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Korea: Traveling Through The Demilitarized Zone
by Devan Hawkins This summer a land mine injured two South Korean soldiers. South Korea responded by reinstating … [Read More...]
Experiencing the Harmony of History and Modern Life in Malta
Few countries around the globe seem to straddle the line between contemporary and historical charm quite like Malta. … [Read More...]
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by Jane Parlane Sicily is synonymous with sun, history, lemons and the mafia. But don’t let the mafia scare … [Read More...]
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Have you ever dreamt of a Hawaiian getaway? Honolulu is calling! This island paradise has something for everyone. If you … [Read More...]
Horseback in Tibet
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Germany: Dresden Churches, Survivors of WWII
by Roy A. Barnes Rising from the Heap of World War II destruction in Dresden, Germany, are three magnificent … [Read More...]
India: An Ode to Kolkata
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Arizona: A Journey Into Navajoland
by Victor A. Walsh In the winter silence, colossal shafts and spires and mesas of rock rise out of the early morning … [Read More...]
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Discover Budget-Friendly Ways to Explore the Holy Land of Saudi Arabia
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