June 2023 Journal

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The Maine Things
Maine doesn’t disappoint if you are searching for an LL Bean type adventure but there are charming city options for those less interested in pitching a tent.

The Picasso Trail
Love or hate his work, this Picasso Trail will inspire your inner artist.

Singapore’s Vibrant Art Zone
Kampong Glam exudes an historical vibrancy throughout this unique area of Singapore.

Happy Travels,

Kathy Pachman
President
Travel Research Monthly

Africa & The Middle East

1. The Surfing Hippos of Gabon
   Author: Richard Collett
   Source: Fodor’s Travel
2. Lebanon’s Quaint Mountain Village
   Author: Lebanon News
   Source: LBCI Lebanon

Asia

1. Singapore’s Vibrant Art Zone
   Author: Precious Rongmei
   Source: timestravel
2. Tokyo’s Unique Island Neighborhood
   Author: Vicki L. Beyer
   Source: Japan Today
3. Exploring Ho Chi Minh City
   Author:  Bich Phoung & Tam Anh
   Source: VN Express
4. Bangkok Unmapped: Explore the captivating beauty of Thailand’s vibrant capital city
   Author:  Digvijay
   Source: India Times

Australia & New Zealand

1. Australia’s Indigenous Curator
   Author: Anna Sarjeant
   Source: NZ Herald
2. Sydney’s Instagram Café
   Author: Brook Sabin
   Source: Stuff
3. The Highlights of Wellington
   Author: Julie Powell
   Source: Photofocus

Europe

1. Paris’s Single (Hated) Skyscraper
   Author:  Dan Avery
   Source: Architectural Digest
2. Spain’s Most Beautiful Town You Don’t Know About
   Author: Belinda Jackson
   Source: The Sydney Morning Herald
3. The Picasso Trail
   Author: Manali Doshi
   Source: Thrillist
4. The Fairy-Tale that is Monaco
   Author: Chandreyee Ray
   Source: Vogue – Singapore

Mexico

1. The Cuisine of the US/Mexico Border
   Author: Margy Rochlin
   Source: L.A. Times
2. Merida’s Video Travel Guide (Video)
   Author: Expedia
   Source: Youtube.com

Miscellaneous

1. The Easter Island Podcast
   Author: Stacey Leasca
   Source: Travel + Leisure
2. Social Cultures and Their Meanings
   Author: Karen Edwards
   Source: Wanderlust
3. World Famous Ocean Cinematographer Tells You Where to Dive
   Author: Ellie Cobb
   Source: BBC Travel

United States

1. The Maine Things
   Author: Hilary Nangle
   Source: National Geographic
2. The Speakeasies of Chicago
   Author: Parker Diakite
   Source: Travel Noire
3. The South’s Best Antiquing
   Author: Jennifer Prince
   Source: Southern Living