Saturday, February 27, 2010

Portland's All Classical and host Sharon Johnson to head to Chile, Argentina & Uruguay this Fall

The time is ripe! Sign up now to join Portland's All Classical enthusiasts and All Classical Vice President Sharon Johnson on a culturally rich two week journey to Chile and Argentina orchestrated by Earthbound Expeditions. En route from Santiago to Buenos Aires, you’ll sip velvety smooth wines in the Maipo Valley, visit the seaside home of Pablo Neruda, discover stunning Patagonia and stand in awe of the glaciers of Moreno. In addition, you’ll be treated to an evening Tango performance and enjoy a concert in Argentina’s newly restored opera house, the Teatro Colon. Private tours of world-class museums, outings to colorful markets Patagonia and music all blends to perfection. Don’t miss out on this one of a kind journey to Chile and Argentina with All Classical FM.

WHAT MAKES THIS ADVENTURE UNIQUE
Santiago’s colorful covered fish market
Guided walks through Santiago’s museums and neighborhoods
Excursions to Pablo Neruda’s home in Valparaiso
Enjoy wine tastings in the Maipo and Casablanca wine regions of Chile
Tickets to the Santiago Philharmonic (TBA)
Three nights in Patagonia, Chile
The towering glaciers of El Calafate, Argentina Tickets to the newly restored Teatro Colon opera house, Buenos Aires
A passionate Tango performance
Ferry across the Rio de la Plata to Colonia, Uruguay
The lively San Telmo open air market, Buenos Aires
A walking tour highlighting the life of Evita Peron
A post-tour option to Iguazu Falls, Argentina
A wonderful group of All Classical travel companions!

Join All Classical and Earthbound Expeditions for this 13 night/14 day adventure. You will not regret participating in this majestic itinerary! Visit www.earthboundexpeditions.com for more information.

Happy traveling,

Matthew Brumley
Founder
Earthbound Expeditions
800-723-8454

Friday, February 26, 2010

KDFC Chopin Birthday Tour with Hoyt Smith Sold Out

As of today (Feb. 26, 2010) the May small group journey to Poland (Warsaw and Krakow) and Prague with Hoyt Smith and KDFC is officially sold out.

Note, Earthbound's Chopin tour to Poland with Portland's All Classical FM this May is also sold out.

However, there is some good news for those looking to walk in Chopin's footsteps this spring. The KING FM 98.1 Chopin trip still has available 5 spaces. So hurry and make your reservation today if you wish to travel to Chopin's birthplace in celebration of Chopin's 200th birthday in May with KING FM and Earthbound Expeditions.

For informationa and reservations please visit us online at: www.EarthboundExpeditions.com

Wednesday, February 24, 2010

Costa Rica for Families and Private Groups

Costa Rica for families
Costa Rica for private groups


Join Earthbound Expeditions for an eleven-day adventure through a jungle paradise! Come to 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 view 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 Central America.

JOURNEY OVERVIEW

2 Nights San Jose (first and last night)
2 Nights Arenal Volcano and Hot Springs
2 Nights Monteverde Cloud Forest
2 Nights El Rincon de la Vieja
2 Nights Pacific Beach

EXPEDITION HIGHLIGHTS

Orientation walk of capital city of San Jose
A private tour of the National Museum
Coffee plantation visit
Walk through Poas National Park to Poas Volcano
Arenal Volcano
Jungle hike to a waterfall
Hot Springs of Arenal
Cloud Forest of Monteverde
Hummingbird Gallery
Skywalk through jungle canopy
Butterfly Garden
Float trip on Corobici River
Rincon de la Vieja volcano
Horseback ride into the forest
Starlit stroll on Pacific Beach
Toucans, monkeys, iguanas and sloths!

IT'S INCLUDED

An expert Earthbound Expeditions guide/naturalist
Then nights of accommodation in comfortable cabins & lodges (All rooms with private bath)
All breakfasts and fifteen additional multi-course meals featuring regional specialties
Transportation from arrival to departure on board a spacious mini bus
Complimentary airport transfers in Costa Rica if arriving the day the tour begins
Entrances to all activities listed in the journey highlights section above
Gratuities for your guide and driver
Fun introductory language lessons offered by your guide
Complimentary refreshments
Alumni discounts applied to all future trips with Earthbound Expeditions
A fun small group of soon to be friends!

