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I love stories that challenge my perception of a destination. Glad you enjoyed.

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Thanks for the feedback Sonja.

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Me too!

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Hi Sonja. Just saw your note. Thanks for the kind words. I highly recommend visiting Toronto. I was only there briefly and look forward to returning.

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Sonja, what a powerful video! Thank you for sharing. And hey, if you ever head down there again, definitely hit up Hachiko. Just be sure there are no protests planned that night. 

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Thanks so much Paige!

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Ha! Thanks Paige.

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Excellent point!

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Love this. "Awful" cities are usually cheap and less crowded than their "better" counterparts.

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I'm officially hungry!

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Wow! WOW! 

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I'm so glad you enjoyed. It was a travel highlight I will never forget. That city is downright magical.

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Thanks Matthew. I had the same reaction! I nearly fell out of my chair when I tried my first South American porter. It was delicious.

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Love this story. I just interviewed Olivia for an assignment. She's a very interesting and intelligent photgrapher.

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Wasn't it fun?

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The window seat maps are my favorite.

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I've read a few articles of late about the potential downside of volunteer projects. I have to say, they've changed my perspective. I ignorantly figured volunteering abroad would be a great idea. Now I see it's much more than "build a house, change the world."