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Discovering Samatata, Bangladesh
by Reema Islam I said "Itakhola Mura." With a puzzled look he said "There is no such place here." I went into panic … [Read More...]
Pueblo Ingles: Speaking English Fluently Leads to Immersion in Spanish Culture
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Ecuador: The Vibrant City of Otavalo
A Must-See Destination by Rick Neal A gust of cool wind blowing through the open bus window jolts me awake to an … [Read More...]
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Easter Island’s Collapse – Part Two
Easter Island’s Collapse Part One outlined the arrival and spread of the islanders’ communities, and the rise of the … [Read More...]
The Colonial Charm and Modern Vibe of Cartagena, Colombia
Cartagena, Colombia, is a city that truly stole my heart with its mesmerizing blend of history and modernity. … [Read More...]
Living Mandela’s Street
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Nanjing’s Pilu Temple
by Daniel Otero Hanfu Lu (Street), like most of Nanjing (Jiangsu Province) holds mysteries and hidden treasures … [Read More...]
Sapa, Vietnam: The Heavenly Gates
by Sandra Harper Jumping off the Victoria Express train in 5:00am fog at Loa Cai, a Vietnamese border town next to … [Read More...]
Watching for Ghosts in the Haunted Lemp Mansion
St. Louis, Missouri by Roy A. Barnes “Oh no, do I have to sleep all the way up there tonight?” This is what I … [Read More...]
Discover the Majesty of the Inca Trail: An Epic Journey Through Peru’s Sacred Mountains
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