Come experience the land of Pura Vida with us! We'd love to share it with you. Visit www.earthboundexpeditions.com for more information.

Happy traveling!
Matthew Brumley, founder
Earthbound Expeditions
1-800-723-8454

Monday, February 22, 2010

Experience Sicily and the Very Best of Southern Italy

Have you ever dreamed of getting into the heart of Southern Italy? Where you will be embraced like family by every person you meet? Where the culinary indulgences will make you scream Mamma Mia! Travel with Earthbound Expeditions this fall on our 12 day journey, September 27 - October 8, 2010 and find out what the magic is about!

Plato had it right when he boasted of the abundance of this ancient land, for Sicily and southern Italy are stunning regions whose extravagance has been famous since antiquity. On this fantastic journey you’ll discover Sicily’s quaint hill towns, rub elbows with the locals in colorful markets and experience first-hand the glories of the ancient Greek and Roman civilizations. Earthbound's Sizzling Sicily journey is timed perfectly so that you'll beat the crowds and the heat. If you love spicy pasta, strolling through ancient ruins and relaxing in colorful seaside villages, this expedition is for you!

JOURNEY OVERVIEW

3 Nights Amalfi Coast
2 Nights Matera
3 Nights Taormina and Towering Mt. Etna
1 Nights Agrigento
2 Nights Palermo, Sicily’s Colorful Capital

EXPEDITION HIGHLIGHTS

Ancient Pompeii - Naples’ stunning Archeological museum
The glistening Amalfi Coast & The white-washed village of Positano
A day trip to Amalfi and Ravello
The beehive UNESCO Trulli dwellings of Puglia
The cave-like UNESCO Sassi dwellings of Matera made famous in the Passion of the Christ
Excursions to the magnificent Greek temples of Agrigento and Selinunte
Bronze 5th century BC Riace warriors
Taormina and her ancient Greek theater
An expedition to Mount Etna accompanied by a wine tasting
The Roman mosaics of the Villa Casale
Sicily's towering hill towns
Palermo's colorful outdoor markets
The Byzantine/Norman mosaics of Monreale, Sicily's grandest monastery
Historic walks with local guides
An interesting small group of like-minded travelers.

IT'S INCLUDED

A savvy Earthbound Expeditions guide.
Eleven nights of accommodation in charming hotels, historic inns and country lodges (all rooms with private bath).
All breakfasts and eleven additional multi-course meals featuring regional specialties.
Transportation throughout by air-conditioned mini-bus.
An excursion to towering Mount Etna.
Entrances to cathedrals, Greek temples, museums and other special events listed in your itinerary.
Historic walks with knowledgeable local guides.
Gratuities for guides and driver (tips for room service & porters is not included).
Complimentary wine and cheese gatherings.
A special wine tasting with a producer.
Fun, introductory Italian lessons offered by your guide.
Regional and city maps and a reading and video list.
Alumni appreciation discounts applied toward future Expeditions.

Intrigued? Get more details at www.earthboundexpeditions.com. We'd love to travel with you!

Happy traveling,
Matthew Brumley, owner
Earthbound Expeditions

Thursday, February 18, 2010

Visit the Jewels of the Adriatic this Fall

Jewels of the Adriatic
Slovenia, Croatia, Bosnia & Montenegro
September 26- October 9, 2010

Experience the Jewels of the Adriatic with Earthbound Expeditions!

Slovenia, Croatia, Bosnia and Montenegro are called the Jewels of the Adriatic for a reason...travel with Earthbound Expeditions this fall to discover why! Visit sleepy Slovenia with its towering Julian Alps and mountain lakes which will be the vibrant springboard for your journey down the coast of Croatia. Experience the villages of the Adriatic, and stroll in the old town of Stari Grad in Dubrovnik with its marble-paved squares and steep cobbled streets. Cross over suspended wooden footbridges on the cascading turquoise lakes of Plitvice National Park and wander through an incredibly well preserved Roman palace in Split. Designed with the true wayfarer in mind, this expedition is perfect for those travelers who love stunning natural beauty, colorful seaside villages and historic, off-the-beaten-path medieval treasures.

