(First of two parts)

Traveler’s diarrhea is nobody’s favorite topic — until they have it.

There is solid data showing a fair chance of having your digestive system act up when you travel. This may range from mild discomfort to severe illness impacting your journey — and even prematurely terminating the trip. This could include belly aches, cramps, diarrhea, nausea or vomiting. Some travelers, on the other hand, get constipated. (I have had patients state they wish they had that...

I guess I’m a dinosaur. Though I now have a digital camera, I’m more comfortable with my old Nikon and slide film recording Moreen’s and my travels. Yes, these slides are the basis of my ITN articles, but, more so, they are our memories.

When screening slides for my Termessos, Turkey, article (Jan. ’07, pg. 102), one flashed on the screen that immediately brought back wonderful memories of another ancient village, Diocaesarea, better known now by its Turkish name, Uzuncaburç.

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by Janet Denninger

Thanks to all of you readers who contacted me to let me know you like this column and to share your photographic questions. I do enjoy hearing from you and helping you to make your photos better. What I am learning from you is we all face the same challenges.

• A small, wise investment! Many of us stretch our budgets to buy the best camera for our purposes, then go out and drop it on a marble temple floor (personal experience). Most often this either breaks...