At 20 years of age, Gabrielle Larose journeyed to various countries. Gabrielle Larose, a native of Harrow, London, took a 12-month trip where she visited 10 different countries. Now residing in Castlebar, County Mayo in Ireland, she continues to travel. We caught up with Gabrielle recently to discover more about her solo adventure around the … Continue reading Traveling Solo: Q&A With Gabrielle Larose
Travel on a Budget
Article by David Bogner | Additional Reporting by Chelsea Bradley & Stephanie Perkins | Photography by Josh Eller | Owl Staff If your bucket list resembles mine, “traveling” is near the top. Transportation, lodging, and things to do are typically what you may consider or stress about when traveling. However, with proper research, these can … Continue reading Travel on a Budget
An Alaskan Adventure
Article & Photography by Brianna Breece | Owl Staff When thinking of a romantic vacation, maybe an island getaway comes to mind. But for my fiancé Joe and I, we had another idea. Joe and I had the opportunity of a lifetime in 2014. While on a Princess Cruise line through Alaska, we booked an … Continue reading An Alaskan Adventure
Around the Globe with HCC
Article by Sheila Mallay | Owl Staff Imagine roaming through ancient Mayan cities or exploring dense rainforests instead of sitting at a desk. Imagine diving through prestigious barrier reefs and feasting on delicious local cuisine. An adventure like this waits in Belize and can be achieved through the International Travel Program. Susan Sullivan is a … Continue reading Around the Globe with HCC
Destination Dublin Street
Article & Photography by Stephanie Perkins | Owl Staff My sights were set on the radiant locale of Playa del Carmen, Mexico while planning my last vacation. With my boyfriend by my side in such an exotic setting, I was bound to have a great time. Unfortunately, we ended our two-year relationship within weeks of … Continue reading Destination Dublin Street
Time For Tea
Article by Erin McEvoy | Photography by Eric Walther | Owl Staff Hidden in the heart of Bel Air, guests explore cultural traditions from the other side of the globe at Tea by Two. The pristine white walls of the tearoom are decorated with a variety of teacups. The tearoom also offers a boutique-like gift … Continue reading Time For Tea
Snack Attack!: Battling Hidden Ingredients
Article by Sydney Gaeth | Photography by Neil Harman | Owl Staff Somewhere in the mess of advertisements that claim to “blast those last few pounds” or help you “lose 10 pounds in 60 seconds” there is the truth. For the longest time, I was one of those people who took marketing as the whole … Continue reading Snack Attack!: Battling Hidden Ingredients
Food to Boost Your Mood
Article & Photography by Faras Aamir | Owl Staff “You are what you eat.” Sound familiar? We’ve been hearing this for ages but research suggests that the phrase can be taken literally when comparing it to your state of mind. Mood and energy are interconnected. The foods you choose have a heavy impact on your … Continue reading Food to Boost Your Mood
Budget Gourmet
Article by Nick DeMent | Photography by Neil Harman | Owl Staff Savory sizzling chicken, sweet, sautéed sprouts, and rich renewing rice are slowly filling your senses with a hunger-arousing aroma. Your empty stomach turns with delight as the scent sails up your nose. You hear a voice coming from the bowels of your inner … Continue reading Budget Gourmet
Muffin Meals
Article by Stephanie Perkins | Photography by John Morin | Owl Staff How much spare time do you have to cook? If you’re as busy as I am, the answer is probably between “enough time to microwave something” and “I might have to starve.” Thankfully, it only takes a few hours of one day and … Continue reading Muffin Meals