IN AT THE DEEP END -- Complete immersion in the French language with Linguistic holidays for women in Périgord, France! You think about a few days relaxation! You would like to improve your French language! I offer my guests the opportunity to discover the French way of life, not as a tourist but as a “local” and to relax in the hospitable atmosphere of my rural house. Website: www.lou-pie.fr Email: lou-pie@orange.fr (February 3, 2011)

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CULTURE THROUGH CUISINE IN ISRAEL, MOROCCO AND INDIA -- Hands on cooking classes, cultural and historical tours to ancient and wondrous cities, visits to food producers, wineries, and local artisans. Join us and let us show you our favourite magical places – small groups, comfortable accommodations and great food and company. www.mediterranean-kitchens.com, email – info@mediterranean-kitchens.com (Expiry January 25, 2011)

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MOMENTA PHOTOGRAPHY ADVENTURES: Join Momenta Workshops as we explore and photograph some of the most beautiful and exciting locations around the globe. From portraiture in Burma to working with nonprofits in Uganda to festivals in India, our workshops teach you to do more with your pictures to help change the world. Email us at: info@momentaworkshops.com. Come witness the world: http://www.momentaworkshops.com. (August 20, 2010)

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LIVE LIFE WITH PASSION - Culinary experiences and secular retreats await you in stunning ALGARVE, PORTUGAL. Choose from deeply reflective personal growth retreats or discovery based in food, wine, farmer’s markets, sightseeing in mountain villages, stunning beaches, castles and seaside towns. 4* oceanfront accommodation. Concierge services included. Orientation seminars. Small groups. Friendly, knowledgeable facilitator. Spring/Autumn 2010 dates filling fast. www.algarveexperiences.com or 1.800.913.2203 (January 10, 2011)

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PAINTING HOLIDAY ON MAGICAL LAKE COMO (ITALY) -- For anyone who has the desire to paint. All materials provided. Just bring your creative urge. Learn the authentic French Impressionist method. A grand villa studio directly on the shores of one of the most beautiful lakes in the world. Candlelight dinner on the terrace with breathtaking views. Gourmet Italian vegetarian food. Website: www.fresia.com; painting@fresia.com (February 1, 2010)

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WRITERS’ RETREATS IN IRELAND OR CANADA -- Come away for a week of individual writing, group workshops, solo consultations. Be inspired by Ireland's historic Dublin, charming Galway, or rural Roscommon; by Canada's tranquil Waterton Park or vibrant Calgary. Pubs and turf fires. Mountains and rivers. Churchyards and galleries. Time to think and write. Queries for custom-designed retreats and workshops welcome. Website: www.writinglife.ca/retreats.html. Email contact: Murphy@writinglife.ca (September 7, 2009)

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PAINTING, PHOTOGRAPHY AND WRITING GETAWAYS -- Offering Havana and Trinidad de Cuba, Provence or Giverny, France for our 2009-2010 Getaways. From those aspiring, to those in need of inspiration. Explore your creativity or just unwind while you immerse yourself in new cultures and dreamscapes. Dreamscape Getaways specializes in exclusive trips for women. Take time to reflect! 1-866-987-0070 www.dreamscapegetaways.com (March 2, 2010)

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STUDY HOLISTIC HEALTH -- Learn to cultivate holistic health from the location of your choice. Plan your next adventure with Australasian College of Health Sciences (ACHS), the only DETC-accredited, fully online college specializing in Complementary Alternative Medicine. Live well. Earn credit. Pick your own path: expert-led summer sessions in Greece, diploma and certificate programs, or CEUs in aromatherapy, herbal medicine, and more! Visit http://www.achs.edu Study Abroad; email: achs@achs.edu; or call (503) 244-0726 (January 20, 2010).

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SEMESTER AT SEA -- The mission of Semester at Sea is to educate individuals for leadership, service, and success in shaping our interdependent world. Since 1963 we have led around-the-world semesters for lifelong learners on a ship outfitted as a floating college campus. If you are interested in sailing with us, please see our website at www.semesteratsea.org or call 1-800-854-0195 (June 1, 2009).