It's not everyday that you get to frolic with elephants and gods. Let me remind you that God supposedly sent Adam to Sri Lanka after his expulsion from heaven, as it was close to what he had left behind. After this visit, I have no reason to doubt this, as Sri Lanka truly is a paradise on earth and I was happy to get a taste of it. A pineapple and coconut shack we found while going to Kandy "Guess what! Change of plans! We are going to … [Read more...]
The Best Travel Book I Read in 2010
This list compiled by Scott Lackey, Sanctuare Lola Akinmade, @lolaakinmade: The Shadow of the Sun by Ryszard Kapuscinski Best Travel Writing compiled by Traveler's Tales 2010 Marco Polo Didn't Go There by Rolf Potts Catherine Amorose The Lost Girls: 3 Friends. 4 Continents. One Unconventional Detour Around the World by Jennifer Baggett, Holly Corbett, Amanda Pressner Ellen Barone, @ellenbarone: Lost Angel Walkabout … [Read more...]
Past Meets High-Tech Present in San Luis Obispo’s New Historical Tour Podcast
90-Minute Multimedia Walking Tour Explores Rich Roots of 'Happiest' USA Destination SAN LUIS OBISPO, CA (January 03, 2011) -- People around the world recently learned of San Luis Obispo, CA thanks to its new, highly publicized designations as the 'Happiest Place in the US' (Thrive, National Geographic: 2010) and one of the top ten "Best Places to Retire" (Wall Street Journal, October 2010); but the idyllic destination, perfectly poised halfway … [Read more...]
Sport Chalet to Collect Coats for Clothes4Souls
Customers are invited to donate their gently worn winter coats and in return Sport Chalet will give them a special offer on any new winter coat Nashville, TN - November 16, 2010 - Coming alongside their nationwide drives to collect shoes, Soles4Souls announced in early 2010 the launch of their new charitable division Clothes4Souls. Due to the success of the recent Sport Chalet shoe drives the two companies are partnering again to launch a new … [Read more...]
The No Baggage Challenge
SCOTTEVEST's multi-pocket travel clothing replaces all bags on this record-setting around-the-world trip New York, NY - AUGUST 19, 2010 - Around the world in 42 days ... with no bags? Travel author Rolf Potts says he can pull off this record-setting feat, thanks to SCOTTEVEST Travel Clothing (SeV). SeV is known for clever clothing designs, patented features and multiple, purpose-driven pockets developed to save travelers time and money. The … [Read more...]
World Nomads Travel Photography Contest
Winning Photographer Gets One Week in Bhutan Plus Photography Equipment In WorldNomads.com Scholarship Competition Open through Oct. 17, 2010 SYDNEY, Australia, Aug. 3, 2010 WorldNomads.com, National Geographic Channel and JoJo's Adventures Bhutan are offering a budding photographer the chance to go on assignment with renowned National Geographic on-assignment wildlife photographer, Jason Edwards, to the Kingdom of Bhutan. In addition to … [Read more...]
South African Tourism Reveals Adventure Ambassador
July, 2010 - After an intense two month search for the US's next great adventurer, South African Tourism has today unveiled the face of its Adventure campaign - Ben Lewis, a 42 year old from Olympia, Washington, who will join six others from around the world on a once-in-a-lifetime adventure odyssey to South Africa. Since May this year, South African Tourism, in conjunction with National Geographic Channel, has been looking for outdoor-types … [Read more...]
WEBTV TRAVEL SHOW TAKES ON THE HEAT OF AN ITALIAN SUMMER
New York City June 9, 2010 - Jet Set Zero, the first online high-definition travel docu-series is taking its seventh season where no budget traveler thought they could go before Italy in the height of the summer tourist season. Staying true to the Jet Set Zero philosophy, the cast of Season 7: Italy will leave life as they know it behind to move to a foreign country, find local jobs and housing and immerse themselves in the culture. Previous … [Read more...]
Relief Riders International’s New Mission: Dental Surgery for Thousands in Need
(June 3, 2010) Great Barrington, MA-- After six years of successful "relief rides" into the remote desert villages of southern Rajasthan-and the provision of eye surgery, medical care, livestock, and school supplies to thousands of villagers in need-Relief Riders International (RRI) has embarked on a new mission to aid the rural inhabitants of the austerely beautiful Thar Desert: the dispensation of dental care. As part of its relief ride … [Read more...]
Photography Tour to Bhutan with Former National Geographic Photographer, Natalie Fobes
Seattle - For immediate release - Experience Bhutan with former National Geographic photographer and Pulitzer Prize finalist Natalie Fobes on an unforgettable tour in September, 2010. This 12-day tour is designed to take full advantage of photographing during harvest times (chili peppers and wheat) and cultural festivals (tsechus) while enjoying the Himalayas through explorations on foot and by car along the country's one main road. There will … [Read more...]
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