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Travels with Peabod
Join Peabod, Bob Taylor, as he travels the goal on his quest to learning about himself, the world and becoming a member of The Century Club.
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Helsinki: Finland's Daughter of the Baltic
Helsinki is one of those great undiscovered destinations. It is a cultural and architectural experience that is surrounded by woodlands and lakes. This is a discovery. Published 8:40 a.m. August 12, 2012 - Comments
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Vantage Travel set to unveil two new ships as river travel grows in popularity
River travel is rapidly growing in popularity. So much so that Vantage Travel added a new ship this year and will add two more in 2013. Being "up the river" never felt so good. Published 12:02 p.m. August 5, 2012 - Comments
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Germany’s Fairy Tale Road is a Grimm adventure
Travel the Fairy Tale Road through Germany and discover all those places where the stories we all know took place. And it is not just for the kids either. Published 1:15 p.m. July 30, 2012 - Comments
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The Olympic Games: The ultimate travel experience
Even if you never attend an Olympics, there are places around the world that have hosted the games. Travelers can visit the sites and savor some of the memories. Published 10:56 a.m. July 23, 2012 - Comments
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The Olympic Games 2012: Five great places to stay outside of London (Part II)
If you happen to get caught in all the Olympics hoopla, there are many places less than two hours from London by train that offer a great base. Here are five possibilities. Published 9:13 a.m. July 19, 2012 - Comments
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The Olympic Games 2012: Five great places to stay outside of London (Part 1)
London may be crowded for the Olympics, but there are many wonderful places to stay outside the city where commuting to the games is easy, convenient and fun. Published 10:24 a.m. July 18, 2012 - Comments
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Fete de Geneve (Geneva Festival): The greatest fireworks show on Earth
Geneva's fireworks show in August has become the best in the world. It is an hour of art in the sky that amazes everyone who witnesses the event. Published 1:50 p.m. July 14, 2012 - Comments
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The Butterfly People: Old San Juan’s rainbows of art
Traveling to San Juan, Puerto Rico can take you to a fabulous shop and museum filled with gorgeous artistic arrangments of butterflies. View a single specimen or an entire mural. Published 1:17 p.m. July 9, 2012 - Comments
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The Bernina Express: Switzerland’s best train journey features glaciers, palm trees and Italy
Switzerland's Glacier Express may be the most famous rail journy in the country, but the Bernina Express is arguably the best. Don't miss it. Published 1:59 a.m. July 4, 2012 - Comments
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Petra: Jordan’s spectacular city of rocks of the ages
The ancient hidden city of Petra was one of the great discoveries of the 20th century. It is a true life Indiana Jones story and a traveler's must-see experience. Published 11:29 a.m. June 25, 2012 - Comments
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After three decades of traveling the world, I decided to attempt to become a member of The Century Club by visiting 100 countries or more. As an ex-Marine, former professional baseball player and commercial broadcaster, I have had many rewarding ...
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Snowden: US government has 'destroyed any possibility of a fair trial'
The controversial whistleblower also says that the "(t)ruth is coming, and it cannot be stopped."
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Edward Snowden honored to be called a 'traitor' by Dick Cheney
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Pro-Trayvon Martin activist tries to sit on Zimmerman jury
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Zimmerman vs. Martin: Racist vigilante vs. street wise thug?
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After three decades of traveling the world, I decided to attempt to become a member of The Century Club by visiting 100 countries or more. As an ex-Marine, former professional baseball player and commercial broadcaster, I have had many rewarding experiences during my life.
None of those however, has been as meaningful and life-altering as my journeys around the globe. I'm a dreamer. Travel has been an on-going metamorphosis that has allowed me to evolve into the person I am today. It is a passion that has been a journey of discovery influenced by people, places and events that have increased my cultural awareness, knowledge and understanding of the global community in which we live.
