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The Home and Prison of Anne Frank

The Home and Prison of Anne Frank

She changed the world with her diary. Now the home that became Anne Frank’s prison stands as a testament to the young girl’s life.

Robben Island

Between the Bars: South Africa’s Robben Island

This island prison is an icon of segregation, where opponents of the regime were kept during the apartheid era.

La Paz

La Paz Pride: Old Ways and New Hope in Bolivia

A visitor to La Paz’s maze of vertical streets takes in the ambiance of the setting and the pride felt by locals.

Green Travel Tips

Going Green, Staying Green: Eco-Friendly Travel Tips

It’s difficult to travel without leaving a carbon footprint, but there are plenty of ideas here to minimize it and keep our travel destinations “green.”

Gdansk

Roads to Freedom: Solidarity in Gdansk

When in Poland, do as the locals and sip Żubrówka vodka mixed with apple juice. If the legend is true, you’ll go all night long.

Habitat in Costa Rica

Habitat for Humanity: Costa Rica

Save the world? Start with a house.

TOC Cartagena Colombia

Cartagena: Colombia’s Caribbean Gem

Bustling beaches, medieval architecture and a high-rise skyline characterize this Caribbean city.

Myanmar Burma

Myanmar: Lost in Time

Learn about the people and sights of Myanmar behind today’s headlines about its repressive military regime.

Malaysia

Islamic Malaysia: Traditions and Modern Life

Malaysia offers an intriguing blend of Islamic culture and traditions, and modern amusements.

Budapest

Sister Cities: Budapest, Prague and Vienna

Discover the grandiose architecture of these three cities and the charms that distinguish them.

Moremi Game Reserve

On Safari: The Wilds of Botswana

Join the safari for a dose of untamed Africa. But beware: Honking hippos may keep you from a good night’s rest.

Turkmenistan

Alone in Ashgabat: A Witness to Turkmenistan’s Dictatorship

A visitor to Turkmenistan’s capital finds ostentatious displays of the president’s self-devotion.

Barrier-Free Travel: London

Barrier-Free Travel: London

Now more than ever, London has made itself accessible to all types of travelers.

Cambodia’s Landmine Museum

Cambodia’s Landmine Museum

Aki Ra has a mission — to clear his homeland of land mines.

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