Border run

05/19/2008 | Location: Bab Al-Hawa, Syria

Our first glimpse of Syria was a stark contrast to the western, commerce-driven vibe of Istanbul.

(Photo by Thushan Amarasiriwardena, caption by Michael D. Kurtz / LongJaunt.com)

03.22.2008 | London, England

Thushan's cousin's surprise birthday party gave us a stellar opportunity to get a taste of Sri Lanka, one of our future destinations on...

06.26.2008 | Jodhpur, India

An urban sea of indigo washed buildings, Jodhpur in the Indian state of Rajasthan certainly earns its name as "The Blue City." Sitting...

03.27.2008 | Nairobi, Kenya

Stunning in both its concentration in wildlife and proximity to the bustling streets of the city, Nairobi National Park is the perfect ...