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Five must-see destinations in Italy

June 20, 2011 Todd DeFeo

Boiling Italy down to five must-see attractions is a nearly impossible task. But, if one could only visit a handful of the country’s legendary landmarks, here are five that ought to be considered.

When in Curacao, make time for a museum

June 11, 2011 Todd DeFeo

One advantage Curacao has over other Caribbean destinations is its wealth of cultural attractions.

Curacao has history and culture, not just beaches

March 24, 2011 Todd DeFeo

Think of any Caribbean island. The beach is probably the first thought that comes to mind.

Hiroshima recollections (Part III)

August 7, 2010 The Travel Trolley

For students of history and travelers looking to see and understand what happened here, to Japan and to the whole world on that day, there are several memorials located in Peace Memorial Park in the center of the city near the bomb’s hypocenter and dedicated to the bombing – including the Peace Flame.

Hiroshima recollections (Part II)

May 25, 2010 Todd DeFeo

Once known more for its role in ending World War II, Hiroshima has now become a major tourist attraction, and each year thousands of visitors from Japan and around the world travel to this western Japanese city.

Photo Album: Tokyo, Japan

May 16, 2010 The Travel Trolley

‘This is a trauma that will stay with us forever’

September 4, 2009 Todd DeFeo

31 Connolly Strasse is not a tourist attraction. There are no T-shirts or magnets or other useless tchotchkes for tourists to buy.

To travel is to…

August 19, 2009 Todd DeFeo

I’m mulling my recent escapades, trying to put everything into perspective — there were some unique, some historic and some downright weird attractions.

Hiroshima: Streetcar system like taking a step back in time

June 25, 2009 Todd DeFeo

My friends and I walked to the streetcar terminus, certain of which trolley to board. An agent approached us to help; he didn’t speak English, and we didn’t speak Japanese.

The souls of Japan’s militaristic past

June 18, 2009 Todd DeFeo

As prime minister of Japan, Junichiro Koizumi made a number of official visits to Yasukuni Shrine. After all, the shrine honors those who fought and died for Japan, and what better way for the country’s leader to honor the sacrifices of previous generations?