It’s almost impossible nowadays to go on an actual vacation without toting along at least some form of modern technology, like a laptop or Blackberry. However, I was determined to spend my vacation in Kerala, India over the past winter break technology-free and I am proud to say that I succeeded. Instead of relying on [...]
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Philadelphia’s Unseen Food Scene
By Julia PerchWednesday, December 16th, 2009
Hungry? Tired of the unexciting options that constitute on-campus cuisine in Philadelphia? If you’re looking for something less greasy (not to mention gas-inducing) than Taco Bell, check out some of these restaurants around the city. You might need to shell out a few extra bucks, but it’s worth it to escape that potent lunch truck [...]
Philadelphia’s Unseen Shopping Scene
By Julia PerchWednesday, December 2nd, 2009
If you’re looking to shop on the cheap, you’re in luck, for Philly is bursting with thrift shops, flea markets, and lots of inexpensive finds.
Clark Park, a city-owned park on 43rd and Baltimore Ave., holds monthly flea markets during the sunny months of year, from April to October every Saturday until Thanksgiving, Clark Park holds [...]
Philadelphia’s Unseen Art Scene
By Julia PerchMonday, November 9th, 2009
If you live in Philadelphia, you’re probably familiar with some of the popular areas within the city limits. South Street, the Philadelphia Museum of Art, Independence Hall, the Franklin Institute, the Philadelphia Zoo, and the shops along Chestnut and Walnut Streets are all definitely worth a few visits, but there’s much more excitement to be [...]
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