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July 24 |
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6:00 PM
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112 5th Ave. S.
Edmonds, WA 98020
1-877-225-1994 |
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| Italian For Travelers |
Thursday Evenings from 6 to 8 pm
Starting July 24 to August 21, 2008
Just in time for your Fall trip to Italy!
Learn how to communicate in Italian in five easy and fun classes offered by Nicoletta Machiavelli, an Italian native. A great class to help you overcome language barriers. Nicoletta will cover ordering in restaurants, transportation, emergencies, directions, money questions, polite phrases and much more.
$85 for all five classes and materials. A small price considering how much more enjoyable your next trip will be by getting closer to the people and culture.
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| Packing Like a Savvy Traveler |
| Just in time for Fall travel departures we offer our most requested and popular seminar! Skillful packing is an art easily learned. Penny Todd is a seasoned traveler who will teach you how to pack a carry-on suitcase that can take you just about anywhere. She recently returned from a three-week trip with just carry-on luggage and she has taught thousands of travelers the skill of packing efficiently. She is constatly updating her class to include the newest security and safety requirements and medical information. She’ll share many valuable tips covering casual to dressy clothing and how to be prepared. You’ll arrive with more of the things you need, and less of the things you don’t—like wrinkles! Please RSVP, space is limited. $5.00 Fee. |
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| Greece 4 Real |
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August 23 |
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1:00 PM
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112 5th Ave. S.
Edmonds, WA 98020
1-877-225-1994 |
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| Greece: Athens & The Agean Islands |
| Santorini or Naxos, Ios or Athens? This class provides both first-time travelers and experienced globetrotters with the strategies and practical ideas needed to make a Greece dream vacation a reality. Learn the best formula for seeing the most out of your vacation time. Learn why Athens is just a hopping point for the real gems of Greece; this and more in this informative class. Presented by Rem Malloy from Greece 4 Real. |
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August 28 |
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6:00 PM
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112 5th Ave. S.
Edmonds, WA 98020
1-877-225-1994 |
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| French for Travelers |
| Thursday Evenings, 6 to 8 pm
August 28 to September 25, 2008
French for Travelers
Learn how to communicate in French when traveling. Learn basic French for Travelers in five easy and fun classes offered by Michelle Martin, a French native. Michelle has taught French to many travelers and her charming personality will help you overcome the language barriers.
Please join us as we’ll cover:
Transportation
Restaurant/Menu
Directions
Emergency and Money
and polite phrases
$85 for all five sessions--a small price considering how much more enjoyable your next trip will be by getting closer to the people and culture.
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| Africa: Top to Bottom |
| Plan your African safari of a lifetime to East Africa, Southern Africa or combine them both for a grand adventure vacation. Wildland Adventures’ African travel specialists will present different safari styles that match your interests, budget and style of travel through the great wildlife parks Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda in East Africa, and from Capetown to Victoria Falls throughout the six countries of Southern Africa including Botswana, Zambia, Namibia, South Africa, Malawi and Zimbabwe. Your African experience isn’t complete without meeting African people including native Maasai of Kenya and Tanzania, bushmen of the Kalahari, township visits in South Africa, or authentic encounters with other indigenous peoples. This two-part presentation will also feature a 20 minute movie by a Seattle filmmaker documenting the life-changing African journey of Wildland Adventures’ Seattle group with the Maasai in Kenya. |
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September 13 |
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10:00 AM
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112 5th Ave. S.
Edmonds, WA 98020
1-877-225-1994 |
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| Morocco |
| Morocco, presented by Emily Wilson and Cross Cultural Adventures.
Experience the intrigue and the timelessness of the charming Kingdom of Morocco. From Morocco’s loft Atlas Mountains to its Imperial cities of Fez, Rabat, Meknes and Marrakech, plus its thriving metropolitan Casablanca –you will get glimpses into the country’s most beautiful places, historic sights and the lives, homes and daily routines of the people of Morocco. Step back in time, as you visit the “Maghreb” land of the setting sun-Morocco, home of the Berbers! Colorful slide presentation for both the armchair traveler and the intrepid explorer.
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September 13 |
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1:00 PM
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112 5th Ave. S.
