Comments on: BNT’s Next Chapter: Goodbye Ian, Welcome Julie

By: N. Chrystine Olson

N. Chrystine Olson — Thu, 25 Dec 2008 06:10:44 +0000

I've gotta get onlone more often..but now that my roof won't collapse from 4 feet ( a little over a meter) snow accumulation ,I'll chime in before the nest snow storm hits this weekend.

Seems all is well in hand with two highly competient women in the driver's seat. But Ian….make certain to give us the promised dose of Western Canadian smart ass perspective every so often.

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By: geotraveler

geotraveler — Thu, 25 Dec 2008 05:21:48 +0000

Hey Ian. Like someone already mentioned, you were way ahead of the game with BNT. So glad you're still part of the Matador team. Please don't go anywhere!

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By: VagabonderZ

VagabonderZ — Mon, 22 Dec 2008 06:33:20 +0000

Ditto to all the above. Matador has been my home for the past several months and, if I do end up following a path to writing on a more substantial level, it will be because of BNT! It's really inspired me and helped me to find my voice. All the best…

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By: Marilyn Terrell

Marilyn Terrell — Fri, 19 Dec 2008 12:13:55 +0000

Damn you Ian, sometimes I avoid this site just because there's too much thought-provoking material on it and I'm afraid I'll be sucked in– you can't just skim Brave New Traveler. Thanks for starting BNT and for putting so much quality time and effort into it. I've especially enjoyed your travel as lifestyle stories. Good luck in your future adventures! And thanks, Julie, for being game enough to keep this wonderful site going.

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By: ianmack

ianmack — Fri, 19 Dec 2008 07:45:51 +0000

Thanks, Marilyn! Keep reading!

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By: Henri

Henri — Thu, 18 Dec 2008 05:11:17 +0000

Thanks so much for starting BNT, it's been a great addition to the travel web sites. It is probably a good idea to step away now, before the venture gets too big or too weird, although at present I have to admit that I enjoy this site (BNT) very much. Good luck with what ever you decide to do.

Henri

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By: Carl Parkes

Carl Parkes — Wed, 17 Dec 2008 12:30:12 +0000

Ian, When I first did my world trip in 1979 there was no one and no where to talk about the greater importance of travel, and how it affected me. Now, thanks to your website and many others, people can talk about how travel impacts their lives and how they live. This is a great blessing. Many thanks to you and good luck with your future ventures. Carl.

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By: Angela

Angela — Wed, 17 Dec 2008 09:49:47 +0000

It was lovely working with you, Ian. Good luck for everything!

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By: Julie

Julie — Wed, 17 Dec 2008 07:39:31 +0000

Ian & Tim- Thanks for the vote of confidence. I look forward to hearing from readers and writers, and am really thrilled to read all your comments and know what BNT already means to you. I also wanted to mention that Eva Holland, Matador's special managing editor, will be assisting with BNT as well. We're looking forward to continuing the traditions of thoughtful, insightful essay writing that Ian and Tim have established on this blog within the Matador network.

Peace,
Julie

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By: DHarbecke

DHarbecke — Wed, 17 Dec 2008 03:11:48 +0000

OK, seriously – hats off to you. You were ahead of the game when you started this site, and you couldn't leave it in better hands. Good luck with your other projects, and I can't thank you enough for this one. It'll be strange without you at the helm, but as long as you're not a stranger!

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