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jonathanvanbilsen.bsky.social @jonathanvanbilsen.bsky.social · 16h
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jonathanvanbilsen.bsky.social @jonathanvanbilsen.bsky.social · 17h
The photosNtravel October newsletter is now available, featuring historic Port Perry information, an interview with Matt Ferguson and many great travel destinations. photosntravel.com/so/54Q3Nws_n... #jonathanvanbilsen #travel, #wanderlust, #travelphotography, #explore, #instatravel
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A Newsletter for travellers who like to take photos - October 2026
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jonathanvanbilsen.bsky.social @jonathanvanbilsen.bsky.social · 20h
Moldova is home to the world’s largest wine collection, with more than 1.5 million-plus bottles of wine. It was amazing! #jonathanvanbilsen #travel, #wanderlust, #travelphotography, #explore, #instatravel
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jonathanvanbilsen.bsky.social @jonathanvanbilsen.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Annie's Origin of Words and Phrases "His Name is Mud" #etymology, #wordorigins, #linguistics, #languagehistory, #wordnerd
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jonathanvanbilsen.bsky.social @jonathanvanbilsen.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
IMAGES FROM THE BOOK: One of Canada's most recognizable images is picturesque Lake Louise, photographed from Chateau Lake Louise. #jonathanvanbilsen #travel, #wanderlust, #travelphotography, #explore, #instatravel
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jonathanvanbilsen.bsky.social @jonathanvanbilsen.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
DAYS GONE BY: Back in the day, Queen Street looked quite different. #PortPerry, #Scugog, #HistoricOntario, #LakeScugog, #OntarioHeritagey #jonathanvanbilsen #Scugog
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jonathanvanbilsen.bsky.social @jonathanvanbilsen.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Annie's Origin of Words and Phrases "Paint the Town Red" #etymology, #wordorigins, #linguistics, #languagehistory, #wordnerd
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jonathanvanbilsen.bsky.social @jonathanvanbilsen.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
TEN SECOND TRAVEL: I spent 3 weeks in Sri Lanka and fell in love with the beauty of this hidden gem. #jonathanvanbilsen #travel, #wanderlust, #travelphotography, #explore, #instatravel
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jonathanvanbilsen.bsky.social @jonathanvanbilsen.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
IMAGES FROM THE BOOK: I found the temples on Korea's Jeju Island to be spectacular. #jonathanvanbilsen #travel, #wanderlust, #travelphotography, #explore, #instatravel
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jonathanvanbilsen.bsky.social @jonathanvanbilsen.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
DAYS GONE BY: A motor launch takes a cruise on Lake Scugog in 1914 #PortPerry, #Scugog, #HistoricOntario, #LakeScugog, #OntarioHeritagey #jonathanvanbilsen #Scugog
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jonathanvanbilsen.bsky.social @jonathanvanbilsen.bsky.social · 20/09/2026
My 'Not Part of the Plan' article in the Standard Newspaper talks about two friends who were in the wrong place at the wrong time. Click the Pic to read it: www.photosntravel.com/not-part-of-... #jonathanvanbilsen #travel, #wanderlust, #travelphotography, #explore, #instatravel
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jonathanvanbilsen.bsky.social @jonathanvanbilsen.bsky.social · 19/09/2026
Annie's Origin of Words and Phrases "Mad as a Hatter" #etymology, #wordorigins, #linguistics, #languagehistory, #wordnerd
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jonathanvanbilsen.bsky.social @jonathanvanbilsen.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
My Story Behind the Person in this month's Focus Magazine is about a remarkable journey. Click the pic to read the article. www.photosntravel.com/thestorybehi... #PortPerryPodcasts, #JonathanVanBilsenShow, #PortPerryTales, #VanBilsenChats, #PortPerryPerspectives, #PortPerryBusiness, #ScugogStories
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Matt Ferguson's Remarkable Journey A New Heart, A New Beginning: The Story Behind the Person
Jonathan van Bilsen explores the story behind Matt Ferguson's Remarkable Journey in this edition of his The Story Behind the Person series. Originally published by the Standard Media Group.