Edmonds, WA 98020
1-877-225-1994 |
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| Egypt & Jordan-Along Ancient Pathways |
Exploring Egypt is like visiting a “living” open air museum. Each day both ancient treasures and new adventures unfold before your eyes! Your travel itinerary walks “hand-in-hand” with history. Whether as an arm chair traveler or a potential traveler, Egypt presents the seeker with pyramids, tombs, museums and a realm of daily surprises from Alexandria to Cairo, and Abu Simbel to the Sinai. Glimpse into the immortal Phoronic, Muslim, Christian, Coptic and Judean cultures that have influenced this eternal civilization along the Nile for eons. Colorful slide presentation, followed by question and answer session, presented by Emily Wilson
Legendary Treasures of Jordan
Jordan has been a popular travel destination for more than 10,000 years! The Nabeatean civilizations once carved their dwellings into its red-rock stone cliffs, Greco-Roman cities lace the by-ways and Biblical sites abound in the countryside. The salt-enriched powers of the Dead Sea still call to tourists and travelers alike. As part of the Cradle of civilization, T. E. Lawrence, famously described the region as "vast, echoing and God-like." Don’t miss one of the most stunning desertscapes in the world! |
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| Patagonia and Beyond: Chile and Argentina |
| Patagonia is a vast wild land stretching from the Antarctic environment of Tierra del Fuego to high Andean mountains and wind-swept Patagonian steppe. Wildland Adventures’ South American Program Directors will feature wildlife natural history, hiking and trekking trips throughout this spectacular region of Chile and Argentina. Discover the best ways to explore Patagonia including , small ships, recommended lodges and ecocamps for hiking in the heart of Torres del Paine, Fitzroy and Los Glaciares National Parks as well as travel to Pumalin National Park, Iguazu Falls, the Lakes District, the Atacama Desert and the great cities of Buenos Aires and Santiago. |
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| Mexico's Copper Canyon |
| “Barranca del Cobre”, Copper Canyon, Mexico, the treasure of the Sierra Madre mountains is the most spectacular, extensive and remote canyon system in North America! Deeper and broader than the Grand Canyon, this rugged wilderness is home to the Tarahumaran indigenous people and a colorful Spanish frontier history. Explore this territory aboard the world famous Chihuahua al Pacifico from the coast to the frontier town of Creel. Absorbs the scenes of local orchards, fertile farmlands, century old haciendas, high desert mountain pueblos, white washed churches, towering canyon walls and distant cave dwellings. Stroll through the charming village of historic Batopilas located on the subtropical Canyon floor, once the richest town in Mexico. Join Sandra Braun, seasoned travel guide and founder of Adventure Associates, for a visual presentation to one of the most remote regions in North America. |
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| Escape to Bhutan, The Dragon Kingdom |
Cultural Trek, Multi-day Festivals, Monasteries and Dzongs
Join Sandra Braun, seasoned travel guide and founder of Adventure Associates, for a special slide presentation on one of the world's smallest and most extraordinary countries...the Dragon Kingdom of Bhutan, in the great Himalayas. Explore breathtaking countryside full of thick pine forests, raging wild rivers, and mosaics of rich cultivated fields. See crafted Bhutanese style farmhouses, traditional prayer flags, monasteries and fortress-like Dzongs. Imagine the sounds of dance rituals as they are performed in colorful traditional dress and masks. Sandy will also offer tips on when to travel, festival schedules, and trekking opportunities.
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| India |
| India is a vast and splendid land. Nowhere else is quite like it, and no traveler returns home unmoved. For first time travelers, family groups and veteran adventurers alike, Wildland offers travelers a helping hand, steering a path through India's spectacular labyrinth of sights and mysteries to bring out the wonders of the sub-continent. From the battlements of Agra's Red Fort, Rajasthan's opulent palaces and the Taj Mahal in the north, to the soaring Gopuram architecture, tropical Malabar backwaters and plantations of the Spice Hills in the south, India remains the 'great frontier' for those travelers that seek a land where magic is still real. We stay in Maharaja's palaces, home-stay on a Cardamom Spice Plantation, ride elephants and seek tigers in the southern jungles and across the spectacular landscape of Rajasthan. We visit Mysore, Ooty and Madras, explore Jaipur, Udaipur, Varanasi and Khajuraho, and visit Bangalore, Trichy, Madurai, Delhi and Cochin. India is not a destination a travel will ever forget. To quote Paul William Roberts, India is the "empire of the soul." |
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| Crooked Trails |
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October 4 |
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1:00 PM
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112 5th Ave. S.
Edmonds, WA 98020
1-877-225-1994 |
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| Volunteer Tourism |
Volunteering while touring is one of the fastest growing segments of the travel industry. Why?
