Catholic Travel Guide 2008

Published: April 19, 2008

Calling vacation time a "gift of God" Pope Benedict XVI shared these thoughts as he prepared for his own July 2007 getaway. "I hope everyone -- especially those who feel a greater need -- can take a bit of vacation to fortify their physical and spiritual energies and recover a healthy contact with nature."

This special section features resources and tips for travelers as well as those planning spiritual journeys.

Click on a headline below to read selected stories from the special 2008 Catholic Travel Guide section which appeared in the April 19, 2008, issue of Arkansas Catholic.

Taking a "Journey of Faith"
Bob and Penny Lord explain how religious pilgrimages build faith

Flying is his business
Charter airplane pilot shares joys, pitfalls of being his own boss

Want to take a spiritual journey?
Parishes, groups are offering a variety of pilgrimages in 2008

Looking for a travel guide?
Active Parishioner.com lists Catholic travel books for sites around the world

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