Message From Debbie
We had a fabulous adventure in Belize! Along with a stay in the jungle we visited two very different small cayes. One had little development and I managed to spend most of one day in a hammock finishing up a detective novel I found in my room. The other, with three main sand roads used primarily by pedestrians and golf carts, provided a bit more action (but not much!). We boated to some great snorkeling sites or just swam off the beach and checked out the marine life. The food was fantastic, I'm still missing it.
If you are interested in any of our upcoming adventures please let me know. This year I have given up hotel rooms or cancelled trips only to have people contact me that wanted to join us, but by then it was too late, very disappointing because we have great trips planned.
Coming up in March
Humana Festival of New American Players Louisville KY
BB&T Charleston Food & Wine Festival
Santa Barbara International Orchid Show
Going Paperless in 2009
Beginning in 2009 Explorations in Travel will no longer be mailing out a paper brochure. You can find all of our offerings online on our website. Updates on our adventures will be included in our monthly newsletter.
Shenandoah National Park
Shenandoah National Park has over 500 miles of trails, including 101 miles of the Appalachian Trail. Some trails lead to a waterfall or viewpoint or penetrate deep into the forest and wilderness. We will hike along a section of the AT as we go from lodge to lodge in the park. August 21-25
Jet Paws
In December Jet Blue rolled out a new program called JetPaws that's designed to improve the experience of flying with pets. It's for small dogs that can fly in the cabin with passengers. Best of all your pooch helps you earn mileage points!
Online Social Groups
While they're not the same as a face to face, online social connections can be fun. Facebook is a popular way to connect with friends as are the numerous online chat groups and message boards. Check out my profile on Facebook and add me to your friends list!
Explorations in Travel has created a group for women interested in traveling and Fabulously40.com has a number of different forums, groups and blogs you can check out.
Travel Resource For Women
Visit Justwomentravel.com
Manatees & More!
There is nothing quite like looking into the eyes of a creature like a manatee. Crystal River is a breeding ground for West Indian Manatees. In the winter months they come inland in search of the warmer water in the bays for breeding, and Crystal River is fed by more than thirty natural springs which keep the water at a constant 72 degrees. You'll learn about these gentle giants as you swim among them. What a thrill that will be!
December 19-23, 2009
An added benefit to this trip is that you can escape from the pre-holiday insanity!
Get Ready For Summer
Summer Hike & Raft Getaway! Travelers are already booking for this ever popular New England escape. Great for beginners or anyone that needs to rest and refresh, it's just downright fun.
Ebook Available
Debbie Jacobs the founder of Explorations in Travel had written a book to help owners of fearful dogs learn how to work with them. It is available online on the Fearful Dogs Website. It has been nominated as a finalist in this year's Dog Writer's Association of America's annual competition.