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jonathanvanbilsen.bsky.social @jonathanvanbilsen.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
10 SECOND TRAVEL: My visit to Kotor, Montenegro was a fantastic experience. #jonathanvanbilsen #travel, #wanderlust, #travelphotography, #explore, #instatravel
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jonathanvanbilsen.bsky.social @jonathanvanbilsen.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Annie's Origin of Words and Phrases "Straight From the Horse's Mouth" #etymology, #wordorigins, #linguistics, #languagehistory, #wordnerd
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jonathanvanbilsen.bsky.social @jonathanvanbilsen.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
IMAGES FROM THE BOOK: Floating along the Ganges at 6:30 in the morning in Varanasi was an experience I will never forget. #jonathanvanbilsen #travel, #wanderlust, #travelphotography, #explore, #instatravel
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jonathanvanbilsen.bsky.social @jonathanvanbilsen.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
DAYS GONE BY: Standing in front of 168 Queen Street in 1887 looked very different from what it does today #PortPerry, #Scugog, #HistoricOntario, #LakeScugog, #OntarioHeritagey #jonathanvanbilsen #Scugog
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jonathanvanbilsen.bsky.social @jonathanvanbilsen.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
DAYS GONE BY: Have you ever wondered where Joe Fowler Park in Port Perry received its name? Click the link to read the article, reprinted from this month's Focus Magazine. www.photosntravel.com/days-gone-by... #PortPerry, #Scugog, #HistoricOntario, #LakeScugog, #OntarioHeritagey #jonathanvanbilsen
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jonathanvanbilsen.bsky.social @jonathanvanbilsen.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
TEN SECOND TRAVEL: Another of my favourite places to visit. #jonathanvanbilsen #travel, #wanderlust, #travelphotography, #explore, #instatravel
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jonathanvanbilsen.bsky.social @jonathanvanbilsen.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
Annie's Origin of Words or Phrases "Break the Ice" #etymology, #wordorigins, #linguistics, #languagehistory, #wordnerd
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jonathanvanbilsen.bsky.social @jonathanvanbilsen.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
IMAGES FROM THE BOOK: I loved my visit to Alaska, especially the interior, where I discovered Bridal Veil Falls. #jonathanvanbilsen #travel, #wanderlust, #travelphotography, #explore, #instatravel
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jonathanvanbilsen.bsky.social @jonathanvanbilsen.bsky.social · 07/09/2026
DAYS GONE BY: The southwest corner of Manchester (Hwy 7/12 and Durham 21) did not always look as it does today. #PortPerry, #Scugog, #HistoricOntario, #LakeScugog, #OntarioHeritagey #jonathanvanbilsen #Scugog
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jonathanvanbilsen.bsky.social @jonathanvanbilsen.bsky.social · 06/09/2026
Annie's Origin of Words and Phrases "Tarmac" #etymology, #wordorigins, #linguistics, #languagehistory, #wordnerd
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jonathanvanbilsen.bsky.social @jonathanvanbilsen.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
My travel column in the current issue of Focus Magazine is about my recent visit to majestic Salisbury Cathedral in England. Click the pic to read it. www.photosntravel.com/travelnews/s...
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Salisbury Cathedral: Seven Centuries of Beauty
Join Jonathan van Bilsen and his stories as he travels the world. Originally published in Focus Magazine.
