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Australia donated windows to church in Sabah Borneo

Helen Avaient

Nov 23 min read

Australia donated windows to church in Sabah Borneo

The church of St. Michael and All Angels in Sandakan has some stunning stained glass windows. They have been donated by Australia in...

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The Agnes Keith house in Borneo Malaysia

Helen Avaient

Nov 23 min read

The Agnes Keith house in Borneo Malaysia

A double storey post war colonial-style wooden home sits atop a hill amongst sprawling green lawn with a view to Sandakan Bay at the...

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Sandakan Memorial Park is where a POW camp was located

Helen Avaient

Nov 24 min read

Sandakan Memorial Park is where a POW camp was located

Where the Sandakan Memorial Park stands today is where approximately 2400 Australian and British prisoners of war were held by the...

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The square and the mystery of the church of Gesù Nuovo in Naples Italy

Helen Avaient

Oct 63 min read

The square and the mystery of the church of Gesù Nuovo in Naples Italy

The first thing you notice about the church, before you even enter its doors, are the pyramid shaped ashlar stones covering the entire...

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Helen Avaient

Oct 61 min read

The Hassan II Mosque Casablanca Morocco

the most important historical monuments through the world Prayer hall with sliding roof ablution room external wall fountain minaret hall...

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The Naples Cathedral and the treasures of San Gennaro

Helen Avaient

Oct 23 min read

The Naples Cathedral and the treasures of San Gennaro

The beautifully designed and decorated Duomo di Napoli, a Roman Catholic Cathedral, is in Naples Italy. The current building was...

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Helen Avaient

Oct 15 min read

A perfect day walk in Hoi An Vietnam

Ancient wooden buildings and cobblestone streets greet visitors to this slow-paced town situated along the Thu Bon River. With a...

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A day trip to Borjomi Park and the medieval cave town of Vardzia in Georgia

Helen Avaient

Aug 316 min read

A day trip to Borjomi Park and the medieval cave town of Vardzia in Georgia

The best way to see some areas of Georgia is with a guided tour. My day trip to Vardzia and back was a long thirteen hours, but every...

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Helen Avaient

Jun 72 min read

Umihotaru in Tokyo Bay Japan

Umihotaru is the world’s only highway rest stop that sits on top of water, in the sea. One side is reached through an underwater tunnel,...

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Sankeien gardens and historic buildings in Yokohama Japan

Helen Avaient

Jun 43 min read

Sankeien gardens and historic buildings in Yokohama Japan

Another of my recommended must-see destinations when visiting Japan is the beautiful Sankeien Gardens (translation: three creek gardens)....

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A guided tour of Saint Agatha Cathedral in Catania Sicily Italy

Helen Avaient

Jan 225 min read

A guided tour of Saint Agatha Cathedral in Catania Sicily Italy

A guided tour of the Cattedrale di San't Agata (the Catania Cathedral) is a must do when in Catania. For a well spent three-euro...

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Asilah is a tranquil and calm town by the sea in Morocco

Helen Avaient

Jan 23 min read

Asilah is a tranquil and calm town by the sea in Morocco

Asilah in northern Africa is the ideal introduction to Morocco. Unlike busier towns, this city of just over 30,000 people is tranquil....

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The Moroccan mural town of Asilah is an artistic wonderland

Helen Avaient

Dec 25, 20232 min read

The Moroccan mural town of Asilah is an artistic wonderland

From 1978 Asilah in northern Africa has hosted an annual International Cultural Moussem of Asilah, held each year in August. This...

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The Italian Presepio is more than just a beautiful nativity scene

Helen Avaient

Dec 20, 20234 min read

The Italian Presepio is more than just a beautiful nativity scene

Via San Gregorio Armeno in Naples is also known as Christmas Alley, due to the beautiful nativity scenes that are handmade by talented...

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Tamborine Rainforest Skywalk in Australia

Helen Avaient

Dec 3, 20233 min read

Tamborine Rainforest Skywalk in Australia

Walking high above the rainforest canopies is a special treat. The Tamborine Rainforest Skywalk in Queensland Australia was opened in...

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Why I went to Mexico for dental treatment

Helen Avaient

Nov 26, 20234 min read

Why I went to Mexico for dental treatment

Being quoted $24,000 in Australia to have my teeth fixed, including crowns, was a shock to my system. However, going to a dentist in Los...

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Helen Avaient

Nov 19, 20232 min read

Summer fun at Lake Okoboji in Iowa USA

Summer in USA can be hot, so a great place to hang out is on one of the many lakes and rivers. Lake Okoboji in north western Iowa is part...

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Helen Avaient

Nov 12, 20232 min read

Cosmos Mystery Area in South Dakota

A visit to the Cosmos Mystery Area in the Black Hills of South Dakota is a fun experience for visitors of all ages. It is located just...

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Stepping back in time at 1880 Town in South Dakota USA

Helen Avaient

Nov 4, 20233 min read

Stepping back in time at 1880 Town in South Dakota USA

I was surprised by how much I enjoyed visiting this reconstructed town. It is an authentic open air venue where visitors can wander both...

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A two day road trip from Rapid City South Dakota

Helen Avaient

Oct 29, 20235 min read

A two day road trip from Rapid City South Dakota

The natural beauty of the Black Hills is breathtaking, incredible, monumental, awe-inspiring. There are so many words that can be used to...

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