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February 11 |
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6:00 PM
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112 5th Ave. S.
Edmonds, WA 98020
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| Italian For Travelers |
| Thursday Evenings from 6 to 8 pm
Starting February 11 to March 11, 2010
Just in time for your Spring 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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| Crooked Trails |
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February 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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| The Soul of Peru |
| Travel with a Purpose
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 seminar
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.
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| France 4 Real |
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February 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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| France: Brittany & Normandy |
| Learn the details of one of best areas of France. Learn why Brittany is the hidden jewel of France and learn that Normandy has lovely places to visit along with the famous WWII sights. Rem Malloy from France 4 Real will explore the different areas to visit and share the best times to travel. |
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| Totem Travel |
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February 20 |
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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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| South Pacific Islands |
| Tahiti, Fiji, Bora Bora, Likuliku… even the names are exotic!
Explore the islands of the South Pacific and discover dazzling white sand beaches and sparkling, turquoise water filled with colorful fish and vibrant corals. Reach into an ancient culture with firewalkers, meke dancers and ancient kava ceremonies. Rev up the adrenaline with shark dives, ziplining, surfing and world class deep sea fishing. Or chill out in a hammock strung between two palm trees… it’s all part of the South Pacific experience!
Known for years as a honeymoon and luxury travel destination, the South Pacific has become surprisingly affordable and was recently rated by Forbes as one of the top value destinations for U.S. travelers. Join Linda Martindell, owner of Totem Travel and certified Tahiti and Fiji Specialist for an armchair tour of some of the most beautiful and exotic islands in the world.
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| Italy 4 Real |
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February 20 |
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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: Top 10 New Sightseeing Spots |
| Join Italy 4 Real for an update on some of the newest sightseeing venues in Italy. Learn about a new 3D tour of rome, the best free sightseeing in Venice and More! |
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| Andes, Amazon and the Galapagos Islands |
| Discover the possibilities for exploration and personal discovery to the diverse lands of the Andes, the Amazon, and the Galapagos Islands of Peru and Ecuador. Venture beyond places and facts to experience the simple rhythms of daily life, the mystical and sublime, traveling by a multitude of means that fit your style and budget. Trek the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu and see the new lodge-to-lodge Machu Picchu hike, venture by land over the Andes then by dugout canoe through the Amazon into the most biologically diverse rain forests on Earth of Manu National Park, and voyage by small yacht through the Galapagos Islands. This exciting program presented by South American experts at Wildland Adventures features exciting video excerpts of a jaguar sighting, tapir at night, the flamboyant Andean Cock-of-the-Rock and the Mountain Lodges Machu Picchu Trek! |
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| Italy 4 Real |
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February 27 |
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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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| Best Routes for a 2-week Trip to Italy |
| Join Italy 4 Real for a route planning session which will highlight the most efficient and fun route for a two week trip to Italy. This class will focus on the best route, hidden gems and the newest sightseeing venues in Italy. |
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| Packing like a Savvy Traveler |
| Just in time for Spring 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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| Ethiopia: Land of Legend and History |
| Ethiopia is perched high on the Horn of Africa-a highland plateau north of Kenya. In this isolated corner of the continent, hemmed in on three sides by mountains, a deeply distinctive society has evolved; its customs, languages, dress and social structure unique, and the history of its religion one of the world's great unknown stories. Ethiopia is one of the oldest Christian nations on earth; its Judaic rituals pre-dating Roman Christianity. Bestowed with all the charm, mystery and fascination adventurers seek, Ethiopia offers a rich history and vibrant modern culture, and the beauty of its many lakes, rivers and mountain peaks and, for the traveler the sense of serenity that comes of visiting an inspiring destination not inundated with other travelers. Explore the subterranean churches of Lalibela and observe chanting priests and praying pilgrims. Wander amidst Axum's towering stelae; what is the significance of this once great kingdom? The mystery is great, the views are stupendous, and the people wonderfully welcoming and warm. Join inveterate traveler and British historian, Adrian Chalker of Wildland Adventures, who will also share excerpts of his journey to visit project sites of the United Nations Population Activities Fund providing assistance for health, education and family support for women and children of Ethiopia. |
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| Itlay 4 Real |
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March 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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| Italy-South of Rome |
| Join Italy 4 Real as we explore the country from Rome south. This class will focus on some hidden Gems of the Amalfi Coast as well as the major and minor parts of Sicily. |
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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 the always entertaining and meaningful speaker 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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| Greece 4 Real |
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March 20 |
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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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| Planning your 2010 Trip to Greece |
| 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
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 for Real.
