Twenty other cities have previously hosted the Winter Olympics, but Vancouver is the most unique. The city is already setting records and breaking new ground, so it comes as no surprise that the medals themselves will follow suit. A unique city deserves a unique medal… and this year’s Olympic medals are truly something special.
The Long-Awaited Big Announcement!
Late last year we told you that we had a BIG announcement to make. You've risked death by holding your breath. You've anxiously tossed and turned countless nights. You've convinced yourself that it really couldn't be that big. Well, your loyalty is about to be rewarded. Ready for the big news? Here it is...
Berlin’s Buddy Bears
Monday, January 18, 2010
The bear has become the internationally recognized symbol of Berlin thanks to the Buddy Bear, a two-meter tall fiberglass bear that you can find almost anywhere in the city.
Handball: The Coolest Sport You’ve Never Heard Of
Thursday, January 14, 2010
Americans love sports that are fast-paced, high-scoring and packed with injuries. So why haven't we heard of handball?
Traveling Abroad When There’s An Attempted Terror Attack
Tuesday, January 5, 2010
A week after an attempted terrorist attack, we had to board a flight from London back to the US. But did the new security measures make us feel safer?
4 Things That Make The 2010 Winter Olympic Medals Unusual
Mon, Feb 8, 2010
Records, Firsts, And Other Facts About The Winter Olympics in Vancouver
Fri, Feb 5, 2010
Discover some interesting facts about the 2010 Winter Olympics in Vancouver, and find out why these Olympics are not actually called an Olympiad.
Does The Host Nation Always Win The Most Olympic Medals?
Wed, Feb 3, 2010
How many times have you yelled at your TV during the Olympics because you thought the host nation was getting favorable treatment? We’ve always wondered if the host nation wins the most medals just because they’re at home. So we did a little research to find out how often that happens. The results may surprise you…
When Canada Last Hosted The Olympics
Mon, Feb 1, 2010
Back when Canada last hosted the Winter Olympics in 1988, things were different. Canada wasn’t an Olympic powerhouse. Countries that existed then are only Jeopardy questions today. And a heartwarming story made for Disney was born.
- The 10 Worst Olympic Mascots Fri, Jan 29, 2010
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- Meet The 2010 Winter Olympic Mascots Wed, Jan 27, 2010
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- Tracing The Berlin Wall Fri, Jan 22, 2010
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- Funny Photos and Videos From Berlin Thu, Jan 21, 2010
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- Buenos Aires - Day 3
- Buenos Aires - Day 1
- Buenos Aires - Day 7
- Menza Restaurant Review
- Chartier Restaurant Review
- The Czech National Museum
- U Fleků: Prague's Most Popular Beer Hall
- Our Amsterdam Coffee Shop Experience
- Our Favorite Parillas In Buenos Aires
- What To Eat In Argentina
- The Long-Awaited Big Announcement!
- Berlin’s Buddy Bears
- Handball: The Coolest Sport You’ve Never Heard Of
- Traveling Abroad When There’s An Attempted Terror Attack
- News From The Jetpacker
- Welcome to The Jetpacker!
- 10 More Ways To Save Money For Travel
- Are The French Rude?
- Watch Out For Space Invaders!
- 8 Reasons Why You Shouldn’t Use Google City Tours Yet
Monday, January 25, 2010
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