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With the world under siege from Mother
Nature, I thought it would be interesting to visit areas where her force and
majesty have created spectacular landmasses and scenery. Some of these
volcanic locations are "extinct," and some still active, so traveler —
beware and explore with caution.
Yellowstone's caldera, long quiet, could one
day change the western world just like Santorini reshaped Ancient History
and Mt Vesuvius preserved it. The Hawaiian and Pacific islands are still
growing due to underwater volcanic action while Iceland's unique "fire and
ice" landscape define the country.
All these vastly different locations are
covered in this month's articles. The Tour Hosts that lead these trips are
just a sample of the variety CulturalTravels.com offers. Relax and enjoy,
from the safety of your computer screen, the mystery and magic of this
wonderful world in which we live. Remembering always that we are the keepers
of the land, so be kind to Mother Nature and practice Sustainable Tourism in
all your journeys.
This
month's tour hosts review:
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American Museum of Natural History
Pick of
the Month |
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Location: Worldwide |
| Specialty:
Educator led trips and cruises |
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We Like Them: For over 135 years the American Museum of Natural
History has launched scientific expeditions across seven
continents.
AMNH Expeditions offers travelers the same sort of
adventure. With over 35 tours scheduled for 2007, whether
you experience their round the world private jet expedition
to history's "Lost Cities," a voyage in the Wake of Moors
and Mariners or a journey upon the Crimean Express by
Private Train, the trips offer exceptional itineraries,
lectures and an unparallel educational experience. |
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Article:
Yellowstone National Park is
a Volcano |
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Wild Card Adventures |
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Location: SE Asia, China, Mongolia and Bhutan |
| Specialty: Custom
designed theme tours |
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We Like Them: Crafting tours off the beaten path for couples or
groups, Scott Wild and his team make sure you see Asia from
their unique viewpoint. With a focus on local history, art
and culture, each trip is designed for the traveler's
specific interests. Whether you want to "go native" or first
class, Wild Card Adventures can guide you on the perfect
journey through this fascinating corner of the world. |
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Article:
Rim Shots |
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Ubiquity International, LLC |
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Location: Europe |
| Specialty:
Cultural, historic and educational travel |
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We Like Them: These small group tours are led by scholars and
educators in their respective fields and focus on providing
a deep understanding of the places and cultures visited.
Evening lectures insure the traveler gets a thorough
emersion in the destination and enhances understanding of
the culture and society. You can even earn educational
credit from Washington University. |
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Article:
Mt. Vesuvius -
The volcano that has intrigued for centuries |
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World Wise Ecotourism Network |
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Location: Eastern Russia |
| Specialty:
Cultural and ecotourism |
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We Like Them: For more than 15 years, World Wise Ecotourism
Network has been introducing travelers to the wonder and
majesty of Eastern Russia. Whether your interests are the
spectacular scenery, abundant wildlife or indigenous peoples
— from Siberia to Lake Baikal, they do it all. You'll need
to be ready to explore and open to new experiences as this
is the last great frontier. |
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Article:
Kamchatka and the
Kuril Islands, part of the Ring of Fire |
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Incomparable Itineraries |
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Location: Varies yearly |
| Specialty:
Small group tours and custom designed itineraries |
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We Like Them: Years of experience in the destinations they serve,
the travel planners of
Incomparable Itineraries can create a specially designed trip for
even the most demanding traveler. 2-3 small group trips per
year assure superb service. Italy, Costa Rica and a
Mediterranean cruise, are the 2007 offerings. |
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Article:
Costa Rica – Nature’s
Wonderland |
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S and S Tours |
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Location: Costa Rica and Mexico |
| Specialty:
Custom and small group learning tours |
| Why
We Like Them:
Sue Stilwell
loves sharing her enthusiasm with her clients. She makes
sure each trip is active and interesting, while assuring
sensitivity to the cultural and ecological uniqueness of the
areas visited. Sue passes her love of everything Mexican to
the traveler, and her years of experience in her home away
from home, insure each trip is a success. |
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