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Letter from the President
TRAVEL ON

Travel is on the rise again. You can read the detailed Trip Reports of our recent staff explorations in South Africa, Guatemala and Belize, Costa Rica, Ecuador and the Galapagos Islands. A recent travel industry survey indicates that 45% of Americans who had delayed their travel plans due to war and economy now intend to book last-minute trips. No kidding! We are busy booking trips closer to departure and have become quite adept at helping travelers make last minute arrangements. See our recommended upcoming Summer trips, but do call us if you are planning to travel this Fall, and don’t wait if you plan to travel over the December-New Year’s holiday. The upbeat bookings we continue to receive among our travelers correspond with results of another survey of active travelers by The Away Network. They found that “active travelers” are more likely than the general public to keep traveling undeterred by war, terrorism and a sluggish economy. Why? Because for the most part, these active travelers, like our own Wildland clients, are better educated, they use the Internet to stay informed, have higher incomes, and consider travel an important part of defining who they are.

Worldwide travel conditions will remain in flux so you can always check the new permanent section of our website “Travel In These Times” for the latest destination updates.

So, Travel On!

Kurt Kutay
President

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In this Issue:
 
  1   Letter from the President: Travel On
  2   Trip Reports: Recent Staff Travels
         • Belize and Guatemala – By Rachael Garrett
         • Ecuador and the Galapagos – By Sherry Howland
         • South Africa – By Anne Morrison
         • Costa Rica – By Melissa Morse
  3   Last Minute Bookings: Summer & Fall Recommendations
  4   Travel In These Times: Destination Updates
  5   Special Reduced Rate!: Turquoise Coast Odyssey

Trip Reports
RECENT STAFF TRAVELS
In the past few months, the “Wild Gang” has traveled from Africa to the Americas. Check out their detailed Trip Reports highlighted with colorful images from South Africa, Guatemala and Belize, Costa Rica, as well as Ecuador and the Galapagos Islands.

BELIZE & GUATEMALA - By Rachael Garrett
Rachael reports on her three-week trip through Central America, visiting Guatemala, Belize, and Costa Rica. Having already visited Honduras and Panama as well as five previous trips to Costa Rica, Rachael shares her up-to-date and in-depth appreciation of Central America.
  Belize and Guatemala Trip Report

ECUADOR & GALAPAGOS - By Sherry Howland
Sherry shares her obsession with Ecuador. She reports on our conservation initiatives in the Galapagos, a 5-day voyage aboard the M/V Eclipse during mating season under a lunar eclipse, and a hotel update in Quito.
  Ecuador and Galapagos Trip Report

SOUTH AFRICA - By Anne Morrison
Anne traveled to South Africa and was amazed at how much more this vibrant and diverse country has to offer beyond the handful of popular tourist stops on most itineraries. She reports on new parks and private nature reserves, and exciting community-based tourism programs offering friendly and authentic cultural experiences.
  South Africa Trip Report

COSTA RICA - By Melissa Morse
Melissa felt that she had traveled through seven different countries on her first trip to Costa Rica, she explored many ecosystems, saw so much wildlife, experienced such biological diversity, and got to know many local “Ticos”.
  Costa Rica Trip Report

Last Minute Bookings
SUMMER AND FALL RECOMMENDATIONS

ALASKA EXPLORER
Jul 26 – Aug 6, 2003
We have one remaining departure completely open for our 12-day Alaska Explorer for any group of 4-8 persons. Experience Alaska in a small research vessel exploring Prince William Sound then fly over Mt. McKinley into the heart of Denali National Park.
  Detailed Itinerary

MAASAILAND SAFARI
Jul 28 – Aug 8, 2003
This first-time exploratory safari is a special ecotourism project in collaboration with the Maasai Environmental Resource Coalition. As invited guests by local Maasai, participants will experience Maasai culture and explore the great game parks of East Africa.
  Detailed Itinerary

MOROCCO ADVENTURE
Sep 14 - Sep 27, 2003,
Oct 12 - Oct 25, 2003 &
Dec 24 - Jan 6, 2004
Traveling along ancient caravan routes from the Atlantic coast to the Sahara Desert, crossing Atlas Mountains, this in-depth exploration includes history, hiking, culture, beauty and extensive overland travel. Accommodations are restored historic hotels where you enjoy the art of Moroccan living.
  Detailed Itinerary

HOLIDAY DEPARTURES
If you are planning a trip during the December-New Year’s holiday to Costa Rica, Belize, Panama, Guatemala, New Zealand, or any other Wildland destination, consider it a last minute booking already! Some departures are already full and discounted airfares are in short supply. Call us if you are planning to travel this Summer or Fall, and certainly don’t wait if you plan to travel over the December-
New Year’s holiday.

Travel In These Times
DESTINATION UPDATES

	Brits Rescind Kenya Travel Warning
	Turkey Warning Lifted
	Protests in Peru
	Zimbabwe Update

Special Reduced Rate!
TURQUOISE COAST ODYSSEY

Sep 6 - Sep 21, 2003 &
Sep 27 - Oct 12, 2003
The Turkish people resisted involvement in the war and in May the U.S. State Department lifted its travel warning for Turkey. After many travelers took a “wait and see position”, there is renewed interest for Fall trips when the weather is best so we are offering substantial discounts of $300 or more on the above departure dates of our Turquoise Coast Odyssey.
  Detailed Itinerary

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