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Mission

NOT A TRAVEL GUIDE PASSIONFRUIT is a forum where women can share journey tales and discuss global issues. This magazine is for women who recognize that a journey is more than a vacation; it is an opportunity to challenge our beliefs and expand our minds.

RAISING CONSCIOUSNESS As travelers seek new world experiences, they invariably have an impact on the people and places they visit. At its best, travel brings cultural understanding between peoples and helps affirm our common humanity. We therefore want to encourage a consciousness among travelers that fosters respect and goodwill. We also hope PASSIONFRUIT will instill a reverence for our planet's ecological diversity and encourage us to think about the potential environmental consequences of travel.

BY WOMEN FOR WOMEN Although each woman has unique views, we share a perspective that enriches the dialogue shaping our world. We also believe women can encourage one another to push beyond societal barriers and self-imposed limitations. Traveling down a new path starts us on an internal journey that follows our external movement. For women, this voyage can lead toward greater independence and self-confidence. PASSIONFRUIT cherishes this self-discovery as one of the great benefits of travel.

A COMFORTABLE SPACE While PASSIONFRUIT may serve to inspire new journeys, it aspires to be a destination as well. We hope this journal will be treasured not only by those who travel, but also by anyone who loves to read thought-provoking, life-affirming stories.

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