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The Mecca Bound | في طريق مكة

The Mecca Bound | في طريق مكة

Anastasia Chrome2 min read

She organizes Hajj pilgrimages for a living. He's the convert seeking spiritual guidance. By Mecca, they've found more than faith.

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The Taxi to Tunis | تاكسي إلى تونس

The Taxi to Tunis | تاكسي إلى تونس

Anastasia Chrome4 min read

A missed train means sharing a taxi from Sousse. The driver is handsome. The other passenger is intriguing. The journey takes unexpected turns.

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נחיתה בבן גוריון | Airport Arrival

נחיתה בבן גוריון | Airport Arrival

Anastasia Chrome2 min read

At Ben Gurion Airport, a returning Israeli and a first-time visitor share a taxi—and discover that some journeys end where others begin.

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Canterbury Pilgrim

Canterbury Pilgrim

Anastasia Chrome4 min read

Walking the Pilgrim's Way for the tenth time, author Joan meets fellow traveler Michael—and discovers the real pilgrimage was waiting for company.

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Dawn Dunes

Dawn Dunes

Layla Al-Rashid2 min read

Safari guide Noor leads expeditions across Saudi's red dunes. When travel writer James joins her final tour before retirement, sunset leads to sunrise. 'Kull nihaya bidaya jadida' (كل نهاية بداية جديدة) - Every end is a new beginning.

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יציאה באלעד | Elad Emergence

יציאה באלעד | Elad Emergence

Anastasia Chrome2 min read

In the ultra-Orthodox city of Elad, a woman leaving the faith finds unexpected support from the least likely person.

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Pilgrimage Path

Pilgrimage Path

Layla Al-Rashid2 min read

Tour coordinator Salma guides pilgrims through sacred sites. When logistics expert Omar streamlines her routes, efficiency meets devotion. 'Al rihla ruhaniya' (الرحلة روحانية) - The journey is spiritual.

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The Night Bus to Jerusalem

The Night Bus to Jerusalem

Layla Khalidi3 min read

On the last bus from Amman to Jerusalem, strangers Nabil and Sana share the overnight journey—and discover that some connections need no more than twelve hours to become eternal.

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Waddon Wonder

Waddon Wonder

Anastasia Chrome2 min read

Airport taxi driver Nneka knows every route from Waddon to Gatwick. When stranded traveler Marcus needs a ride, she shows him the scenic route includes some very personal stops.

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