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Lisbon

Posted on October 26, 2018February 1, 2020 by tannerphilp

I sit here writing this on a wooden bench tucked away in a garden at the foot of the Alfama hills. Earlier today I stopped for a short break from my calf destroying trek to Sao Jorge Castle and overheard a tour guide tell her loyal subjects that the best stories in Lisbon come from … Continue reading Lisbon

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Amsterdam

Posted on October 12, 2018February 1, 2020 by tannerphilp

My experience in Amsterdam was one of juxtaposition. I was woken by the soft October sunrise peeking through the 8x16 oval window to my right as we descended on the historic city. After a quick taxi I’m off the bridge and on my way to the bustling train station embedded in Schiphol airport. The customs … Continue reading Amsterdam

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Istanbul

Posted on June 8, 2018February 1, 2020 by tannerphilp

Istanbul has endearing qualities that I fear I cannot effectively articulate - it is an energy that must be felt - but in the interest of convincing you to go, I will try and capture it in prose. Just know that my words will not do it justice. There are innate qualities in some people … Continue reading Istanbul

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Athens

Posted on June 1, 2018February 1, 2020 by tannerphilp

There are few places so rich in history as Athens. It gave rise to democracy, produced some of the best philosophers, artists and politicians, and was the crucible for decisions that shaped the modern world as we know it. Needless to say, I was excited to walk the same streets that influential figures have walked … Continue reading Athens

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Japan

Posted on February 27, 2018August 4, 2020 by tannerphilp

Japan is special. Each region has its own unique characteristics - from beautiful terrain, to rich historical sites – every city was an adventure. The one constant, however, is the people. I was invariably humbled by the level of empathy and selflessness that is was embodied by everyone I met. As a foreigner who doesn’t … Continue reading Japan

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