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A FAITHFUL FOLLOWING HOLY LANDS IN NORTH AMERICA
A pilgrimage can be a long journey to the Holy Land, but it can
also be a short journey much closer to home. Read about four
sites in the United States that offer unique and unexpected ways
to experience a religious pilgrimage—no passports required!
Two FTA tour operator members share their expertise on a
variety of faith travel topics, ranging from trends they see
and hot destinations for 2018 to why you should work with
a professional tour operator to plan your next religious trip.
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BIBLICAL SITES ON THE JORDAN TRAIL CHAPELS OF THE U.S. NATIONAL PARKS
The 400-mile Jordan Trail offers a unique opportunity to
combine adventure and faith travel. Not only can you hike
across the country’s various terrains, you can also visit sites
of biblical importance along the way.
ON THE COVER
Yosemite Valley Chapel
is one of many historical
chapels located in U.S.
national parks. Go to
page 14 to read more
about it, and five other
iconic park chapels.
Hidden among the mountains, deserts, forests and canyons
of the U.S. national parks are a collection of beautiful and
historical churches, each with its own unique architecture,
history and interesting facts.
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