Flipping Off the Intensity Switch
August 24, 2007 | Written by Steve Smith & Christine Johnson
Having recently taken my first trip into New York City, I fell in love. I’d always blown through New York with a quick connection, hurriedly moving on to another destinations. This time my itinerary gave me a full day and night layover. So I caught the train into the crowded canyons of Manhattan — it’s actually very simple to do — and experienced first-hand the things that make the material-life full.... [Read more]
Announcing the New Seven Wonders of the World
July 7, 2007 | Written by Steve Smith & Christine Johnson
A worldwide popular vote has been underway to select the New Seven Wonders of the World, sites to be listed alongside... [Read more]
Unforgettable Jordan (video podcast)
June 2, 2007 | Written by Wayfarer Digital
Steve Smith just returned from Jordan and I was dying to see the pictures. They didn’t disappoint. Now I want to to go to Jordan. I suppose some may want to avoid Jordan due its proximity to neighboring countries, but this is a ridiculous idea. Jordan has a much larger reputation for... [Read more]
“Blessed Are the Merciful…” Voluntourism in Jordan
May 25, 2007 | Written by Steve Smith & Christine Johnson
A relatively recent development in tourism, socially conscious “voluntourism” is quickly gaining... [Read more]
March at ITKT
April 3, 2007 | Written by Devin Galaudet
Hey Travelers, if you haven’t noticed yet ITKT has begun posting my recent foray into the Mayan ruins of the Yucatan... [Read more]
The Streets of Amman
March 30, 2007 | Written by Steve Smith & Christine Johnson
The talk on the streets of Amman reflects the same timeless worries that affect all of humankind.... [Read more]
The Facts on Jordan
February 26, 2007 | Written by Devin Galaudet
Location: Jordan is located in the heart of the Middle East, Northwest of Saudi Arabia, south of Syria, Southwest of Iraq, and east of Israel and the Occupied West Bank. Jordan has access to the Red Sea via the port city of Aqaba, located at the northern end of the Gulf of Aqaba.
Geographic co-ordinates: 29 - 34 00 N, 35 - 39 E
Population: 5,460,265 (July... [Read more]
Vote for the New 7 Wonders
December 26, 2006 | Written by Steve Smith & Christine Johnson
In what could be the largest vote ever, the world will soon choose the New Seven Wonders of the World to stand alongside the Ancient Seven Wonders of the World. In January, the New7Wonders committee, chaired by Dr. Federico Mayor, selected 21 finalists out of the 77 nominated sites. You can have a say in the selection of the final seven by casting your vote. From anywhere in the world, call +423 663 90 02 99 and use the... [Read more]
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