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Christians have been doing pilgrimages for centuries. Today, worldwide faith-based travel has a new look, blending heritage with now diversions.

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  • But there’s more to Armenia’s contributions to Christian heritage than ancient monasteries in beautiful settings. Photo: Alexander Mkhitaryan/2009

    Armenia: Christianity’s forgotten cradle

    But there’s more to Armenia’s contributions to Christian heritage than ancient monasteries in beautiful settings. Published 3:22 p.m. May 8, 2012 - Comments

     
  • Moses and Noah were early tour leaders and the journeys continue.

    National Tourism Month: A rabbi connects travel and religion

    Moses and Noah were early tour leaders and the journeys continue. Published 12:00 p.m. May 1, 2012 - Comments

     
  • Marvel at Johann Sebastian Bach's musical legacy in 2012 as the St. Thomas Boys Choir Leipzig celebrates its 800th anniversary. Photo: German National Tourism

    Germany's Leipzig Celebrates Eight Centuries

    Marvel at Johann Sebastian Bach's musical legacy in 2012 as the St. Thomas Boys Choir Leipzig celebrates its 800th anniversary. Published 3:26 p.m. April 15, 2012 - Comments

     
  • Faith cruise choices worldwide are growing in 2012. Photo: Crystal Cruises

    More Faith Floats in 2012

    Faith cruise choices worldwide are growing in 2012. Published 1:54 p.m. March 29, 2012 - Comments

     
  • Asheville, North Carolina inspires faith-based travel Photo: The Cove

    Join Asheville and The Cove for Spiritual Refresh

    Asheville, North Carolina inspires faith-based travel Published 1:14 p.m. March 21, 2012 - Comments

     
  • France’s imposing and haunting “mount” harbors centuries of history and a splendid new maritime character. Photo: Mont St. Michel’s makeover is returning its maritime character

    France’s Mont St Michel gets a makeover

    France’s imposing and haunting “mount” harbors centuries of history and a splendid new maritime character. Published 6:01 p.m. March 12, 2012 - Comments

     
  • Coming in April is a new multi-million dollar museum on the Jordan side of the lake about one of the world’s most fascinating natural features. Photo: Ruth Hill

    Jordan to open new Dead Sea Museum

    Coming in April is a new multi-million dollar museum on the Jordan side of the lake about one of the world’s most fascinating natural features. Published 8:43 p.m. February 27, 2012 - Comments

     
  • This year is the 200th anniversary for the “re-discovery” of the ancient rose pink city of Petra Photo: Ruth Hill

    Celebrate Jordan’s Petra and Wadi Rum in 2012

    This year is the 200th anniversary for the “re-discovery” of the ancient rose pink city of Petra Published 4:36 p.m. February 21, 2012 - Comments

     
  • The Golden State's mission trail is a stunning focus for travelers who want to experience varied facets of California Photo: San Juan Capistrano

    Don't Miss California's Missions

    The Golden State's mission trail is a stunning focus for travelers who want to experience varied facets of California Published 1:10 a.m. February 12, 2012 - Comments

     
  • Few cities in the world are as exciting in winter as Quebec City. One reason why is the annual Winter Carnival (Carnaval de Quebec)

    Head to Canada for Quebec City’s winter warmth and excitement

    Few cities in the world are as exciting in winter as Quebec City. One reason why is the annual Winter Carnival (Carnaval de Quebec) Published 12:40 p.m. January 26, 2012 - Comments

     
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