In Jerusalem, a religious center of three major faiths, we see those who are visibly moved by the holy sites, as well others with the confused interest of trying to secure the perfect pseudo-artifact souvenir.

In Florence, cradle of the Renaissance, we watch curious tourists in long lines patiently awaiting their glimpse of Boticelli's Birth of Venus, while outside, in the many open-air markets, others eagerly await their chance to find the leather bargains of their dreams.

Lastly we arrive in Las Vegas, the city where entertainment has become culture and miracles are of a completely different sort. This town is bursting with spectators enjoying its ability to replicate the physical icons of global travel: the Eiffel Tower, the Canals of Venice, and the Statue of Liberty, to name a few. As one tourist happily exclaims, "I'm never going to Paris…so I think it's worth it to see it here."

Holi-days suggests that the transformation we seek can be as profound as a religious epiphany, as superficial as a successful shopping spree, or as life changing as winning the big jackpot. We are subtly reminded that if and when we journey to seek change, we should be sure to remember to pack our sense of humor.