A Southern Italy & Sicily Tour for Food, Wine & History Lovers

September 27 - October 8, 2010

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 magical journey with Earthbound Expeditions you will 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 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!

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.

TERMS, PRICES, DATES, and RESERVATIONS

Length: 12 Days/11 Nights
Price: $3,475 (18 to 22 participants)
Price: $3,695 (13 to 17 participants)
Single Supplement: $795 (waived if you are willing to share)
Trip begins in Rome at 9:00am on September 27
Trip ends on the morning of October 8 in Palermo

Italy is a remarkable country full of surprises at every turn. It is teeming with national pride for it's world-famous wines, culinary creations, and classic culture. Come with Earthbound Expeditions and experience it for yourself! Check our website for more details at www.earthboundexpeditions.com.

Happy traveling!

Matthew Brumley, founder
Earthbound Expeditions
800-723-8454

Tour Croatia, Bosnia, Montenegro and Slovenia: The Jewels of the Adriatic

Join Earthbound Expeditions on a Croatia tour from September 26 - October 9, 2010! Sleepy Slovenia with its towering Julian Alps and mountain lakes is 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


TERMS, PRICES, DATES, and RESERVATIONS

Length: 14 Days/13 Nights
Price: $3,595 (16-24 paricipants)
Single Supplement: $695
Trip dates: Trip dates: September 26 to October 9, 2010
*Based on an exchange rate of .73 Euro to the USD

This Croatia tour is one of our favorite itineraries. Join us this fall! View our website at www.earthboundexpeditions.com for more information.

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

A Tantalizing European Food & Wine Adventure with Iole Aguero

IT IS ALWAYS SO HARD TO CHOOSE BETWEEN FRANCE AND ITALY so Earthbound Expeditions decided to weave their vibrant Latin roots into one colorful tapestry. What better way to experience the fullness of the Latin legacy than by combining the wine and cuisine of Italy with the fragrances of Provence, France? Join Iole Aguero as she hosts her 10th culinary adventure in the centuries-old debate over which of these countries produces the most delectable olive oil, most exquisite dishes and finest wines from September 12-23, 2010. On this journey you’ll meander through colorful seaside villages, lush vineyards, ancient hill towns and abundant olive groves as you experience first-hand the culinary magnificence of France and Italy with Chef Iole Aguero!

EXPEDITION AND CULINARY HIGHLIGHTS

Private cellar tours and tastings featuring the exceptional wines of Provence, Tuscany, Emilia Romagna
Delicious cheese tastings with a producers
A day in the Cinque Terre
Three informative and entertaining cooking classes
Outings to village markets
A fun tasty pub crawl in Venice
Visits to the Renoir, Picasso, Matisse and Chagall museums
Excursions to Eze, Monte Carlo, Saint Paul de Vence
Tour Puccini’s home, composer of Madam Butterfly
A visit to a vibrant botanical garden
A small group of fellow food and wine lovers.

IT'S INCLUDED
Hosted by chef, Iole Aguero!
Guided by Earthbound Program Manager Maria Cannavo.
Eleven nights of accommodations in historic European villas and charming hotels.
All breakfasts, six lunches and five dinners, featuring fresh regional specialties.
Three cooking classes highlighting regional specialties of Provence, Tuscany and Emilia Romagna
An outing to glamorous Monte Carlo.
Transport by private motor coach
Vaporetto water transport tickets in Venice for city sightseeing tour
Exclusive cheese & wine tastings with the producers in Provence, Tuscany and Emilia Romagna.
Outings to country and village markets.
Privately guided museum visits feature the works of Picasso, Chagall, Renoir and Matisse.
Reading and video lists plus language guides for Italy and France.
A small group of fellow wine and food enthusiasts.

Tuscany, Venice and Provence combined in one colorful, vibrant itinerary! Join Earthbound Expeditions and Iole Aguero on this remarkable adventure. Visit our website at www.earthboundexpeditions.com for more details.

Happy traveling!

Matthew Brumley, founder
Earthbound Expeditions
800-723-8454

Explore the Gardens and Landscapes of New Zealand with Walter Reeves

Escape the cold gray days of winter and join Walter Reeves for a very special 13-day garden tour to New Zealand with Earthbound Expeditions! Discover first-hand the sheer beauty of this garden paradise. Visit Auckland’s Eden gardens, the gardens of Well Being in Taupo and the internationally acclaimed Richmond gardens. In addition, you’ll rub elbows with the locals in colorful country markets, visit the thermal mud pools of Rotorua, take a picturesque ferry ride and enjoy a scenic train trip coast on to Christchurch. Its summertime and the livin' is easy…in New Zealand.