Come find out at this interesting seminar put on by Christine Mackay founder of the local non-profit tourism organization- Crooked Trails. Crooked Trail offers programs to improve the cultural, ecological and economic conditions around the world by changing the way people travel. They work with indigenous communities to create cultural exchange and community development programs that enrich the lives travelers and the communities they visit. Chris will share her stories of volunteering around the world and give you plenty of advice about what to look for in your volunteer experience and why this kind of travel is so fulfilling.
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| The Wild Isthmus of Costa Rica and Panama |
| Home to an astonishing abundance of tropical flora and fauna, Costa Rica and Panama are a Mecca for nature travelers. Bordered by Caribbean and Pacific beaches, this land bridge between North and South America is filled with white-water rivers and waterfalls, tropical rain forests, active volcanoes, mountain cloud forests, coral reefs and indigenous cultures. Rare and exotic wildlife you can see include monkeys, sloth, sea turtles, caiman, poison arrow frogs, macaws and toucans, and colorful butterflies. The incredible diversity of flora and fauna, especially tropical birds, will amaze you on a trip through these varied ecosystems and landscapes. Join us to discover why Costa Rica and Panama have gained worldwide acclaim as premier nature destinations! |
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| MIR Corporation |
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October 11 |
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1:00 PM
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112 5th Ave. S.
Edmonds, WA 98020
1-877-225-1994 |
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| Wild Pamir Highway from Kyrgyzstan to Tajikistan |
| The Pamir Mountains of Tajikistan are some of the most rugged and beautiful on earth. Soaring upward at the meeting point of the Himalyas, the Tien Shan and the Hindu Kush ranges, the Pamirs include parts of modern-day Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Afghanistan and China. Dmitry Rudich of MIR Corporation recently returned from a 4wheel trip over the Pamir Highway, a breathtaking high-altitude route that has been in use since the time of the Silk Road. The road took him over two 14,000-foot passes and followed the Panj River along the Afghan border where, just beyond the rushing stream, Afghan villagers herd their goats and work their fields |
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| Eastern Europe and Croatia |
| Join veteran guide and Earthbound Expeditions founder Matthew Brumely for an exciting hour in Eastern Europe. In just one hour you'll discover the secrets of the Czech Republic, Poland, Slovakia, Slovenia, Hungary and Croatia. History, culture and useful travel tips will be shared as we travel from historic Prague to glorious Dubrovnik. |
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October 18 |
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1:00 PM
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112 5th Ave. S.
Edmonds, WA 98020
1-877-225-1994 |
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| How to teach English Abroad |
A guide for People who want to teach English overseas.
Caleb Powell has taught English in six countries over an eight year span, in Asia, the Middle East, and South America. He has worked legally and illegally (including being caught and booted out of a country), taught at public and private schools, volunteered, and has given private lessons. He knows the ins and outs of what to look for in a contract, and how to spot good deals versus shady situations. His presentation will include: what education you will need, how to find a job, what employers want, and how to survive, among other information and advice. |
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| Israel, Jordan and Syria |
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October 25 |
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1:00 PM
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112 5th Ave. S.
Edmonds, WA 98020
1-877-225-1994 |
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| Winter & Spring Europe Travel Tips |
| Planning your European trip for next year?
Which is a better location.. .France, Greece, Italy? This seminar will cover the plusses and minuses of different European destinations and give you an overall point to begin planning. Rem Malloy who has planned thousands of trips, will share his secrets on how to plan a successful and fun adventure.
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| Land of Maya: Belize and Guatemala |
| Guatemala and Belize is a land of discovery and adventure in an exciting milieu of natural and cultural environments. Journey through the Maya heartland among highland native villages to spectacular archaeological sites like Tikal and other ancient ruins buried in the jungle. Apart from the archaeological wonders and the variety and vitality of the indigenous cultures the physical beauty is stunning. We travel through a verdant landscape of rain forests, cloud forests, white-water rivers, volcanoes, lakes, caves with underground rivers, and the barrier reef of Belize. Exotic wildlife abounds including crocodiles, monkeys, iguanas, tapirs, butterflies, toucans, macaws, parrots and more. Journey away from crowded tourist sites to more remote and pristine villages, natural areas and ancient sites. |
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| Italy 4 Real |
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November 1 |
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1:00 PM
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112 5th Ave. S.
Edmonds, WA 98020
1-877-225-1994 |
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| Italy: Winter Travel Tips & Tricks |
| Deborah deMayo, founder of Italy 4 Real will explore Italy in the off season with the benefits of saving much money and avoiding the crowds. She’ll reveal the best places to go, how to travel, where to stay and many other secrets about her native Italy. Come prepared to ask questions. |
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| Discover China |
Presented by Dave Bruels, owner of Interlake China Tours, of Seattle.
