• Parisian Angel

    Parisian Angel

    Sometimes places, like people, deserve second chances. From Europe from a Backpack. Read More
  • About Me

    About Me

    Janna Graber is a Colorado-based freelance journalist, editor and producer who has covered travel stories in 38 countries. She is the managing editor at Go World Travel Magazine and director of Travel Writing On Location. 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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  • 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, 2012
Thailand’s Lost Children

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

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Parisian Angel

• November 27, 2011
Parisian Angel

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

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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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Return to Vienna

• November 26, 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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Travel Features

The Longest Way Home: Interview with Andrew McCarthy

• March 15, 2013
The Longest Way Home: Interview with Andrew McCarthy

Janna Graber catches up with actor Andrew McCarthy to discuss his new book, “The Longest Way Home.”

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Cars Land is a Crowd Pleaser

• August 27, 2012
Mater is a crowd-pleaser in Cars Land at Disneyland Resort. Photo by Janna Graber.

Cars Land is one reason California Adventure may become one of this family’s favorite Disney parks. Written for AAA EnCompass Magazine Sep/Oct 2012

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Charmed by Charleston

• July 31, 2012
Charmed by Charleston

I was dragged to Charleston kicking and screaming, never dreaming what lay in store. From Go World Travel Magazine

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Sailing Vacation in Maine

• July 31, 2012
Sailing Vacation in Maine

This family needed a vacaction to bring them together. Could a mountain family learn to sail? From Go World Travel Magazine

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Profiles

The Longest Way Home: Interview with Andrew McCarthy

• March 15, 2013
The Longest Way Home: Interview with Andrew McCarthy

Janna Graber catches up with actor Andrew McCarthy to discuss his new book, “The Longest Way Home.”

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Ken Watanabe: From Samurai Warrior to Romantic Lead

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

Though he’s best-known his portrayal of samurai leader Katsumoto in The Last Samurai, Ken Watanabe has a softer side.

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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 25, 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

Travel Blog: Why Travel Matters

• July 31, 2012
Travel Blog: Why Travel Matters

Follow Janna’s travel adventures in her blog “Why Travel Matters.”

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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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