EXPEDITION HIGHLIGHTS

The stunning scenery of Lake Bled & the Julian Alps
Opportunities for an alpine hike or bike ride
A guided stroll through Ljubljana, Split & Dubrovnik
A wine tasting with local producer
The colorful seaside village of Šibenik
Two nights in the elegant 19th resort town of Opatija
Plitvice National Park with its stunning lakes and waterfalls
Croatia's glistening coastline
The Roman ruins of Solana and Diocletian's Palace in Split
Island hopping in Dalmatia
Village outings on Hvar
A small boat cruise through the archipelago of Hvar
A day in magnificent Montenegro
A small group of soon- to-be-friends.

IT'S INCLUDED

A savvy Earthbound Expeditions program director.
Thirteen nights of accommodation in charming inns and historic hotels
(all with private bath).
Wine tasting with a producer in Croatia.
Historic walks with intriguing local guides.
Museum, palace and park entrances.
All breakfasts and thirteen additional meals (two-thirds of all meals).
Private motor coach transport from Lake Bled to Dubrovnik.
Ferry transport in the Dalmatian islands.
Fun language lessons given en route.
Gratuities for local guides, drivers and your group leader.
Trip highlights as listed in your itinerary.
A reading list and video list.
A small, fun group of soon to be friends!
Alumni appreciation discounts applied toward future Earthbound Expeditions.

For more information, please visit www.earthboundexpeditions.com.

We hope you will join us to experience the Jewels of the Adriatic at a wonderful time of year with Earthbound Expeditions!

Happy Traveling!
Matthew Brumley
Founder
Earthbound Expeditions

Monday, February 8, 2010

Happy 200th Birthday Chopin

Chopin's 200th Birthday

Just a quick note to let you know that if you intend on joining Earthbound Expeditions classical music partners (Seattle's KING FM, or Portland's All Classcial FM or San Francisco's classical KDFC) you better hurry! There are only a few spaces still available on this once in a life time classical music journey to Warsaw, Krakow, Prague and Paris.

Highlights include:

EXPEDITION HIGHLIGHTS
Five included classical concerts:
Two special Chopin concerts in Warsaw
An evening dinner concert in Krakow featuring traditional Klezmer music
Two tickets to the 65th annual Prague Spring Music Festival
A private insider's tour of the Warsaw ghetto
Three magical nights each in Warsaw, Krakow and Prague
Walks and lectures led by local experts in the historic city centers of each city visited
A thought-provoking tour of Auschwitz
A small group of classical music friends!


IT'S INCLUDED
Fully guided by an expert Earthbound Expeditions program manager
All breakfasts and ten additional multi-course meals (two thirds of all meals)
Ten nights of accommodation in charming, centrally located 4 star hotels
Fascinating city walking tours in each city visited with expert local guides
All entrances to museums, castles, cathedrals and palaces as listed
An evening dinner concert in Krakow featuring traditional Jewish Klezmer music
Classical concerts highlighting the works of Chopin, Mozart, Dvorak, Smetana and Beethoven
All transportation from Warsaw to Prague by private deluxe air-conditioned motor coach
Gratuities for your driver, local guides and Earthbound Expeditions program manager
Alumni discounts applied toward future journeys
Regional and city maps
Fun introductory language lessons given en route by your guide
A small fun group of fellow music enthusiasts!

Currently, Earthbound Expeditions is offering three unique departures. May 8, with Seattle's King FM, May 12, with Portland's All Classical and May 14 with Hoyt Smith and KDFC of San Francisco.

We hope you will join us for what promises to be the ultimate classical music journey.

For more information, please visit us at: www.earthboundexpeditions.com

Happy traveling,

Matthew Brumley
Founder
Earthbound Expeditions