IT’S INCLUDED
With garden expert Walter Reeves
Guided by an expert Earthbound program director & horticulturalist
Transport by luxury coach
All breakfasts, 4 lunches, 8 dinners and three mid morning teas.
Personalized Meet & Greet on arrival
Return airport transfers in New Zealand
11 nights deluxe hotel accommodation
Luggage porterage
Harbor cruise in Auckland
TransCoastal rail journey train from Picton to Christchurch
All sightseeing and attractions as listed in itinerary
GST (New Zealand Goods and Services Tax)
Gratuities for your driver and guide

GARDEN TOURS AND VISITS
Auckland Domain Winter gardens
Eden Garden, Auckland
Ayrlies Garden, Auckland
Ora - The Garden of Well Being, Taupo
Efil Doog Garden, Upper Hutt
Wellington Botanic Gardens
Mona Vale Homestead, Christchurch
Christchurch Botanic Gardens
Broadfields Estate, Christchurch

TRIP FACTS
14 Days/ 13 Nights (land and air travel)
$5,475 pp based on double occupancy
$775 single supplement
Departing Atlanta and Los Angeles on January 8, 2011
Returning to Atlanta and Los Angeles on January 21, 2011
6 Night Post tour extension to Australia available (call for details)

We would love to share the Down Under magic with you next January! Plan a mid-winter getaway with Earthbound Expeditions and visit the gardens of New Zealand. Visit our website for more information at www.earthboundexpeditions.com.

Happy Traveling!

Matthew Brumley, founder
Earthbound Expeditions
800-723-8454

Joe Gilman, The Brubeck Institute, Capital Radio and Paris

Earthbound Expeditions is proud to announce a new small group food, wine and jazz journey to Paris with the Joe Gilman, Director of the Brubeck Institute.

Participants will enjoy an afternoon at the Cordon Bleu, bistro dining, jazz walks with local specialists, outdoor markets, a jazz evening outing to a local club, excursions to Monet's Gardens, a day tour to Champagne and of course, the Paris Jazz Festival.

Tour dates are June 13-20, 2010

Special discounts are offered for Capital Radio listeners.

Don't miss out on this special gourmet jazz tour to Paris with the Brubeck Institute and Joe Gilman.

For more information please visit us at:

www.EarthboundExpeditions.com

Or call Earthbound Expeditions at 800. 723. 8454

We look forward to seeing you in Paris and to a great jazz tour.

Matthew Brumley,
Founder
Earthbound Expeditions Inc.

Jazz in Paris with The Brubeck Institute

Jazz trip Paris
Food wine jazz Paris

A beacon of artistic freedom, 1920’s Paris lured thousands of American musicians who brought with them a unique relic of the modern age--jazz. Now it’s a haven for some of the best jazz clubs in the world. With Paris being the established epicenter of the food and wine world, you have the makings of a fantastic adventure! You can be a part of it with The Brubeck Institute’s Joe Gilman on “A Jazz and Culinary Adventure to Paris” from June 13 - 19, 2010. On this one-week cultural escape, you’ll enjoy jazz at the same clubs where it ripened in the 1920’s, sample many of the culinary delicacies whose roots are deeply embedded in French culture and history, and taste the most magnificent pastries, bread, chocolates, cheeses and wines. Enjoy live jazz in classic clubs, 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 music- and food-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 gardens at Giverny.

EXPEDITION HIGHLIGHTS
Travel with Joe Gilman, music director of The Brubeck Institute
Visit a still-thriving jazz club, famous since the 1920’s, Le Grand Duc
A historic walk led by local jazz historians
The Paris Jazz Fest post tour extension
An entertaining cooking class at Le Cordon Bleu
Private wine, champagne and cheese tastings
Outings to colorful neighborhood markets
Visits to your Parisian guide’s favorite boulangeries, pâtisseries, confisseries and boucheries
Intimate gourmet walking tours of Paris neighborhoods
Multi-course dinners and lunches in cozy neighborhood bistros
An excursion to Giverny, followed by a typical Norman lunch
An outing to the birthplace of Champagne
A small group of soon-to-be jazz loving friends.

This is going to be a fantastic journey! Pack your bags and join Earthbound Expeditions and The Brubeck Institute for this cultural adventure. Check out www.earthboundexpeditions.com for more information and details.

Happy traveling!

Matthew Brumley, founder
Earthbound Expeditions
1-800-723-8454

Explore the Gardens of the World

Did you know that Earthbound Expeditions has traveled the globe in search of the best gardens and gardening destinations? We have led groups on garden tours from Australia to South Africa, Italy to the United Kingdom. Each has their own distinctive flavor and style of gardens. We love sharing the beauty with our travelers! Join one of our tour dates already scheduled, or gather your garden club friends and create your own trip.