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jonathanvanbilsen.bsky.social @jonathanvanbilsen.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
Annie's Origin of Words and Phrases "Dead as a Door Nail" #etymology, #wordorigins, #linguistics, #languagehistory, #wordnerd
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jonathanvanbilsen.bsky.social @jonathanvanbilsen.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
TEN SECOND TRAVEL: My recent visit to Burford in the Cotswolds was an amazing experience #jonathanvanbilsen #travel, #wanderlust, #travelphotography, #explore, #instatravel
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jonathanvanbilsen.bsky.social @jonathanvanbilsen.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
Annie's Origin of Words and Phrases "It's All Greek to Me" #etymology, #wordorigins, #linguistics, #languagehistory, #wordnerd
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jonathanvanbilsen.bsky.social @jonathanvanbilsen.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
IMAGES FROM THE BOOK: No matter how many photographs you see of ancient wonders, nothing compares to standing before them in person. Such was the case with Chichén Itzá in Mexico, where the sheer scale, history and mystery of this remarkable Mayan city left me in awe. #jonathanvanbilsen #travel,
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jonathanvanbilsen.bsky.social @jonathanvanbilsen.bsky.social · 31/08/2026
DAYS GONE BY: The Ontario Carriage Works building has been many things in its past, including a liquor store and now the Old Flame Brewing Co. #PortPerry, #Scugog, #HistoricOntario, #LakeScugog, #OntarioHeritagey #jonathanvanbilsen #Scugog
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jonathanvanbilsen.bsky.social @jonathanvanbilsen.bsky.social · 28/08/2026
TEN SECOND TRAVEL: One of the most beautiful cities in the Southern Hemisphere, picturesque Queenstown sits amid the spectacular scenery of New Zealand’s South Island. With breathtaking views around every corner, my visit was truly inspiring. #jonathanvanbilsen, #wanderlust, #explore, #instatravel
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jonathanvanbilsen.bsky.social @jonathanvanbilsen.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
Annie's Origin of Words and Phrases "Bob's Your Uncle" #etymology, #wordorigins, #linguistics, #languagehistory, #wordnerd
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jonathanvanbilsen.bsky.social @jonathanvanbilsen.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
Join me for a visit to England's West Country #jonathanvanbilsen #travel, #wanderlust, #travelphotography, #explore, #instatravel
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jonathanvanbilsen.bsky.social @jonathanvanbilsen.bsky.social · 25/08/2026
IMAGE FROM THE BOOK: The Finnish city of Porvoo, about two hours from Helsinki, is a spectacular hidden gem, with charming old streets, colourful waterfront buildings and plenty of character. #jonathanvanbilsen #travel, #wanderlust, #travelphotography, #explore, #instatravel
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jonathanvanbilsen.bsky.social @jonathanvanbilsen.bsky.social · 24/08/2026
The Willard Block, built in 1885 at the corner of Queen and Perry Streets in Port Perry, was once a grocery store. Today it is home to the Royal Bank. #PortPerry, #Scugog, #HistoricOntario, #LakeScugog, #OntarioHeritagey #jonathanvanbilsen #Scugog
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jonathanvanbilsen.bsky.social @jonathanvanbilsen.bsky.social · 22/08/2026
Annie's Origin of Words and Phrases "Add Insult to Injury" #etymology, #wordorigins, #linguistics, #languagehistory, #wordnerd
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jonathanvanbilsen.bsky.social @jonathanvanbilsen.bsky.social · 21/08/2026
This month's 'Not Part of the Plan' article in the Standard Newspaper features my great connection with Dr. Google. Click the pic to read the article: www.photosntravel.com/not-part-of-... #jonathanvanbilsen #travel, #wanderlust, #travelphotography, #explore, #instatravel
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jonathanvanbilsen.bsky.social @jonathanvanbilsen.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
TEN SECOND TRAVEL: My visit to Cheonjeyeon Waterfalls on Korea’s Jeju Island was unforgettable. #jonathanvanbilsen #travel, #wanderlust, #travelphotography, #explore, #instatravel
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jonathanvanbilsen.bsky.social @jonathanvanbilsen.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
Annie's Origin of Words and Phrases "Ace Up His Sleeve' #etymology, #wordorigins, #linguistics, #languagehistory, #wordnerd
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jonathanvanbilsen.bsky.social @jonathanvanbilsen.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
This month's 'Story Behind The Person' article in Focus Magazine features Erin Auld, the owner of Jester’s Court in Port Perry. Click the pic to read it. www.photosntravel.com/thestorybehi... #PortPerryPodcasts, #JonathanVanBilsenShow, #PortPerryTales, #PortPerryPerspectives, #StoryBehindThePeople
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Erin Auld From Biochemistry to Jester's Court: The Story Behind the Person
Jonathan van Bilsen explores the story behind Erin Auld in this edition of his The Story Behind the Person series. Originally published by the Standard Media Group.