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| Turkey: A Crossroads of Civilizations |
| Wildland Adventures takes you from the modern age and into the ancient past discovering authentic travel opportunities in Turkey on routes used by ancient silk and spice traders between Europe and the Far East. Turkey was a land coveted by many conquerors, each successive empire leaving its mark on the culture, folklore and way of life of today's Turkish people. While twenty-first century Turkey has become a modern, secular and western-oriented republic, the grandeur of Asia Minor predominates over contemporary influences, especially outside the sphere of the hustle and bustle of resorts and hotels. Kurt Kutay, President of Wildland Adventures and of Turkish heritage himself, shares ideas and itineraries for small groups and private trips for individuals and families he can arrange to classic ruins and villages in the hinterlands where you experience the living history of Turkey surviving through old customs, gracious hospitality and exquisite cuisine. Discover why Turkey continues to rate among the best travel experiences by veteran travelers. |
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| Imprint Tours |
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March 27 |
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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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| India, Incredible India! |
| “India, incredible India” proclaims the international add for Indian tourism. For once the destination equals the hyperbole. Incredible, captivating, seductive, extraordinary, mystical, enchanting – the experience of India outstrips any attempt of description. It is an intricate tapestry of amazing sounds, sights, colors, smells, mysticism, beauty, culture, and history. Come join Reid Coen of Imprint Tours on a virtual tour of northern India featuring the Mughal sights of Delhi, the holy city of Varanasi, the splendid temples of Khajuraho, the Golden Temple of Amritsar, the Taj Mahal, and the cities, forts, temples, palaces and desert of colorful Rajasthan. |
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| China Highlights |
| Dave Bruels of Interlake China Tours in Seattle has just returned from his 50th trip to China doing research on China Tourism for the past 20 years. This year's program will be on the exciting historical Muslim area of Xinjiang province in the far north-west part of China on the Afghanistan and Pakistan boarders just south of
Mongolia. During the program slides will be shown on the Tibetan area of
Shangrila on the eastern Tibet and Sichuan province boarder area as well as other interesting places in China. Dave visited the very remote Jiuzhaigou National Park with its tall mountains, turquoise colored lakes and streams being kept pristine since its discovery in 1975.
As a preview to Dave's presentation on China you may want to read his blog that he writes each week on the many areas of China opening up to tourism. Bring your questions and inquiries about China which Dave will be glad to answer.
Blog: www.interlakechinatours.blogspot.com
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April 10 |
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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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| Discover Sicily from West to East |
| Come on an enticing journey of discovery to the ancient island of Sicily, also known as “the world’s island” for its intricate and multilayered history. I will tell you about the abundance of its culinary traditions, wines, flavors and scents of street markets. You will be fascinated by the description of hilltop towns with vistas on the blue Mediterranean sea and Greek temples in a sea of oregano and fennel; people making pecorino cheese and others making chocolate; the taste of excellent wines and delicious foods.
Ultimately I will try to convey the strong soul of this island, to which, as a poet says, one can only arrive”by air or by sea”...
Nicoletta Machiavelli was born and raised in Florence, Italy, and has lived in Seattle since 1988. She is the owner and operator of V.I.A.V.I. Vita, Aventura, Viaggi (Life, Adventures, Travel). She is a translator and a teacher of the Italian language and Italian cooking, with a passion for sharing her knowledge of the authentic Italy.
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| Discover Bhutan, a Himalayan Kingdom |
| Presented by Beth Whitman, author of the Wanderlust and Lipstick guides for women travelers.
Bhutan is an emerging destination for adventurous travelers. With a rich cultural history steeped in Buddhism and a society that bases its lifestyle on Gross National Happiness, it is on the edge of major change as more foreign travelers visit this tiny Kingdom. Beth will share her experiences and provide tips and details on visiting this gem in the Himalayas.
Wanderlust and Lipstick offers several tours to Bhutan each year, including both women-only and co-ed cultural tours, trekking trips and photography tours led by a professional photographer.
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| Discover India |
| Presented by Beth Whitman, author of Wanderlust and Lipstick: For Women Traveling to India.
India promises both great rewards and challenges for visitors, whether traveling solo, as a group, as a student or for business. Beth considers India the most culturally rich and diverse countries she’s ever visited and will offer words of wisdom for those considering a journey to the subcontinent. She’ll provide practical advice on understanding the culture, information on staying safe, recommendations on dealing with the immense poverty and suggestions on where to stay and how to get around.
Wanderlust and Lipstick features women-only tours to India and offers consultation for customized journeys for women, men and families.
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| Art Wolfe |
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April 24 |
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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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| Art Wolfe-Travels to the Edge |
| "Art Wolfe's photographs are a superb evocation of some of the most breathtaking spectacles in the world." - Sir David Attenborough
Over the course of his 30-year career, Art Wolfe has worked on every continent and in hundreds of locations. His stunning images interpret and record the world's fast-disappearing wildlife, landscapes, and native cultures, and act as a lasting inspiration to those who seek to preserve the very subjects recorded in Art's images. His photographs are recognized throughout the world for their mastery of color, composition and perspective.
