Dear Friends,
It has been a slower year than some, but we have really enjoyed the relaxed pace. We have had some great adventures and look forward to many more.
Whale Watching in Baja California
continues to be absolutely spectacular, safe, and comfortable. The whales never cease to amaze! We never get tired of the incredible drive north, learning about boojum trees, exotic cave paintings, and the wonderful wine country of the Guadalupe Valley with roots that reach back hundreds of years.Our trip to Guatemala is always an adventure. The magic of Lake Atitlan and the colorful highland cultures keep us in awe. The spectacle of ancient temples in the rain forest of Tikal is always a thrilling experience. Especially as the archaeologists continue to unravel the story - and we work with some of the best.
We continue to pick and choose our destinations in Mexico, limiting our trips to those places we feel are both safe and comfortable for our travelers. We are planning to return to Oaxaca in January for another cultural extravaganza. We will be working again with leading archaeologist Robert Markens to offer what many think is the best program available, of course, including a visit to many of the lovely small villages with their talented artists.
Our trip to Panama has stirred up a lot of interest, and we are planning another trip this coming season.
Brand new on the agenda-we are in the planning stages for two new trips. First, we are off to Tahiti in October to investigate possibilities for a cultural tour of Tahiti and nearby islands of the South Pacific. We will try to focus on history, modern peoples and cultures, and natural history of the Society Islands. We will tie in the opportunity to sail amongst some of the islands by charter sail boat, exploring ancient archaeological sites, modern villages, snorkeling, and spectacular island scenery. Let us know if you are interested–we are probably looking at late 2012 or perhaps 2013.
We are also considering the idea of exploring southern India, a country with a fascinating history, awesome wildlife, a bustling modern culture, and incredible scenery. We'll let you know as plans develop, and please let us know if you think you might be interested. Marshall has a particular interest in southern India with family ties going back into the 1800's. Stories of villages in the jungle, ancient temples, tigers, crocodiles, and elephants were all part of the family lore. This trip will be scheduled in 2013 as well.
Again, let us know if you are interested in either of these new adventures!
Looking forward to traveling with you soon!
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