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Iran: A Rare Visit To Ancient Persepolis
by Neil Middelton What was once the 'most hated city in the world' is now an empty and silent ruin. As well as being … [Read More...]
Florence, Italy Day Trips
FOREVER FIRENZE By Leslie Jones Standing in the middle of Piazza della Signoria, I am completely mesmerized by my … [Read More...]
The Timeless Beauty of Mackinac Island
Mackinac Island has always been one of those places I had heard about but never fully understood until I stepped foot on … [Read More...]
Turkey: Tracing the Route of Faith
Istanbul, Turkey by Norman A. Rubin As visitors to Turkey course their way through the Grand Seraglio, the immense … [Read More...]
Chikmagalur, India: A Journey Through Clouds And Coffee
by Rashmi Rao Chikmagalur or Chikkamagalur a town nestled in the beautiful Malnad region is a little short of 300 km … [Read More...]
Historical Agra, India
Treasures of a Bygone Empire by Susmita Sengupta The city of Agra in North India is synonymous with the Taj Mahal, … [Read More...]
Historic Highlights of Annapolis: A Colonial Town Worth Visiting
Annapolis, Maryland, may be best known today as the home of the U.S. Naval Academy, but its roots run much deeper, and … [Read More...]
How to Plan Your Machu Picchu Trip Without Overpaying for Mediocrity
Machu Picchu became an insanely popular destination over the course of years, and I for one am not surprised. But … [Read More...]
Tiwanaku: Ancient City Takes Your Breath Away
Tiahuanaco, Bolivia by Troy Herrick Isolated on the desolate Bolivian Altiplano, the ancient city of Tiwanaku … [Read More...]
Bergen’s Beffen: The Little Ferry That Has Been Crossing History Since 1894
Bergen has no shortage of famous attractions. There are the colorful wooden buildings of Bryggen, the bustling Fish … [Read More...]
Vietnam: Mission Accomplished in Hanoi
by John Thomson I landed in Hanoi with a mixture of curiosity and trepidation. I’m a history buff; I knew the … [Read More...]
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