When we visit a country, we coordinte private garden tours (imagine Monet's garden), local experts and even wine tastings and cooking classes. Imagine the trip of a lifetime, without the hassle of planning.

Visit us online at www.earthboundexpeditions.com for more details and to see our specific small group itineraries. We look forward to sharing the gardens of the world with you!

Happy Traveling,

Matthew Brumley, founder
Earthbound Expeditions
800-723-8454

A Festive Winter Waltz with KING FM

Each December, a festive spirit blankets central Europe. Elegant streets are adorned with holiday decorations and Christmas markets are filled with merry locals sipping hot spiced wine. To top it off, the symphony and opera seasons are at their peak and music becomes the centerpiece of the advent season. Join Seattle’s very own King FM 98.1 and celebrate the genius of Mozart, Strauss, Beethoven and Dvorak. Hear the echoes of the monk’s Gregorian chants in the Monastery of Melk, dine in a one thousand year old monastery and stroll through a charming Bohemian village. Don’t miss out on this once in a lifetime journey, grab your muffler and don your boots and join Earthbound Expeditions on our tenth annual festive Winter Waltz to Vienna, Salzburg and Prague!

EXPEDITION HIGHLIGHTS

Three classical concerts to be performed in Vienna, Salzburg and Prague
Private guided walks in Vienna, Salzburg, Cesky Krumlov and Prague with local experts
Unique dining experiences in some of Europe’s most charming cafes, wine cellars and restaurants
Vienna's Fine Art Museum
The Hapsburg’s 18th century Schonbrunn palace
An insiders tour of Mozart’s & Beethoven’s residences in Salzburg and Vienna
The colorful baroque monastery of Melk
An abundance of colorful Christmas markets
Vyšehrad cemetery (final resting place of Czech composers, Dvorak & Smetana)
An in-depth look into the history of Prague's Jewish Quarter
Prague’s major symphony halls and opera houses
A small, fun group of soon-to-be-friends.

IT'S INCLUDED

Guided by an expert Earthbound Expeditions program director
With Brad Eaton,King FM's morning host.
Classical concerts in Vienna, Salzburg and Prague
Historic sightseeing walks in Vienna, Salzburg, and Prague with intriguing local guides
An abundance of festive, colorful Christmas markets
Nine nights of accommodation in splendid European-style centrally located hotels (all hotels are within walking distance of major sights and have a private bath)
All breakfasts, three traditional lunches and four multi-course dinners
Transfers between cities by private motor coach
Airport transfers in Europe for those arriving and departing with the group
Gratuities for your guide and driver
Luggage porterage (1 per person)
A pre trip gathering at the King FM studio in Seattle
All entrances to museums, monasteries, palaces & castles as listed in your itinerary
A pre-tour educational reading/video viewing list & a custom made book which pertains to your journey
City and regional maps
A wonderful small group of soon-to-be friends

We would love to show you some of the most classic Eastern European cities, and share some classical music as well. Visit www.earthboundexpeditions.com for more informaiton.

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

Exciting Custom Group and Family Expeditions with Earthbound

Family reunions, travel clubs, alumni organizations, country clubs, special interest groups...

Have a private group? From a family reunion in Italy to an adventurous bird-watching/gardening trip to Costa Rica, Earthbound Expeditions can create a unique itinerary tailored to your group’s special interest, budget and timeframe. Let Earthbound Expeditions do the work and you’ll go complimentary, depending on group size and type.

Organizing a Private Group is as Easy

1. Discuss travel possibilities with your family, group or club.

2. Fill out and return the “Private Group Request Form”

3. Our team either confirms private dates of one of our existing journeys, or suggests a custom itinerary. Once approved, a $500 group deposit is required and a detailed itinerary provided. Then, spread the word and get everyone excited!

A Sampling of Handcrafted adventures organized by Earthbound Expeditions:
Classic King FM: A Classic Winter Waltz
Ciscoe Morris: A Garden Adventure to South Africa
The Seattle Cooking Club: A Taste of Tuscany
Pacific Science Center: In Search of the Dead Sea Scrolls
The Bensen Family Reunion
The Arts Council: Italy
North Seattle Community College: Greece & Turkey
University of Missouri: Art and architecture tour in Italy

Family adventures:
After organizing numerous multi-generational family adventures to Costa Rica and Europe and through my own experiences zooming around the planet with my wife and two young children I can now proudly proclaim that Earthbound Expeditions has perfected the art of family travel. To create a wonderful,stress free family getaway call the experienced staff at Earthbound Expeditions today at 800 723 8454. And, don't forget to look at our website for more information regarding booking conditions and for other great travel ideas.

Happy traveling!

