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If you're watching ESPN at all these days, you can't help noticing their heavy hype for the upcoming World Cup soccer championship in South Africa. Of course they're wheeling out the heavy hype because, yeah, guess what, they want you to care and they want you to watch. In this post, I'm going to make a case for caring and watching, for reasons that have nothing to do with ESPN's viewership goals.

First, let's dispense once and for all with the notion that the game we're talking about is called soccer. Well, we call it that, but we're a tiny fraction of the soccer-viewing public. The rest of the world calls it football -- sometimes futbol -- and when they want to distinguish it from our game of football, they call that game "American football" or "gridiron." Therefore, we live in a world where billions and billions of fans around the world call their game football, while we ten or so enthusiasts here in America call it soccer. Being Americans, and longtime fans of majority rule, we really need to let the majority have this one. Never let the word "soccer" pass your lips again; among your cosmopolitan and foreign friends, if nothing else, you'll score a point or two.

Now that we've established that football is football, let's address the question of why we should care. Surprisingly, it has nothing to do with winning or losing. Yeah, sure, the U.S. Women's team won the Women's World Cup in 1999, and that made us a (women's at least) football power. But that's not the point. The point is, billions of football fans around the world care passionately -- insanely -- about the World Cup, and that includes people from places like Switzerland, which has scant chance of winning, and Russia, whose national team didn't even qualify. You see, in case you don't know (and hundreds of millions of Americans simply do not know), the World Cup is the biggest, most compelling event in world sport. And if you don't follow the competition, you're letting the rest of the world go to the party without you.

So how do we wrap our brains around the World Cup? First of all, forget about the relative rankings of the teams. Sure, Brazil is a perennial powerhouse, just like England is a perennial underachiever. Even ignore strategy. Yes, the Germans will bring their usual highly disciplined approach to the game, and yes the Italians will promote passion as the strength of their play. Don't even pay much attention to underdogs. Can the Ivory Coast emerge from group play with a chance to play spoiler in later rounds? Can host South Africa make a decent showing? None of that matters, and I'll tell you why: Because that's all about outcome, and the World Cup is not about outcome, it's about story.

I discovered this firsthand in 1998, when I found myself on a flight from Jamaica to Europe on the same plane as the World Cup-bound Jamaican National Football Team, the legendary Reggae Boyz. And I could just tell that, win or lose -- like I could just tell that they didn't really expect to win -- they were determined to have the time of their lives, the adventure of a lifetime and, above all, a story to tell when they came home. Well, this they achieved. They emerged as the darling of the '98 World Cup, didn't win, but made everyone fall in love. Down there on a personal level -- my personal level -- that eight-hour plane flight made it clear to me that something special was going on in their world, a special thing that I'd never even known existed. During my next six weeks in Europe, I made it a point to pay attention to the World Cup. I didn't understand the rules, barely understood the game, but none of that mattered. By the time it was over, I had become infected with everybody's -- and I mean everybody's -- energy. Football wasn't my sport - isn't and never will be my sport - but billions of people care enough about it to put their lives on absolute hold for four weeks every four years. As a responsible citizen of the world, I feel like that's something I should pay attention to.

So that's my charge to you, gentle reader. If you've never watched a football game, watch a World Cup match or two. If nothing else, you'll see the best practitioners of the sport bringing their best game, and it never hurts to watch excellence in action. More to the point, you'll get a taste of something that the rest of the world cares passionately about. In these troubled and isolated times in America, it couldn't hurt at all for us to understand the passions of our foreign friends, competitors, even enemies. Watch the World Cup. Ignore who wins or loses. Just watch the story unfold. To do so teaches us all something vital about the world we live in and the people we share our planet with. Trust me, an America population turned on to the World Cup won't bring about international harmony and joy, but it just might be a start. And a pretty damn riveting one at that.

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The vastly under-explored continent of South America was once home to some of the world's oldest civilizations. Steeped in history, South American cities have charm, beauty, and elegance unparalleled, and are simply begging to be explored. For the more adventurous who like to wander off the beaten path, countless exciting adventures and excursions await. It's not hard to be mesmerized by all that South America has to offer - majestic waterfalls, dense Amazonian jungles, unparalleled cuisine, wildlife both fascinating and mysterious -- and with more flights to the region than ever before, it's becoming easier to plan an unforgettable experience to this continent.

If all that hasn't convinced you yet, here are even more reasons to visit South America:

1) Climate

The climate in South America can vary quite greatly from region to region, but tropical temperatures can be found all over the continent - with the exception of Patagonia, the southernmost area of land shared between Argentina and Chile, where you can expect to find glaciers. So whether you're looking for sun and tropical birds, or glacier hiking - South America has it all and everything in between!

