• Parisian Angel

    Parisian Angel

    Sometimes places, like people, deserve second chances. From Europe from a Backpack. Read More
  • Return to Vienna

    Return to Vienna

    Who says you can't go home again? From Go World Travel Magazine. Gold winner for "Best Online Travel Writing," Society of American Travel Writers Read More
  • True Hawaii: How to Experience Hawaiian Culture

    Hawaii is known for its beaches, sunshine and world-class resorts. But if that's all you saw during your visit, then you'd miss out on the "real Hawaii." Produced for Go World Travel.
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  • Following the Santa Fe Trail through Kansas

    Follow the Santa Fe Trail through Kansas to learn how this important route shaped the American West.
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  • About Me

    About Me

    Janna Graber is a Colorado-based freelance journalist who has written for national publications like Parade, Outside, Redbook, Reader’s Digest, the Chicago Tribune and many others. She is currently a managing editor at Go World Travel Magazine, an international magazine celebrating the world’s most fascinating people and places. She is a member of the Society of Read More
  • Hope for Haiti

    Hope for Haiti

    Although Haiti is a Caribbean island, everyday life here is far from a tropical paradise. But several women’s groups have been working to improve life in Haiti. From The Chicago Tribune.
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  • Kayaking the Fjords of New Zealand

    Kayaking the Fjords of New Zealand

    Generations connect in the world's adventure capital. From AAA EnCompass. Read More

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Travel Essays

Thailand’s Lost Children

• November 28, 2011
Thailand’s Lost Children

Child prostitution: The dark side of tourism in Thailand. From Traveler’s Tales.

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Parisian Angel

• November 28, 2011
Parisian Angel

Sometimes places, like people, deserve second chances. From Europe from a Backpack.

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Return to Vienna

• November 28, 2011
Return to Vienna

Who says you can’t go home again? From Go World Travel Magazine. Gold winner for “Best Online Travel Writing,” Society of American Travel Writers

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My Friend, the Enemy

• November 26, 2011
My Friend, the Enemy

Countries, just like people, are always changing. Just look at Berlin. From Go World Travel Magazine.

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Travel Features

In Search of Sand and Sea

• December 26, 2011
In Search of Sand and Sea

Family Travel along the Gulf of Mexico. From AAA EnCompass and Go World Travel Magazine.

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Sweet Summer in Stockholm

• December 10, 2011
Sweet Summer in Stockholm

Summers are sweet and savored in the Swedish capital. From Alaska Airlines Magazine.

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Around the World in Eight Hours

• November 30, 2011
Morocco bazaar at Epcot. © Benjamin Rader.

Walking through the different “nations” is like taking a little trip around the globe. From AAA EnCompass.

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Hawaii with Kids

• November 26, 2011
Hawaii with Kids

Planning your Hawaiian family vacation? Here are the best kid-friendly activities on the islands. From AOL Travel.

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Profiles

Ken Watanabe: From Samurai Warrior to Romantic Lead

• November 30, 2011
Ken Watanabe: From Samurai Warrior to Romantic Lead

Several years ago, few people outside of Japan had heard of Ken Watanabe. But when he walks into a swank Beverly Hills restaurant for breakfast now, people know who he is. True, they may not recognize the tall, lanky film star in his black sunglasses and casual clothes, but mention The Last Samurai (2003) or [...]

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Native American Actress Irene Bedard

• November 26, 2011
Native American Actress Irene Bedard

Actress brings beauty and talent, as well as a strong sense of heritage to her roles. From Cowboys & Indians Magazine.

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Keeping Up with Yao Ming

• November 26, 2011

The world’s best-known basketball player, Yao Ming, is a busy guy on and off the court. Janna Graber catches up with Yao after the Athens Olympics. From Nihao Magazine.

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Travel Videos

Great Escapes: Colorado Dude Ranches

• November 28, 2011

Saddle up! Take a tour of some of Colorado’s top dude and guest ranches. Written, produced and hosted by Janna Graber for Frontier Airlines’ in-flight TV network.

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Great Escapes: Winter Park, Colorado

• November 28, 2011

An in-depth look at summer and winter adventure in Winter Park, Colorado. Written, produced and hosted by Janna Graber for Frontier Airlines’ in-flight TV network.

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True Hawaii: How to Experience Hawaiian Culture

• November 27, 2011

Hawaii is known for its beaches, sunshine and world-class resorts. But if that’s all you saw during your visit, then you’d miss out on the “real Hawaii.” Produced for Go World Travel.

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Following the Santa Fe Trail through Kansas

• November 21, 2011

Follow the Santa Fe Trail through Kansas to learn how this important route shaped the American West.

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News Features

Hope for Haiti

• November 21, 2011
Hope for Haiti

Although Haiti is a Caribbean island, everyday life here is far from a tropical paradise. But several women’s groups have been working to improve life in Haiti. From The Chicago Tribune.

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The Day They Can Never Forget

• November 21, 2011

Three personal stories of Columbine survivors. From Redbook Magazine.

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Former Princes Works to Help Refugees from Burma

• September 16, 2011

A former princess from Burma works to help those still caught in the country’s turmoil. From The Chicago Tribune

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Colorado Divorce Law Puts Children First

• August 16, 2011

Colorado law aims to reduce conflict between divorcing parents and to put the needs of the children first. From The Chicago Tribune

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Other Recent Work

Opening Doors

• November 29, 2011

How a girl from Iowa introduced me to the world. From Chicken Soup for the Soul

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Taming the Editor on My Shoulders

• November 28, 2011

Editing your work is a necessity, but over-editing can hinder your writing. From Bylines Magazine.

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