Wednesday, November 25, 2009

Earthbound Expeditions: South Africa on Sale!



Earthbound Expeditions: South Africa on Sale!

Earthbound Expeditions, small group travel is excited to announce that selected journeys to South Africa will be on sale through 2010.

Guests of two or more can choose their own departure date and enjoy the services of a private Earthbound guide throughout their journey.

Trip Itinerary:
1 Overnight flight to Cape Town, South Africa via Johannesburg
5 Nights Cape Town
2 Nights Bakubung Bush Lodge
1 Overnight return flight to the USA
6 Nights post tour extension to Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe and Chobe National Park, Botswana

Price per person range from $2900 to $3500 and includes roundtrip air from Washington DC or New York.

Included:
Cape of Good Hope, meeting place of the Indian & the Atlantic Oceans
Cape Town's colorful waterfront and gondola ride up to Table Mountain
A tour of Nelson Mandela’s prison at Robben Island
Spectacular vineyard covered valleys
Bakubung Bush Lodge where you will view wild lions, giraffes, rhinos, elephants and buffalo
Candlelight dinner in the outback
Game-drives in open 4x4 safari vehicles with Swazi trackers
International flights: New York or Washington/Johannesburg/New York or Washington
South Africa domestic flights: Johannesburg/Cape Town/Johannesburg
Road transfers: Johannesburg Airport/Bakubung/Johannesburg Airport
Accommodations in four and five star hotels.
Meals as specified
Transportation in luxury air-conditioned vehicles including qualified drivers
Sight-seeing as per itinerary led by qualified English-speaking guides
Entrance fees for sightseeing as indicated
Game drives as specified
Hotel & Airport porterage
Earthbound Expeditions Representative Meet and Greet upon arrival

For a complete itinerary please visit: www.EarthboundExpeditions.com

We look forward to traveling with you!

Matthew Brumley
Founder
Earthbound Expeditions

Costa Rica: Central America's #1 destination

Join us for a twelve-day adventure through a jungle paradise! Come to Costa Rica--a land that boasts more species of butterflies than the whole of the continent of Africa! You'll enjoy the friendly "Ticos," famous for their warmth and hospitality and their fresh, delicious food. Imagine walking through lush jungles, strolling along the shores of starlit beaches and viewing an abundance of exotic wildlife from a bridge that gently suspends you in the mist of the Cloud Forest canopy. Sultry breezes, silly monkeys and colorful birds await you in this jungle paradise of Costa Rica, Central America. For more information, visit our website at
www.earthboundexpeditions.com

Monday, November 23, 2009

Seattle Times Columnist Nancy Leson Travels To Paris

Seattle Times Columnist Nancy Leson Travels To Paris

Seattle Times Columnist and KPLU “Food for Thought” host will be traveling to Paris in April of 2010 with a small group of food and wine lovers.

Nancy Leson will be searching for the best baguette, finest cheese and top chocolates. In addition, guests of KPLU and Nancy Leson will spend a morning at the Cordon Bleu, a day in Champagne and an afternoon in Monet’s springtime gardens.

It’s springtime in Paris with Seattle Times Columnist and KPLU “Food for Thought” host! Don’t miss out on this tasty tour to Paris in April. For more information visit www.earthboundexpeditions.com or email KPLU's Brent Mason bmason@kplu.org or telephone KPLU at 253-535-7758

Wednesday, November 18, 2009

KPLU's Nancy Leson Travels to Paris


Ooh là là, it’s April in Paris!

Since the 16th century, France has been the established epicenter of the culinary world. Now you can be a part of it with Seattle Times Food columnist and KPLU “Food for Thought” host Nancy Leson on “A Culinary Adventure to Paris.” On this one-week gourmet escape, you’ll sample many of the culinary delicacies whose roots are deeply embedded in French culture and history. Join Nancy in tasting the most magnificent pastries, bread, chocolates, cheeses and wines that Paris has to offer. Enjoy fine multi-course bistro dining, visit bustling produce markets and enjoy a private cooking class at the world famous Cordon Bleu! You’ll be treated to gourmet-focused guided walks of Parisian neighborhoods. In addition you will discover the historic wine cellars of Champagne and experience the colors of Monet’s vibrant spring gardens at Giverny.

For more information visit www.earthboundexpeditions.com or contact KPLU's Brent Mason at bmason@kplu.org or telephone KPLU at 253-535-7758

Friday, November 13, 2009

Seattle Times Food Writer & KPLU host Nancy Leson Goes to Paris!

Join Seattle Times Food Writer and KPLU “Food for Thought” host Nancy Leson as she travels to Paris in search of the best baguette, chocolate and cheese. Visit bustling markets, dine in charming bistros and enjoy a private cooking class at the world famous Cordon Bleu! In addition, you’ll be treated to excursions to Champagne and Monet’s springtime gardens. Don’t miss out on this culinary adventure to Paris with Nancy Leson and the Cordon Bleu. Ooh là là, it’s April in Paris!To learn more, visit www.earthboundexpeditions.com or email bmason@kplu.org.

Saturday, November 7, 2009

Happy Birthday Chopin

Happy Birthday Chopin

The whole of Poland is rolling out the red carpet for Chopin’s 200th birthday in 2010. Special events and an opening of a newly renovated Chopin museum in Warsaw are planned.

In honor of the great Polish (and French) maestro Earthbound has created the ultimate small group tour to Poland, Prague and Paris. Accompanied by Bryan Lowe of KING FM (Seattle), Jack Allen of All Classical FM (Portland) and Hoyut Smith of classical KDFC(San Francisco) guests will visit the very places where Chopin loved, lived and worked.

This small group travel experience includes three nights in Warsaw, three nights in Krakow, one night in Olomouc and three nights in Prague. A special post tour extension to Paris is also in the works. In France we’ll retrace Chopin’s life by visiting the cafés, salons and apartments where Chopin spent his time.

Don’t miss out on this small group tour with Earthbound Expeditions. Information can be found at www.EarthboundExpeditions.com

We hope to see you in Poland in 2010!

Happy travels,

Matthew Brumley
Founder
Earthbound Expeditions USA

Tuesday, November 3, 2009

Tour Israel with Yaacov Bergman of the Portland Chamber Orchestra

Tour Israel with Yaacov Bergman of the Portland Chamber Orchestra

Visit Israel with Earthbound Expeditions as we take a group of travelers to see Yaacov Bergman, of the Portland Chamber Orchestra, conduct the Israel Kibbutz Orchestra. On this journey, guests will attend two additional musical events and enjoy an in-depth exploration of the sights and sounds of Israel. Along with Israeli guide Hava Reshef, you’ll explore the towering fortress of Masada, the ancient Roman port of Cesarea Maritima and old Jerusalem and the caves of Qumran. Private lectures and tours have been arranged exclusively for our guests. Call now as space is limited to just 24 travelers on this Journey to Israel with Yaacov Bergman. Or, reserve your space on this small group tour at www.EarthboundExpeditions.com