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If you're looking for an adventure that's fit for all members of the family, South America offers plenty of options. Hotels and restaurants are more than accommodating, and will often cater exclusively to your family's needs to ensure the utmost comfort. Outside of the hotel, there are activities for all ages and activity levels: hiking, rafting, zip-lining, learning to surf, cook or speak Spanish, cruises and walking tours - just to name a few.
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3) Culture

South America is rich in diverse and deep-rooted cultures stemming from hundreds of years of history and tradition. Colonial and native history have intermingled and produced some of the most vibrant cultural landscapes in the world. From the Argentine Gaucho to the Andean Shaman, you're sure to experience full cultural immersion anywhere you visit in South America.
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4) Affordable

You can visit several unique countries and stay in some of the most luxurious accommodations for a fraction of the price of a vacation to other parts of the world. An 8 night visit to Peru that covers some of the most famous historical sites in the world - Machu Picchu - can cost as little as $2380 per person. This price includes accommodations, transfers, guided tours, and excursions.

5) Cuisine

There's nothing quite like South American cuisine. With influences from indigenous populations, nations in Africa, Spain, Germany, and Italy, you will find yourself feasting on rich, flavorful dishes, and luscious tropical fruit. You'll be accompanying your meals with wines from some of the top vineyards in the world and other beverages unique to the region, and finishing with mouthwatering desserts and pastries.

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South America boasts over 100 UNESCO World Heritage Sites in South America like the Iguacu National Park in Brazil, the Galapagos Islands, Los Glaciares National Park in Argentina, and Machu Picchu in Peru -but there is still so much yet to be discovered. With millions of miles of Amazonian rainforest, hundreds of islands - many of these places have yet to be troubled by human influence, which is part of what makes South America such a mysterious, yet fascinating continent.

7) Easy access from North to South America

Airlines have been noticing the up swinging trend of people choosing to visit South America, so non-stop flights to South American cities are becoming more commonplace. Flights to Lima, Sao Paulo, Buenos Aires and many more leave daily from major cities in the US like New York, Atlanta, Houston and LA - so you can spend less time in the airport and more time in the Amazon.

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If the wonders of modern architecture is your passion, Brazil's Niteroi Contemporary Art Museum designed by world renowned architect Oscar Niemeyer, is one of South America's jewels. But that's not all modernism has touched in the continent. Bicycle infrastructure has developed rapidly in many cities including Colombia, which shuts down streets in Bogota on Sundays to motorized traffic and Buenos Aires that has designed over 87 miles of protected bike lanes.

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South America is no stranger to tourism, so it's definitely done well. All-inclusive hotel and lodge experiences are some of South America's specialties. Vira Vira in Pucon, Chile, for example, promises an unforgettable stay with unique lodging, meals, and excursions all planned for you - so you don't have to do anything but enjoy!

10) Safety

You just don't often hear of South America in the headlines when it comes to terrorism-related safety concerns. Uruguay is considered one of the safest countries in South America, and Argentina, Chile and Ecuador follow close behind. It's important when travelling anywhere, however, to practice vigilance and to not be apparent with valuables like jewelry and tech gadgets.

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Earning your high school diploma is important - more important than you may realize. Your parents have probably always told you to how important it is to get a good education. Sorry to burst your bubble, but they're right. Today, you can't do much without having a high school diploma.

Here are 6 reasons why getting your high school diploma is important:

1. Career Opportunities

If you want to make more than minimum wage you're going to need a high school diploma. Without it, you're going to be stuck in a dead-end job with no chance of a promotion or a raise. With a high school diploma, or even better - a college degree, you're more likely to land a job that provides a higher salary in addition to health insurance and retirement benefits. A high school diploma can help you land a job that you can call a career well into adulthood. It will allow you to apply for jobs that you would otherwise not be able to do without a diploma.

2. Furthering Your Education

In today's job market, a college degree is becoming more important. But in order to further your education at any type of college - whether it's community college, a four-year university or an online university - you'll be required to have a high school diploma. By obtaining your high school diploma and then furthering your education in college, you will make yourself available to apply for jobs carrying higher salaries and better benefits.

3. Higher Salary

According to research, graduating from high school will determine how well you live for the next 50 years of your life. High school graduates earn $143 more per week than high school dropouts. College graduates earn $336 more per week than high school graduates ($479 more per week than high school dropouts). Enough said.

4. Staying Employed

Statistics show that individuals who complete high school in four years are less likely to be unemployed. According to a 2006 study, people who never completed high school had a 16.3% unemployment rate eight years later. During those same 8 years, the unemployment rate among those who earned their diplomas within four years was dramatically lower at only 4.7%. Taking longer than four years to earn your diploma can have even more of a negative effect. Individuals who spent more than six years pursuing their high school diploma experienced a massive 18.1% unemployment rate.

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Beaches. Mojitos. Crockett and Tubbs racing along the ocean in a slick cigarette boat.

Sure, that's all part of Miami's wild and sultry image. But most people who move here are surprised to find that Will Smith left out quite a bit in his ode to the 305.

"Everybody party all day, no work, all play, ok?" Eh, not quite Will.

But the guide below will help fill in some of those blanks and pull back the curtain on what really makes the Magic City sparkle.

1. The City of Miami isn't as big as you might think.

It's about 55 square miles, actually. What most people consider Miami is actually Miami-Dade County, which is made up 35 different municipalities including Miami Beach, Key Biscayne, Coral Gables, South Miami and Hialeah.