Dave has traveled through China for the past 20 years and over 50 trips investigating and
checking each area planning custom tours for his clients. A photographer at heart, Dave brings back slides and photographs each season of the latest new areas he has visited throughout China. The Bamboo Sea National Park in Sichuan province as well as LiJiang and Lugu Lake, home of the Mosuo Kingdom and last Matriarchal Society in Asia are just a few of the places that will be featured this year in his presentation. The rice terraces at Longsheng near Guilin and the Tibetan people of Sichuan province will be another for those interested in beautiful remote scenery.
As an instructor at the University of Washington Experimental College, Bellevue and North Seattle Community Colleges on China Tourism, Dave will give you tips on travel to China whether you are already booked for a trip this year or planning on a trip to China in the future.
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| Italy 4 Real |
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November 8 |
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1:00 PM
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112 5th Ave. S.
Edmonds, WA 98020
1-877-225-1994 |
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| 2009 Italy Planning Ideas |
| Learn the best places to visit off the beaten track from the experts! Deborah de Mayo from Italy for Real will show you the best places to visit, share her travel secrets and give you a wealth of information on her home country. Come join us if you are planning your next vacation in Italy. |
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| Crooked Trails |
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November 15 |
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10:00 AM
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112 5th Ave. S.
Edmonds, WA 98020
1-877-225-1994 |
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| The Soul of Peru |
Peru offers the explorer, scientist and adventures alike the opportunity
to experience some of the most diverse landscapes and cultures in the
world. From the high Andes Mountains, to the dry Coastal Desert to the
lush Amazon Rainforest, we will travel to remote communities to explore
a variety of different natural and cultural landscapes. In this class
you will learn about new discoveries to visit, how to get away from the
tourist crowds and how to travel with a purpose by participating in
tourism that cares.
Tammy Leland is Co-founder and International Program Director for
Crooked Trails, a nonprofit travel company dedicated to helping people
broaden their understanding of the world and its people through
community development, education and responsible travel.
She has been traveling, living and working in Peru for 15 years and
spends about 6 months a year in Peru working with communities, leading
travel programs and exploring new areas.
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| Greece 4 Real |
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November 15 |
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1:00 PM
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112 5th Ave. S.
Edmonds, WA 98020
1-877-225-1994 |
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| 2009 Greece Planning Ideas |
| Planning your Greek Getaway –Greece is a beautiful country with a rich history. Come away with valuable information on how to make the best use of your time exploring the Greek mainland and islands. Rem Maloy from Greece for Real will share many great travel tips and beautiful pictures.
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| Brazil 4 Real |
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November 22 |
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10:00 AM
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112 5th Ave. S.
Edmonds, WA 98020
1-877-225-1994 |
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| Brazil |
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When it’s cold and wet in the Northwest, the Brazilin summer is in full swing. This seminar will focus on the Eastern coast of Brazil from Rio to Fortaleza onward to the mouth of the Amazon. General travel tips for Brazil and practical information on traveling Brazil’s coast will be the focus of the hour. Presented by Brazil 4 Real.
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| Mama Tembo Tours |
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November 22 |
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1:00 PM
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112 5th Ave. S.
Edmonds, WA 98020
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| Planning a Tanzanian Safari |
| Dreaming of a Tanzanian safari? There is much to consider.
Where should you go? Tanzania has northern, southern and western safari circuits.
How do you get off the beaten path? There are opportunities to get away from it all even on the popular northern circuit, if you know how.
When should you go? Wildlife patterns are related to weather.
Are you interested in a wildlife safari or one which balances wildlife and culture? Visitors often report the people they meet as a highlight of their safaris.
Safaris mean long hours in a vehicle: Would you prefer active safaris which incorporate days of easy walking or days of adventurous trekking?
What are the best lodges?
What is camping all about and is it safe?
What are the best vehicles for game viewing?
What kind of vaccinations do you need?
What should it cost?
How can solo travelers go on safari?
“Planning a Tanzanian safari” addresses these questions and more. With all the information to sort through and safari operators from which to choose, it helps to have informed advice from a former resident of Tanzania who has made over 110 safaris into the national parks and game reserves.
Bio:
Leslie Nevison has called seven countries home—Turkey, the Sultanate of Oman, Singapore (twice), Tanzania, Uzbekistan, Greece, and the Republic of Congo. She has traveled through another thirty countries and written over forty travel articles for publication. In 2005, she started Mama Tembo Tours, Tanzanian wildlife and cultural safaris which she designs and often leads herself.
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