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Kindness despite hardship — Iraq

Kindness despite hardship — Iraq

Experience the warmth of Erbil, Iraq through my journey: local kindness, unforgettable kebabs and a taxi ride that felt like home.
James Merriman
James Merriman | Published on 04 Oct 2025
A Toast in Pyongyang

A Toast in Pyongyang

A personal travel memoir of Pyongyang: cultural rituals, unexpected cuisine, solemn sites and human moments on a fascinating visit to the DPRK.
James Merriman
James Merriman | Published on 14 Sep 2025