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Enigmatic Stones of Stonehenge and Avebury
Wiltshire, England by Keith Kellett Stonehenge Since I live nearby, and have a pass which allows me free entry, I can … [Read More...]
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When you think of Mykonos, you probably think of pristine beaches, vibrant nightlife, and luxury resorts. However, … [Read More...]
Tracing Gold Rush Footsteps in Sacramento, California
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Crossing European Borders: Taking a Road Trip Across Europe
Introduction Imagine this: meandering open roads, idyllic charm of the European outskirts, and something wild inside … [Read More...]
There’s a Certain Humanity in The Hague
The Netherlands by Angela Lapham If you enjoyed the liberalism, museums and art galleries of Amsterdam, why not … [Read More...]
A Confederate Memorial Without Controversy
Pond Spring, The General Wheeler Home, Hillsboro Alabama by Connie Pearson General Joseph Wheeler fought in … [Read More...]
Feliz Navidad From Isla Cozumel
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Okinawa: 5 World Heritage Castles and the Legend of Gosamaru
Japan by Keith T. Graff Okinawa is the smallest and southernmost of Japan’s 47 prefectures. It’s part of an island … [Read More...]
Memories of the Orient Express
Istanbul, Turkey by Inke Piegsa-quischotte Ever since I read Agatha Christie’s intriguing crime novel ‘Murder on the … [Read More...]
My First Vacation Alone – In Paris!
by Elizabeth von Pier All my life I have traveled with someone. First it was my husband, then after he died, various … [Read More...]
The Greek Icon Painter
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