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Mission trip in Mexico
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What I Learned in the Slums of Mexico

September 30, 2010October 15, 2013JohnnyComments Off on What I Learned in the Slums of Mexico

Read about the life-changing lessons Emily learned while on a volunteering trip in the poor border area of Mexico.

Byodo-in in Japan
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Guest Post: The Byodo-in, Buddha’s Pure Land Paradise

September 27, 2010October 15, 2013JohnnyComments Off on Guest Post: The Byodo-in, Buddha’s Pure Land Paradise

Learn about the Byodo-in, a stunning and historic temple located along the Uji River in the outskirts of Kyoto, Japan.

Kaikoura, New Zealand
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Guest Post: Paradise in Kaikoura, New Zealand

September 12, 2010October 15, 2013JohnnyComments Off on Guest Post: Paradise in Kaikoura, New Zealand

Read a post about a guest author’s luxurious stay in the gorgeous small town of Kaikoura, New Zealand.

MiniMetro in Perugia
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Photo Essay: Perugia, Italy–City of Arches

September 8, 2010October 15, 2013JohnnyComments Off on Photo Essay: Perugia, Italy–City of Arches

View my photo of Perugia, a gorgeous and medieval hill-top town in Italy with countless arches of all shapes and sizes.

Stratosphere in Las Vegas
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Guest Post: 5 Hip Las Vegas Attractions Not to Miss

August 29, 2010October 15, 2013JohnnyComments Off on Guest Post: 5 Hip Las Vegas Attractions Not to Miss

Learn about five fun and hip Las Vegas attractions you should be sure visit on your next trip there.

Vatican priests
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Photo Essay: A Day in Vatican City

August 10, 2010October 15, 2013JohnnyComments Off on Photo Essay: A Day in Vatican City

View a collection of my favorite photos I took while visiting Vatican City last summer.

call to smiles 1
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Guest Post: A Call to Smiles

July 27, 2010October 15, 2013JohnnyComments Off on Guest Post: A Call to Smiles

Read a moving guest post about how the famous Thai smile withstands the test of adversity and time.

Istanbul spice market 2
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Photo Essay: Spice Market in Istanbul, Turkey

July 11, 2010October 15, 2013JohnnyComments Off on Photo Essay: Spice Market in Istanbul, Turkey

View a series of vivid photos Emily took while exploring the famous spice market of Istanbul, Turkey.

Brighton, England
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Guest Post: Taking a Trip to the British Seaside in Brighton

June 6, 2010October 15, 2013JohnnyComments Off on Guest Post: Taking a Trip to the British Seaside in Brighton

Learn about visiting Brighton, an eclectic seaside town on the English coast that has turned into a haven for party animals and music lovers. It’s the perfect place for those visiting London who want a change of scenery.

Emily in Istanbul in front of the Blue Mosque
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Check Out My Istanbul Post at TravelIntelligence.com

April 29, 2010October 15, 2013JohnnyComments Off on Check Out My Istanbul Post at TravelIntelligence.com

Learn about my guest post over at TravelIntelligence.com about some of the Istanbul attractions you absolutely can’t miss (and two you should pass on).

The Eiffel Tower by Emily Gerson
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Guest Post: Two Days in Paris

March 27, 2010October 15, 2013JohnnyComments Off on Guest Post: Two Days in Paris

While it’s ideal to spend a full week there, some of us only have the chance to spend a few days in Paris. Read a guest post about how to make the most of your time in Paris in just two days.

Shoppers at the Istanbul spice market
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A Downside of Istanbul: Those Pesky Hustlers

March 21, 2010October 15, 2013JohnnyComments Off on A Downside of Istanbul: Those Pesky Hustlers

Istanbul is an exciting and incredibly historic city, but it also is a place where hustling is a way of life. Learn about one aspect of how the culture there is very different from most Western countries.

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