To Russia, Sweden and Norway — Around the world in 500 days

Thomas and Kaitlin Gertz stand in Red Square in front of St. Basil's Cathedral in Moscow, Russia. The couple are traveling the globe, visiting 50 countries in 500 days. They recently toured Russia and Scandinavia. Read more about their travels online at www.nctimes.com/travel/. <br><small><B>Photo Courtesy of Thomas and Kaitlin Gertz</B></small> <br> <hr width="250">