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jonathanvanbilsen.bsky.social @jonathanvanbilsen.bsky.social · 18/08/2026
IMAGES FROM THE BOOK: Rio de Janeiro is one of my favourite cities. The beaches, the mountains and the people make it spectacular. #jonathanvanbilsen #travel, #wanderlust, #travelphotography, #explore, #instatravel
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jonathanvanbilsen.bsky.social @jonathanvanbilsen.bsky.social · 17/08/2026
DAYS GONE BY: Back in the day, fishing on Lake Scugog was just as much fun as it is today. #PortPerry, #Scugog, #HistoricOntario, #LakeScugog, #OntarioHeritagey #jonathanvanbilsen #Scugog
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jonathanvanbilsen.bsky.social @jonathanvanbilsen.bsky.social · 16/08/2026
Annie's Origin of Words and Phrases "According to Hoyle" #etymology, #wordorigins, #linguistics, #languagehistory, #wordnerd
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jonathanvanbilsen.bsky.social @jonathanvanbilsen.bsky.social · 14/08/2026
My Days Gone By article in this month's Focus Magazine features 250 Queen Street, a building where businesses have been serving the community for more than 140 years. www.photosntravel.com/days-gone-by... #PortPerry, #Scugog, #HistoricOntario, #LakeScugog, #OntarioHeritagey #jonathanvanbilsen
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jonathanvanbilsen.bsky.social @jonathanvanbilsen.bsky.social · 13/08/2026
Annie's Origin of Words and Phrases "Bite the Bullet" #etymology, #wordorigins, #linguistics, #languagehistory, #wordnerd
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jonathanvanbilsen.bsky.social @jonathanvanbilsen.bsky.social · 13/08/2026
TEN SECOND TRAVEL: I had a fantastic time visiting the Mediterranean Island of Malta #jonathanvanbilsen #travel, #wanderlust, #travelphotography, #explore, #instatravel
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jonathanvanbilsen.bsky.social @jonathanvanbilsen.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
IMAGES FROM THE BOOK: One of my favourite cities to visit and explore is the historic Belgian town of Brugge (also known as Bruges... if you're French) #jonathanvanbilsen #travel, #wanderlust, #travelphotography, #explore, #instatravel
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jonathanvanbilsen.bsky.social @jonathanvanbilsen.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
DAYS GONE BY: The Regatta in Caesarea first began in 1930 and has become a tradition in Scugog. #PortPerry, #Scugog, #HistoricOntario, #LakeScugog, #OntarioHeritagey #jonathanvanbilsen #Scugog
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jonathanvanbilsen.bsky.social @jonathanvanbilsen.bsky.social · 07/08/2026
Annie's Origin of Words and Phrases "Apple of My Eye" #etymology, #wordorigins, #linguistics, #languagehistory, #wordnerd
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jonathanvanbilsen.bsky.social @jonathanvanbilsen.bsky.social · 07/08/2026
My travel article in this month's Focus Magazine takes us to England's West Country. Click below to read it online. www.photosntravel.com/travelnews/e... #travelnotes, #travelwriter, #travelblogging, #travelstoriesdaily, #exploremore #jonathanvanbilsen
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Escape to the Country
Join Jonathan van Bilsen and his stories as he travels the world. Originally published in Focus Magazine.
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jonathanvanbilsen.bsky.social @jonathanvanbilsen.bsky.social · 06/08/2026
During my last visit to Lithuania's capital of Vilnius, it reconfirmed the beauty of this vibrant city. #jonathanvanbilsen #travel, #wanderlust, #travelphotography, #explore, #instatravel
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