Matthew Brumley, founder
Earthbound Expeditions
1.800.723.8454

Visit the Gardens of Exotic, Beautiful South Africa

Join Earthbound Expeditions for the ultimate garden experience and discover the best of South Africa! On this small group garden journey you’ll explore the lush gardens of Johannesburg, South Africa’s stunning national parks and the vibrant gardens of Cape Town. In addition, you’ll discover the dramatic landscape of the Cape of Good Hope and visit Mandela’s prison on Robben Island. Sip velvety smooth wines in South Africa’s premier wine region and stay in the Dutch colonial town of Stellenbosch. Your journey will culminate at the Bakubung Bush Lodge where you’ll ride in an open 4X4 safari vehicle into the bush with Swazi trackers and African rangers for an intimate viewing of South Africa’s lions, leopards, rhinos and elephants. A post-tour adventure to Botswana and Victoria Falls is also available.

JOURNEY & GARDEN HIGHLIGHTS
Numerous privately guided garden visits
Visit Kirstenbosch Botanical Garden, a treasure trove of plants
Cape Town, one of the world’s most beautiful, culturally diverse cities, with plenty to see, taste and experience
Take a cable-car ride up to the top of Table Mountain with stunning views over the Peninsula and Atlantic Ocean
Taste fine South African wines in the glorious Cape Winelands
Enjoy a true first-class South African Safari and sightings of Africa's "Big Five"
A Night of African drumming
A small group of soon-to-be friends and garden lovers.

IT’S INCLUDED
Fully guided by expert South African local guides.
Roundtrip air from Seattle
All breakfasts and eleven additional multi-course meals.
Accommodations in 4- and 5- star centrally located hotels, inns and safari lodges.
Two magical evenings in the outback of Africa while on Safari.
Entrances to numerous private and botanical gardens.
Private wine tastings with the producers.
Gratuities for guides and drivers.
Roundtrip air from Seattle plus domestic flights.
Transport by air-conditioned motor coach.
Airport transfers while in South Africa.
Country and city maps.
A donation to the VanDusen Botanical Garden on behalf of the group.
A trip to Robben Island (the infamous prison island).
A small group of fellow garden lovers.

We look forward to helping you experience all that South Africa has to offer. For more information, visit www.earthboundexpeditions.com.

Happy Traveling
Matthew Brumley, founder
Earthbound Expeditions

Two Beautiful Countries: Join us to Experience Spain and Portugal

At Earthbound Expeditions, we know how hard it is to choose between Spain and Portugal, so we decided to weave their vibrant Latin roots into one mouth watering tapestry. Join Gary and Ginger Minugh in the century’s old debate over which of these regions produces the most delectable olive oil, greatest art, and most exquisite wine. On this journey you’ll meander through colorful markets, white washed villages, world-class museums, Moorish palaces and lush vineyards as you experience first hand the culinary heritage of España and Portugal!


JOURNEY HIGHLIGHTS
Barcelona’s historic heart, Gaudi sites and Picasso museum (pre tour)
Toledo’s medieval back alley ways & towering Gothic Cathedral
El Greco’s masterpiece, the Count of Orgaz
Synagogue de Santa María la Blanca
Don Quixote’s windmills of La Mancha
The Alhambra, Moorish palace of Granada T
hee route of the Pueblo Blanco’s (white washed villages) of southern Spain
Sherry tasting in Jerez
The Royal Andalusian Spanish Riding School
Seville’s Alcazar and a passionate flamenco performance
The noble village of Sintra, Portugal
Segovia’s ancient Roman aqueduct Lisbon’s castle district & quiet neighborhoods
The royal palace of El Escorial
Franco’s Valley of the Fallen
A Tapas crawl featuring regional specialties
Private museum tours of the Prado and Reina Sofia museums in Madrid
A small group of soon to be friends.

IT' S INCLUDED!
Fully guided by an Earthbound Expeditions program manager
14 nights of accommodation in charming family inns and cozy hotels (all rooms with private bath).
Transportation from Madrid to Lisbon on a private motor coach.
All breakfasts plus 13 additional multi course meals (two-thirds of all meals)
All entrances to museums, castles, concerts and other special events listed.
Sherry tastings with a producer in Jerez.
Historic walks with fascinating local guides.
A visit to the Royal Spanish Riding School in Jerez.
A Fado dinner concert and performance in Lisbon.
An evening of passionate flamenco in Seville.
All gratuities for driver, guides and other persons assisting you while participating in a group activity.
City and country maps.
Pre- and post-tour planning assistance.
A pre-trip educational reading and video viewing list.
A small group of fellow travelers.
Alumni discounts applied towards future trips.

If you would like more information on joining us on this 15 day/14 night tour, please visit www.earthboundexpeditions.com.

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