Comments on: Photo Gallery: The Journey of a Lifetime

By: Julie Johnson

Julie Johnson — Mon, 24 Oct 2011 11:38:38 +0000

I watched the documentary when it first came on television and loved it. Now, I show bits of it in my college humanities classes when we talk about this the time in which Marco Polo lived. I encourage students to use it as a springboard into their final projects. I love to travel, and have enjoyed many trips over the years to Australia, New Zealand, Ukraine, and elsewhere. But, most of my students have never traveled outside of the U.S., or, if they have, it has been while stationed abroad in the military. Students are fascinated to hear about this journey. It sets them dreaming about their own journeys and that, to me, is just what college classes should do! Thanks for adding immeasurably to my life and to the lives of my students!

By: Robert Johnson

Robert Johnson — Fri, 30 Sep 2011 17:16:17 +0000

This past Summer I had the pleasure of meeting Mr. Francis O’Donnell at the Houston International Festival. I watched the film and quite honestly was blown away by this amazing project and achievement that was completed. Few humans have EVER traveled like this and even fewer in the 20th century. Also the book “In the Footsteps of Marco Polo” is exceptionally well written and laid out gorgeously with amazing pictures. I bought five copies for myself and to give out as gifts for Christmas! Thank you Francis and Denis for your amazing story!

By: Maria Gallo

Maria Gallo — Mon, 22 Aug 2011 02:09:39 +0000

I happened to be coming home from China on a Air Canada Flight and this documentary about Marco Polo was listed.. I knew of his name but not all that he did. All I can say is “WOW” What an interesting video. I came home and told my husband and kids how interesting it was and I’m hoping I can view it on line with my husband and kids so they can see it as well. I give you both a lot of credit for doing all that you did.

The photos you have here are amazing and I second what one of your fan’s said “Pictures can be beautiful because they are high quality or because they tell a good story. The really magnificent photos are the ones that do both”

By: Francis ODonnell

Francis ODonnell — Tue, 12 Jul 2011 15:01:07 +0000

Dear Vince , Thank you so very much , Everyone always asked us why we would do something this crazy and who would care anyway ? But we always knew there were people like you out there who care about history , the world and the people and events that populate both ! Thats not to mention adventure and just the pure joy of traveling ! If you contact me I’ll make sure you get a copy of our film , not ” Yet ” for sale to the public ! And make sure to take the time to read our book of the same name …… As much as I love the film , you know what they say ? The Book is always better ……….. and when your not busy watching or reading ” In the footsteps …… get out there and travel yourself and bring us along as we did Marco , your friend Francis

By: Vince F

Vince F — Tue, 05 Jul 2011 17:23:02 +0000

i lost count of how many times I watched the show. Think I saw it about 6X on TV, and about the same on line. Incredible..

By: Darci

Darci — Sat, 03 Apr 2010 22:08:09 +0000

There is such love in all these pics

By: Seemeen Kamran

Seemeen Kamran — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 01:40:39 +0000

Great photographs. My favorite one is where Denis and Francis have the famed Khyber Pass in the background. I spent many years of my life in this area and it brings me back some wonderful memories every time I watch the documentary and the photo gallery. I met Denis at the Celebration of Teaching and Learning.I bet that famous cap goes everywhere with him. Happy Travels to Denis and Francis.

By: Jennifer

Jennifer — Fri, 26 Feb 2010 21:47:01 +0000

This was such a wonderful and enlightening journey, I think everyone should see this and could take something from it . . .cheers all. I watched this with my nine year old son and he too loved this and even agreed to go with me to these places someday!

By: Wilee

Wilee — Fri, 26 Feb 2010 09:27:31 +0000

I wish that you would have the picture of you guys with Marco Polo will , on your photo book.

Also I did add you to wikipedia

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marco_Polo#Histortic

By: Margaret

Margaret — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 02:45:45 +0000

The most inspiring documentary I have seen, It has touched my soul and a part of me has been aroused. I only dream of such adventure and would I be as brave as the two of you. Thank you for taking me with you Mararet