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Turner Wright

Turner Wright is a marathon runner first, an adventurer second, and a writer through it all. Apparently, he has a thing for island nations, having lived in Japan, and soon to be headed for New Zealand. Check out his adventures at Keeping Pace in Japan.

Posts by: Turner Wright

All you have to do is talk loud and big up the Japanese.

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Turner Wright reflects from South Korea.

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I’ve had calorie cravings beyond those some human beings can imagine, but I still found my stomach pushed to the limit of tolerance at the thought of not indulging in sweet potatoes, stuffing, and succulent white meat.

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Job suggestions to help you recapture the spirit of traveling.

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From cherry blossoms to mountainsides on fire, crowds of men in loincloths to horseback archery, Turner Wright takes us through some of the most thrilling festivals in Japan.

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Turner Wright has some suggestions for how to get crazy in New Zealand.

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A day in the life of an American working in Japan.

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What NOT to do in Japan

On October 20, 2009 By

Matador’s destination expert on Japan lays out the country’s avoidable attractions…and what to do instead.

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Think of these expressions as ways to get inside of a particular worldview, and to show the locals that you’ve got an awareness of their cultural values.

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Editor’s Note – This is the first installment of two solid articles dedicated to helping you think outside the box when it comes to buying souvenirs during your travels.

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