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HI-USA- Becoming A “Peace” of the Solution

“Such passion and energy! These people will change the world!!” This was just one of the many comments the San Diego Council received from participants after hosting the first ever HI-USA Peace Building Conference on March 7-9. “Peace-ing Communities Together” brought over 40 young adults (ages 18-29) from around the country to San Diego to learn, discuss and network around peace-building.

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Boston Kicks off Harambe Cultural Series

On Saturday May 17th, Hostelling International's Eastern New England Council (HI-ENEC) will launch the Harambe Cultural Series with a fun-filled evening of dancing and live music from Latin Afro-funk band, Umoja Orchestra. A menu of Latin and Caribbean food and drink will be on hand, as well as a silent auction benefiting Cultural Kitchen, and after school program, for Boston's inner-city youth, promoting intercultural understanding through cooking. The event will take place at the Harriet Tubman House Atrium in Boston's South End from 8 to 10 pm.

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Britain Really Rocks!

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HI – Midpines: Chasing Moonbows in Yosemite

Have you ever seen a Moonbow? Not many people have. It’s a very rare, pure white lunar rainbow that only occurs on full moon nights in Spring and early Summer in just a handful of places in the entire world. One of those rare places is at Yosemite National Park, an unforgettable must-see for any traveler.

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Let's Go Britain

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Britain is one of the most expensive countries on the planet for travelers, but don’t be discouraged when your friends come back with stories of £5 cups of coffee. In fact, there’s a whole world of things you can do in Britain for under £5. We know, because we’ve made a list of our ten favorites:

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Membership Makes a Difference!

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Travel Trivia

Answers, Winner and New Questions

Last Issue's Question

What is the world's northernmost national capital?

A. Reykjavik in Iceland
B. Ottawa in Canada
C. Oslo in Norway
D. Moscow in Russia

Last Issue's Answer

A. Reykjavik in Iceland

And the Winner is...

Of the correct answers given the winner is Andrea. Congratulations!

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Great buildings of Europe

Q1. In which English church will find the “Whispering Gallery”?
Q2. What hilltop castle in Bavaria was built by a “Mad” king?
Q3. What French palace has a hall of mirrors that would rival even the biggest hair salon?

Send your answers to hitravelbytes@hiusa.org. The winner will receive a selection of great Let's Go Travel Guides. A random drawing from all correct entries will be held to determine the winner.   

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