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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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  • A new biking trail is opening around the Sea of Galilee. Fire up your wheels and take off!

    Bike the Holy Land!

    A new biking trail is opening around the Sea of Galilee. Fire up your wheels and take off! Published 4:03 p.m. July 6, 2010 - Comments

     
  • The late historian C. Vann Woodward said this scenic and historic route “soaked up more of the blood, sweat and tears of American history than any other part of the country.” Christian heritage is part of Journey's fabric.

    Take a U.S. "Hallowed" Ground Journey

    The late historian C. Vann Woodward said this scenic and historic route “soaked up more of the blood, sweat and tears of American history than any other part of the country.” Christian heritage is part of Journey's fabric. Published 1:59 p.m. July 5, 2010 - Comments

     
  • Connecting sacred sites in North England with those in Scotland provides the heritage traveler with the bigger picture of Britain’s early Christian history. And, there are lots of wonderful diversions along the way.

    Discover the North of England!

    Connecting sacred sites in North England with those in Scotland provides the heritage traveler with the bigger picture of Britain’s early Christian history. And, there are lots of wonderful diversions along the way. Published 10:40 a.m. June 28, 2010 - Comments

     
  • Are you a Scot – or possessed of some genes from a clan? Millions are, and most of them live outside the old country. If you've both Scottish and Christian heritage, good reasons abound to include Scotland on your travel wish list.

    Scotland Calling

    Are you a Scot – or possessed of some genes from a clan? Millions are, and most of them live outside the old country. If you've both Scottish and Christian heritage, good reasons abound to include Scotland on your travel wish list. Published 3:26 p.m. June 18, 2010 - Comments

     
  • A museum fire closed the Biblical Arts Center five years ago, but it's risen from the ashes.

    Gigantic Mural Debuts in Dallas

    A museum fire closed the Biblical Arts Center five years ago, but it's risen from the ashes. Published 3:43 p.m. June 14, 2010 - Comments

     
  • Joseph of the Old Testamant was a dreamer and he's living his fantasies onstage in Lancaster, Pa.

    Joseph flying high in Lancaster, PA.

    Joseph of the Old Testamant was a dreamer and he's living his fantasies onstage in Lancaster, Pa. Published 11:13 a.m. June 7, 2010 - Comments

     
  • Moses had this valley view and so can you.

    Jordan: The View from Mount Nebo

    Moses had this valley view and so can you. Published 5:18 p.m. May 30, 2010 - Comments

     
  • Ancient pilgrims to the Holy Land had maps to follow, and one in Jordan has survived to enjoy increasing notoriety.

    Madaba map: Antique traveler's guide

    Ancient pilgrims to the Holy Land had maps to follow, and one in Jordan has survived to enjoy increasing notoriety. Published 2:30 p.m. May 24, 2010 - Comments

     
  • On which side of the Jordan River was Jesus baptized? Both Jordan and Israel claim authentic sites, but notable validations and visitor momentum seem to be building on the east banks.

    Where was Jesus baptized?

    On which side of the Jordan River was Jesus baptized? Both Jordan and Israel claim authentic sites, but notable validations and visitor momentum seem to be building on the east banks. Published 6:11 p.m. May 17, 2010 - Comments

     
  • “Vatican Splendors: A Journey through Faith and Art” opens May 15th at the Missouri History Museum with nearly 200 object including mosaics, frescoes and paintings by Michelangelo.

    The Vatican in St. Louis

    “Vatican Splendors: A Journey through Faith and Art” opens May 15th at the Missouri History Museum with nearly 200 object including mosaics, frescoes and paintings by Michelangelo. Published 5:18 p.m. May 10, 2010 - Comments

     
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Ruth Hill writes for magazines and newspapers about the business and pleasures of travel. Read more about her views and news of Christian heritage travel around the world at faithtravelfocus.com 

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