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AMC River East 21 Review

The AMC Review East 21 is the largest of the four AMC theaters in downtown Chicago. Located in Streeterville, the theater is a short walk from many of Chicago’s highlights while also offering a wide range of films. In this post, we review the AMC River East 21, including everything from the different screen types to buying tickets to concession options.

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Chinese New Year in Beijing: Tips From Americans Who Did It Poorly

Beijing, China | I wish I was here writing an actual guide for celebrating Chinese New Year in Beijing, but I’m not. When we rang in the Year of the Dog in Beijing, we made a lot of mistakes, but they were mistakes that we think you could make, too. Today we’re here to share …

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Taking the Bus to Badaling: A DIY Day Trip from Beijing to the Great Wall of China

The Great Wall of China is essential on any trip to Beijing and probably any trip to China. Visiting the Great Wall can be complicated. There are so many sections of the wall, tour providers and ancillary attractions to consider that it can make your head spin. The options and the cost can add up …

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Monkey Hill Walk at Sunset | Phuket, Thailand

I didn’t think I ever really cared about monkeys that much until I came to Thailand. I’ve had more hands-on experiences with monkeys during a month in Thailand than I ever thought I’d have in my entire life. These charismatic and energetic little cuties have completely stolen my heart and cracked my top three favorite …

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Angkor Wat Tips: 10 Things Everyone Tells You (And 10 Things You Actually Need to Know)

Angkor Wat calls to backpackers like Paris calls to lovers. I understand that it’s not only backpackers who go to Angkor Wat (in fact, they’re probably the minority, especially given the price tag lately), but it feels like a rite of passage. You have not completed the “Banana Pancake” Southeast Asia circuit if you haven’t …

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