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Donna Janke

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Donna Janke is a writer based in Canada out of Winnipeg, Manitoba. She shares her travel discoveries on her blog, Destinations Detours and Dreams, using a combination of narrative, photography, and personal reflection, all with an eye for detail. Her interest in travel started as a child when books transported her around the world, and grew as she explored the world in person. Her life as a travel writer began after she retired from a professional career in IT. Donna loves discovering the unique character of places, near and far, and writing to inspire others in their travels. Her travel stories have been published in several outlets, and tend to focus on culture, history, nature, art, architecture, and food.

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A ride in Silver Dollar City.
Branson10 Fantastic Reasons To Visit Silver Dollar City In Branson, Missouri
Aerial views of Wells, England.
England8 Reasons To Fall In Love With Charming Wells, England
The Winchester Cathedral in Winchester, England.
EnglandHow To Spend An Amazing Day In Historic Winchester, England
A salmon on Vancouver Island during the Salmon Run.
Vancouver Island8 Tips For Experiencing The Salmon Run On Vancouver Island
Shops in Old Town San Diego.
San Diego10 Fantastic Experiences In Old Town San Diego
Aerial view of Tofino, Canada.
Road TripsGorgeous Vancouver Island Road Trip: Victoria To Tofino
The London Eye along the banks of the River Thames.
London11 Must-See London Landmarks Along The River Thames
Vancouver IslandBeautiful Victoria, BC Day Trip: A Visit To Cowichan Valley
EnglandEngland’s New Forest District: 8 Reasons To Visit
CaliforniaAvenue Of The Giants: The Best Way To Experience California’s Majestic Redwoods
PanamaWhat To Expect At Carnaval In Panama
LondonThe Best Free Things To Do In London