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Inside The West Bank: The Troubled City Of Hebron

Updated:August 22, 2019

Stepping off the gloomy bus into bright midday sun, my eyes slowly adjust to an unfamiliar place. Dark armoured glass shields you from everything, not just bullets.

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What Are The Most Important Religious Sites In Jerusalem?

Updated:August 22, 2019

Jerusalem is one of the oldest & holiest cities in the world, home to important religious sites for Muslims, Jews, and Christians. These are the most sacred ones.

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Milan’s Bizarre Church Of Human Skulls (San Bernardino)

Updated:July 27, 2019

San Bernardino alle Ossa is a creepy church in Milan decorated with human skulls. However this Italian bone church has an interesting history.

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Waves For Change: Community Outreach Through Surfing

Updated:September 3, 2019

Volunteering in Cape Town with Waves for Change was a highlight of my trip to South Africa. They use surfing to provide health and education support for township kids.

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My Caveman Experience: Squatting With Gypsies In Spain

Updated:September 3, 2019

There’s a remarkable community of gypsy travelers who squat inside abandoned caves in Spain. This is the unusual story of my night couchsurfing with them.

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Exploring Loch Ness: Home Of The Famous Lake Monster!

Updated:September 17, 2019

There in the distance! A massive long-necked beast slowly emerged from the black depths of Loch Ness. Could it be the legendary monster called Nessie?

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Sak Yant

Blessed By A Monk: How I Got My Magic Sak Yant Tattoo

Updated:December 11, 2019

Over 40 people watched in silence as a Thai monk repeatedly penetrated my flesh like a sewing machine. His needle sent waves of hot searing pain into my back.

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Songkran Festival: A Wet & Wild Good Time

Updated:September 17, 2019

To celebrate the traditional New Year, Thailand’s crazy Songkran water festival is held every April all over the country. But the best place to be is Chiang Mai.

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Running With Mexico’s Tarahumara Indians

Updated:September 17, 2019

Tarahumara runners are some of the best long-distance marathoners in the world. While exploring Mexico’s Copper Canyon, I attempted to go running with them.

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