with a cosmopolitan blend of cultural influences.

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   Parc Guell

   Architect Antoni Gaudi's unique style can be seen throughout Barcelona. Parc Guell is listed as UNESCO World Heritage Site. The park offers panoramic views over Barcelona with another of Gaudi's structures, La Sagrada Familia, being a prominent sight in the city below.

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   La Sagrada Familia

   This Roman Catholic cathedral in Barcelona is possibly the world's longest-running architectural construction project: It was under construction for the entirety of the 20th century, and has yet to be completed.

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   La Pedrera

   Antoni Gaudì built this six-storey house in Barcelona between 1905 and 1907, creating a standing masterpiece of Modernism. Entering the building takes the visitor in the inside of a living body, made of stone but capable to pass the strong impression of breathing, infused with a special kind of life.

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Festival The best big gatherings for music, art, dance and more.

When the weather gets warm, festival season gets underway. Whether you gather for music, art, dance, theater, food—or any combination of these—tell us about your experiences at festivals around the world.

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   Incoming!

   Rockers dance to the music of a popular Turkish rock-band in the early-afternoon at the yearly Barisarock free festival in Istanbul (Rock for Peace).

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   Canopy

   Sakura (cherry) blossoms in bloom along the Kanda river in Tokyo. This particular stretch near Edogawabashi is one of the most magnificent spots for the hanami (blossom-viewing) event in springtime.

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   See You in Pamplona!

   Those were the last words I heard from some Italians I had befriended in Barcelona the day before heading down to Pamplona. The odds of that happening were literally 1 in 1.5 million people expected to be reveling during San Fermin.

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The Jersey Shore Summer? In Jersey? You got a problem with that?

The Hamptons? Fugghetaboutit! Just minutes from Manhattan, the New Jersey coast is one of America’s best-kept summer secrets, with a unique local culture and attractions that range from honky-tonk boardwalks to pristine natural beaches.

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   Lucky Leo's

   Lucky Leo's Amusement resides on the Boardwalk in Seaside Heights, New Jersey facing the Atlantic Ocean. Opened in 1953, the establishment has many arcade games including wheels of fortune for the whole family.

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   Boardwalk

   Asbury Park is considered a mecca for musicians, particularly for a subgenre of rock and roll known as the Jersey Shore sound, which is infused with R&B. It is home to The Stone Pony, founded in 1974, and a starting point for many performers.

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   The Great Auditorium

   Since 1894, The Great Auditorium has been the heart and soul of Ocean Grove on the Jersey Shore. Inside, it is said to be almost the size of a football field. During the summer it is used for Sunday services and often features shows for visitors to the shore.

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National Parks Nature at its best, in countries around the world.

Where nature provides a spectacular view, countries around the world have established national parks to preserve the beauty. From Canada to Costa Rica and Mongolia to Madagascar, we invite you to take us on a tour of the world’s best national parks.

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   Half Dome

   An infrared image of Half Dome in Yosemite National Park.

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   Perito Moreno Glacier

   Glaciers National Park, Argentina.

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   Pools of Oheo

   Waterfalls at the Pools of Oheo in Haleakala National Park on Maui, Hawaii.

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Jet Set WeekendThe ultimate weekend getaways.
Sponsored by Expedia.com

Pack your bags and explore an exciting new city this weekend. The Jet Set Weekend is your ultimate guide to the most happening places on the map.

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   London by Motorcycle

   The best and possibly only way to see all the sights in one afternoon.

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   Taxco: The Silver City

   After a visit to the Mexican town of Taxco, I try and find the words to capture its unforgettable charm.

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   Southern California Snow

   Landscape shot of the Ojai valley with snow on the mountains.

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