Africa
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Small Distractions
Providing soldiers with their caffeine fix, listening to Beatles covers and watching a rat run across the dining room floor are all part of Karen van der Zee's vist to Togo.
Harare Nutz and Bolts
Most people make a stop in Harare before they travel through the rest of Zimbabwe. Harare, in northeastern Zimbabwe, has a nice mix of old colonial buildings worth a look.
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Asia
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Walking the Great Wall of China
In China they say you are not a man until you have been to the Great Wall. Duncan Walker makes the journey to manhood.
What to Wear in Northern India
Kat Young discovers that paying close attention to standards of dress in India as it can make a real difference in a traveler's experience,
especially for women.
The Fort
S.A.J. Shirazi visits a historical splendor, the Lahore Fort.
Forever Chennai!
For many, Chennai is always Madras. But for Colin Todhunter, Madras is forever Chennai.
Traffic Dodging at the Beijing Olympics 2008
For the 2008 Olympic visitors who venture on foot outside the main sites, there will be plenty of the high risk, low reward sport of Traffic Dodging.
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Travelogues
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Paradise Merton to Paradise Asia
First Impressions of Bangkok in October
Pauli reflects on her first day in chaotic Bangkok.
World Trek 2004
Wowed in Laos
Josh and Amanda enjoy the scenary from a bus in Laos, and then celebrate Amanda's 25th birthday. Happy Birthday to you.
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Central America
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The Last Chicken Bus
There are three of us in this row: me in half of my seat, his bag of mangoes in half of his, and him straddling the middle between us. Today is not a day I need anyone else's body heat.
The Rebel Quintet
Unassuming and jovial, travelers would never guess the role the Rebel Quintet played in the Cuban Revolution.
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Europe
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On the Rocks...
The Albanian capital of Tirana is a city full of rubble, but Philip Blazdell also found it full of expectation and hope for the future.
Post-War Sarajevo: Inspiration Through Survival
If you're a twenty-something man from Sarajevo lucky enough to still be alive, you would have lived through a transfer of power from a beloved post World War II regime to a brutal Unitarian Serb nationalist madman. You would have seen friends, family members and colleagues fighting for their lives against an unclear enemy and you would have survived to tell about it. But you wouldn't want to.
What I've Learned
Leif Pettersen shares his infinite wisdom and advice on traveling in Europe.
Preikestolen - My Kingdom For Some Bug Spray
Leif Pettersen may enjoy the view from the top of a mountain, assuming he doesn't pass out from vertigo first.
The Belarus Ordeal
Heading to Minsk sounds like a good idea to Lee Abbamonte, but actually getting there is a whole other story.
Oil Based Art: London's Saatchi Gallery
Ruth Gregory visits the Saatchi Gallery of contemporary art and wonders about the motivations of the creation of certain pieces.
The Politics of Dracula - Romania
Was Dracula a fictional character or national hero? David M. Weber seeks the truth.
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Across the Top of the World by Train
16,200km later
Nik reflects on her Trans-Mongolian trip through China.
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Middle East
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A Kibbutz Summer in Israel
Working on a Kibbutz is an authentic way to experience life in Israel and Sarah Huxlow knows how you can do it.
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Sand and Tsunamis
Around Riyadh
Husband and wife military team snaps some pictures from the isolated kingdom of Saudia Arabia.
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North America
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Inflight Adventure of a Little Brown Girl
Shivani knows exactly how to keep herself entertained on a long flight: just tell the woman sitting next to you that you're from the former USSR republic-turned Chinese city, Singapore.
Rockland: Maine's Best Kept Secret for A Wedding Destination
No longer famous for fish smells and packing plants, Rockland has become an ideal wedding destination.
An Inn Built On Romance - Berry Manor Inn
Norm and Lily Goldman check out one of the historic inns of Rockland.
A Prodigal Inn & Gallery
Norm and Lily Goldman visit a beautiful B&B with an art gallery to match.
Rockland Maine Offers Fantastic Workshops!
Something Different as a Romantic Getaway! Looking for something to do on your romantic getaway? Why not try a workshop?
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Kim & Michele's Northern Exposure
Bonjour from Quebec
Kim and Michele visit Quebec and Banff and have plenty to say about it. Check out their remarkable pictures.
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Pacific
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Be Careful What You Wish For
Andrea Slachtova had often dreamed of being stranded on a tropical island, dozing in the sun. Now her dream was coming true and she was cold, damp and very hungry.
Living a Dream in the South Pacific
Kyle Hammons found a home on the other side of the world and experienced the unconditional kindness of strangers in Fiji.
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South America
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To Learn From a Child
Although Kyle Hammon has traveled all over the world and seen some amazing things, nothing pleased him more than the contentment of a child.
Hang Gliding in Rio
Some cities appeal to other people. Rio de Janeiro appeals to everyone. Especially when you're flying high above it.
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