Art's Photographic Mission:
Art's photographic mission is multi-faceted. His vision and passionate wildlife advocacy affirm his dedication to his work. By employing artistic and journalistic styles, he documents his subjects and educates the viewer. His unique approach to nature photography is based on his training in the arts and his love of the environment. Hailed by William Conway, former president of the Wildlife Conservation Society, as "the most prolific and sensitive recorder of a rapidly vanishing natural world," Art has taken an estimated one million images in his lifetime and has released over sixty books.
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| Thailand and Cambodia |
| Similar in culture but distinct in history and personality, Thailand and Cambodia are fun and fascinating destinations, either together or separately.
Known as the Land of Smiles, Thailand is an ideal destination for both the savvy traveler and the new passport-holder. It offers something for everyone!
• Spectacular sandy beaches and vibrant coral reefs.
• The excitement of the big city and the serenity of rural life.
• The endless cheerfulness and rich culture of the Thai people.
• Opportunities for adventure.
• Incredible food.
• Magical temples, both modern and ancient.
You don’t have to choose -- you can see it all!
Only 30 years ago, Cambodia was torn by civil war. Today, Cambodia's wounds are healing and it is a safe and spectacular country, gracious host to over 2 million visitors a year. We will introduce you to the lost civilization of Angkor, the highlight of Cambodia and explore some of Angkor's 1000 temples, including Angkor Thom, Bayon, Bantey Srei, Boeng Maelea, and of course, Angkor Wat – known as the largest single religious monument in the world. We will also delve deeper into Khmer culture with a visit to Phnom Penh and it's monuments and museums, colonial history and modern development.
Join Karen Hogue and Wonderful World Journeys as we explore what draws people from all over to world to these exotic tropical nations. Karen will share her intimate knowledge of the countries and the cultures, and provide the kind of insider advice that will make your visit to Thailand and Cambodia even more special. Learn where to go and how to get there, who can help you and how you can help yourself. Karen will help you plan the trip of a lifetime – to a place you will remember forever.
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| Go the Second Mile-Meaningful Travel |
| Until recently, volunteering abroad had much more to do with activism than with tourism. Now, one can find a combination of both activism and tourism through numerous travel organizations.
Join Leigh Buchan, co-founder of Go the Second Mile, a meaningful travel organization, as she outlines the progress of Volunteer Travel, offering clues to consider in selecting organizations to serve with, as well as cultural awareness necessary for a successful trip abroad.
Second Mile advocates for children, women and families in the world who are victims of poverty and injustice. By partnering with in-country NGO’s, communities and individuals tackling these complex issues we are jointly able to determine where we can be most effective. We believe that injustice and poverty can be overcome by working together.
Come hear stories of travel as far as Africa, Tibet, and Costa Rica working with the local communities to realize a meaningful opportunity to give back to the marginalized. See how you can bring yourself, your resources, your time and your talents to interact with those from the developing nations in unique and meaningful ways.
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| Packing Like a Savvy Traveler |
| Just in time for Summer 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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| Climbing Mt. Kilimanjaro and East African Safaris |
| Featuring expert Maasai mountain guide, Kambona Mollel
Join us for a special presentation with senior climbing and walking safari guide, Kambona Ole Tirra Mollel, who will be speaking about walking safaris in the Serengeti and summiting Mt. Kilimanjaro-the "Roof of Africa"-something he has done over 100 times. A native Maasai, Kambona was raised on the Tanzanian savannah where he gained a deep knowledge of the natural world and has since worked as a master safari guide. He is trilingual and speaks fluent Maa, Kiswahili and English. From Kenya and Tanzania to Uganda and Rwanda, Wildland Adventures' Africa specialists will also wildlife safari possibilities in East Africa viewing diverse habitats and native cultures in National Parks, gorilla trekking and hiking with Maasai warriors, and more. A range of accommodations from different styles of camps to distinctive safari lodges and boutique beach hotels will be presented at this exciting and informative presentation.
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| SEE Turtels |
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May 22 |
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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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| Protecting Sea Turtles Through Conservation Travel |
| Sea turtles are one of nature’s most charismatic and curious animals. Though scientists have studied them for decades, many questions remain about both their natural history and imperiled future. This presentation will explore key sea turtle habitats in Baja Mexico, Costa Rica, and Trinidad & Tobago and describe ways that travelers can participate in turtle conservation efforts. From volunteer programs to ecotours and school field trips, SEE Turtles offers ways for travelers to directly support local conservation efforts in beautiful locations.
Speaker Brad Nahill is Director & Co-Founder of SEE Turtles, a conservation project with the aim of inspiring people to visit sea turtle conservation projects around the world. He has spent the last decade working to protect sea turtles through nesting beach conservation, education, fundraising, and ecotourism.
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August 28 |
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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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| Colorful India |
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