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Tim Johnson

Travel writer Tim Johnson has spent the last few years circling the globe in pursuit of the next great story, in the process visiting 138 countries on all seven continents. He's won five National Magazine Awards and contributes to a number of national and international publications.

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BEYOND THE SEA

The Unique Cruise Beloved by Cruise Fanatics

Every spring, cruise lines follow the sunshine and move a number of their ships from the Caribbean to the Mediterranean. If you’re a guest, there’s big bang for buck here.

Tim Johnson

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MOVE OVER

Why Greenland Is Now So Much Cooler Than Iceland

Don’t get me wrong: Iceland is a really super nice place. It just isn’t Iceland cool anymore.

Tim Johnson

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NEVER FORGET

The ‘Come From Away’ Town Holds Its 9/11 Memories Close

A total of 38 planes were directed to land in Gander. Its population almost doubled as hungry, tired, confused and scared passengers from 95 countries flooded the small town.

Tim Johnson

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TRAGEDY

Sri Lanka Was a Mecca for Tourists. Now It’s Eerily Empty.

In one moment everything changed on this island nation that until a couple of weeks ago enjoyed unprecedented peace and surging prosperity.

Tim Johnson

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ROOM KEY

London’s Iconic Mental-Hospital-Turned-Hotel Restoration

Once one of London’s most storied hotels, the Andaz Shoreditch has recently completed a multi-year renovation project.

Tim Johnson

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MEMORY LANE

My Journey to Where Bubble Tea Began

My friends raved about this peculiar beverage but, a small-town kid, I couldn’t understand the allure. Eventually, when my workload at university grew, it became my comfort drink.

Tim Johnson

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IN THE KNOW

The Best Hidden Spots in Ginza, Tokyo

Haiku sushi bars, hole-in-the-wall green tea cocktails, and rooftop distilleries; take a walk through the glitzy Tokyo neighborhood’s best offers that don’t often catch the eye.

Tim Johnson

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