2. Finding an address is pretty simple. Just remember to PARC.

The county is organized in a near perfect grid, with streets running east to west and avenues running from north to south. Wondering what alternative names constitute an avenue? Use PARC--all addresses ending in place, avenue, road or court run north to south. Anything else flows like a street.

3. PARC does not apply in Coral Gables. Or Hialeah.

They're "off the grid," so to speak. In the Gables, you'll have to become familiar with street names. (Pro-tip: look down. The street signs are small white slabs that sit on corners). Hialeah runs on its own number system. Google Maps and Waze are your friends here.

4. You're going to need a car.

It's the preferred mode of transportation here. While public transportation and taxis are available in certain parts of the county, it's inefficient and scarce--which is incredibly frustrating for anyone who needs to be at work on time.

5. The drivers here will take some getting used to.

We like to lay on our horns, "forget" our turn signals, roll through stop signs and gesture wildly to the car next to us. Remember, young padawan: "woosaaaaah."

6. Our winters are the envy of the entire country.

More than a few tourists visiting our city in the winter have been pulled in by its low humidity, 70-degree temps, and not-a-cloud-in-the-sky sunny days. And yes, from November to April, it's downright glorious to call Miami your home. But (you knew there was going to be a "but," right?)...

7. Hurricane season is very real.

And that runs from June to November. The city watches the tropics with a sharp eye and locals start stocking up on their hurricane supplies--canned foods, bottled water, batteries, rum, flashlights, etc. The natives get a jump on this early because they know that those who wait for an actual hurricane warning usually end up with the rogue cans of pickled pig snout left over in the grocery store.

8. Hurricane season also coincides with our rainy season.

Remember those crystal clear winter days? During the summer, expect a torrential, rainforest-style downpour every single afternoon around 3 p.m.

9. The rainstorms here are a lot like Cuban coffee.

A little goes a long way. After a powerful 20-minute deluge, the sun is almost guaranteed to pop right out again. Oh, you do know what Cuban coffee is, right?

10. Because 3:05 p.m. is the city's official coffee break.

It's true. The City of Miami issued a proclamation back in 2012 making 3:05 p.m. its official "cafecito" time. And it revolves around the tiny thimble of caffeinated rocket fuel known as Cuban coffee. It's hot. It's sweet. It's delicious. And it's more powerful than an entire pot of American coffee. Proceed with caution.

11. Flip-flops and sandals are the unofficial shoe here.

We embrace the open-toe look just about everywhere--running errands, shopping, grabbing some drinks at the bar, dinners out. Well, everywhere except for the gym. Safety first, and all.

12. Our fashion is as colorful and outspoken as our locals.

We're not afraid of showing a little skin and embracing some racy hues. Have you ever tried wearing a black wool suit on a 90-degree day that's clocking in at 85% humidity? Exactly.

13. Yes, you really can dance here for 24 hours straight.

Miami has a 24-hour liquor license (yes, you read that right). And it's put to good use in the nightlife scene, where clubs are open until 5 a.m. and in one case, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

14. The city comes to a complete standstill once a year.

And it's called Art Basel (pronounced: bah-zuhl). Galleries, artists, celebrities and models from around the world converge upon Miami and Miami Beach for a week of shows, events, dinners and of course, parties. A typical 15 minute drive along the MacArthur Causeway has been known to take over two hours during Basel. Consider yourself warned.

15. We're poised to become the next great foodie town.

A decade ago, there wasn't much to talk about when it came to the city's drinking and dining options. But that's changing--quickly. So while you can find a place to party and dance 24 hours a day, most locals are opting to dip into some high-end cuisine from world-renowned chefs ( David Boulud, José Andrés, Jean-Georges Vongerichten) and culinary powerhouses that have competed on Top Chef, Chopped and Best New Restaurant.

16. Saying 'hi' to someone you don't know will get you some odd looks.

We can appear to be a bit standoffish or clique-ish, often reserving our warm embraces and boisterous greetings for friends and families. But once someone has introduced you to his or her inner circle, prepare yourself for some lifelong friendships.

17. We're a microcosm of the Caribbean and Latin America.

Throughout the course of your day, it's not uncommon to run into a Cuban, Colombian, Venezuelan, Brazilian, Haitian, Nicaraguan, Dominican, Puerto Rican and a Chilean. And you'll find their cuisines and customs imprinted upon the city. It's a beautiful thing, really.

18. A kiss on the cheek is our casual greeting of choice.

Don't be surprised when someone immediately offers you their cheek upon introduction. Sometimes, they'll even go in for a smooch on both sides.

19. ¿Hablas español?

Spanish isn't necessary, but it sure does help.Knowing the basics will help you get around and endear you to most of the locals.

20. Prepare to vanquish the word "bored" from your vocabulary.

We've got professional football, baseball and basketball teams, world-class museums, miles of coastline for windsurfing and jet skiing, warm waters for deep sea fishing and scuba-diving, acres of marshy Everglades land to explore via air boat and...what? You didn't think you'd be tanning on a lounge chair all day, did you?

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Beaches. Mojitos. Crockett and Tubbs racing along the ocean in a slick cigarette boat. Sure, that's all part of Miami's wild and sultry image. But most people who move here are surprised to find that Will Smith left out quite a bit in his ode to the 305.