October 2023 Journal

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Meet the Makers of Japan’s Most Prized Talismans in Tohoku
Tohoku’s artisans uphold enduring traditions, preserving and evolving the region’s rich cultural heritage.

How Volunteering on a Farm Changed the Way This Author Travels
The author’s initial reluctance to join an Italian olive harvest transformed into a celebration of hard work and deeper cultural immersion, forming strong connections with fellow harvesters and embracing a new approach to travel.

Brooklyn is Built for Family Fun
Brooklyn offers affordable and enjoyable experiences for families, providing great food, outdoor fun, and cultural immersion without straining your budget.

Happy Travels,

Kathy Pachman
President
Travel Research Monthly

Asia & India

1. Peek into the Joyful Life of Mongolian Nomads
   Author: Isaac Muk
   Photography:  Taemin Ha
   Source: Huck Magazine
2. Let’s Dive into the Magic of Cempedek Island
   Author: Suffian Hakim
   Source: Augustman Singapore
3. Hill Stations Beckon in South India
   Author: Himakshi Panwar
   Source: Outlook Traveller
4. Adventure Calls: Bali’s Black Magic Island, Warnings and All
   Author: Acacia Gabriel
   Source: Travel + Leisure

Europe

1. Paris Perfection: Café Hopping All Year Round
   Author: Lindsay Tramuta & Rosalyn Wikeley
   Source: Condé Nast Traveller
2. Traverse Italy’s Heel and Explore Its Cultural Treasures
   Author: Norma Meyer
   Source: OC Register
3. A Sneak Peek at Fotografiska’s Brand-New Museum in Berlin
   Author: Bailey Berg
   Source: Afar Media
4. Nimes, France: More Than Rugby
   Author: Victoria Trott
   Source: Herald
5. How Volunteering on a Farm Changed the Way I Travel
   Author: Laura Kiniry
   Source: Shondaland.com

Japan

1. Meet the Makers of Japan’s Most Prized Talismans in Tohoku
   Author: Lorna Parkes
   Source: National Geographic
2. Japan: An Oasis of Art and Culture
   Author: Drift Staff
   Source: Drift Travel Magazine
3. The Ryukyuan of Taketomi Island
   Author: Elizabeth Sok
   Source: Japan Today
4. Not Tokyo – Japan’s Best Of The Rest
   Author: Jane Lawson
   Source: Escape

Miscellaneous

1. Exclusive Hotel Amenities – No Overnight Stay Required!
   Author: Cortney Moore
   Source: Fox35Orlando
2. Point.Me: Your Key to Maximizing Travel Rewards in 2023
   Author: Andrew Kunesh
   Source: CNN Underscore
3.  A Graphic Novel written in Particle Ink
   Author: Blake Taylor
   Source: Attractions Magazine

United States

1. Brooklyn is Built for Family Fun
   Author: Tyghe Trimble
   Source: Fatherly
2. Exploring Rural Alabama: Beyond Myths and Into Reality
   Author: April Dobbins
   Source: Soul Grown
3. Hit the Country Roads and Enjoy Mountain Tunes on Your Getaway
   Author: Christine Winder
   Source: Richmond Magazine
4. Nevada’s Historic Downtowns
   Author: Bryan Dearsley
   Source: Worldatlas.com
5. Take a walk through history in Jefferson, Texas
   Author: Bonnie & Bill Neely
   Source: Creators.com