If one had but a single glance to give the world, one should gaze

If one had but a single glance to give the world, one should gaze on Istanbul. – Alphonse de Lamartine

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I am traveling less in order to be able to write more. I select my travel destinations according to their degree of usefulness to my work. – Jose Saramago

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I enjoy the preparatory elements of travel – packing my bags and choosing my outfits – but my favourite part is getting there. – Dominic Monaghan

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