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Micato Safaris Offers Thrilling Adventures

Submitted on 4-13-2012
It begins the moment your plane touches down. Africa! In the footsteps of great explorers, adventurers, writers, frontiersmen and royalty. This is an adventure beyond your wildest imagination. There is simply nothing lik ...

Micato Safaris Offers Thrilling Adventures

It begins the moment your plane touches down. Africa! In the footsteps of great explorers, adventurers, writers, frontiersmen and royalty. This is an adventure beyond your wildest imagination. There is simply nothing like the excitement and romance of Africa. Micato Safaris offers thrilling adventures from South Africa to Botswana and Victoria Falls. They explore the celebrated game parks of East Africa and the exotic shores of Zanzibar. The sky's the limit with Micato's customized safaris. And no matter what safari you choose, you'll receive the only kind of service they know how to give: the very best. Enjoy knowing that your safari is changing a child's life. With Micato Safari's "One for One" program, every safari experience is matched with a payment for all school fees for an African child in need.

Cruise On The Jewels of the Baltic With Regent Sev

Submitted on 3-20-2012
Valerie Wilson Travel and Regent Seven Seas is offering a 7 night voyage from Stockholm to Copenhagen with fares beginning at $6,499 per person, including a $2,000 savings per suite. Kids sail for only $999 only with Unl ...

Cruise On The Jewels of the Baltic With Regent Seven Seas Cruises

Valerie Wilson Travel and Regent Seven Seas is offering a 7 night voyage from Stockholm to Copenhagen with fares beginning at $6,499 per person, including a $2,000 savings per suite. Kids sail for only $999 only with Unlimited Shore Excursion. Ports include Helenski, St Petersburg, Tallinn, Visby, Berlin and overnight stay in St Petersburg. Enjoy these special rates when you book with a Valerie Wilson Travel advisor.

Relaxation in the Wilderness

Submitted on 12-13-2011
"For a wonderful romantic getaway, girls (or boys) weekend, or just some time for yourself, explore the rugged terrain of Montana. As you walk your horse through rough trails, serenity and calmness descend and as you eme ...

Relaxation in the Wilderness

"For a wonderful romantic getaway, girls (or boys) weekend, or just some time for yourself, explore the rugged terrain of Montana. As you walk your horse through rough trails, serenity and calmness descend and as you emerge into the clearing, the 360 degree views of the snow capped mountains take your breath away!" - Kathy Winslow, New York

An Unreal Sight to See in Egypt

Submitted on 12-9-2011
"You arrive at your hotel in the dark - not sure of your location - exhilarated to be in a new land - your eyes adjust to the night sky as you step out on your balcony - you can't believe your eyes - The Great Pyramid is ...

An Unreal Sight to See in Egypt

"You arrive at your hotel in the dark - not sure of your location - exhilarated to be in a new land - your eyes adjust to the night sky as you step out on your balcony - you can't believe your eyes - The Great Pyramid is right in front of you. You rub your eyes again, it's for real." - Leslie Wilde, Winnetka

The Best Coffee in the World is in Asia

Submitted on 12-9-2011
"Adventure, Romance, Relaxation. Beautiful country, delicious food, lovely people and the BEST coffee in the world! Reserve a private boat for an overnight on Halong Bay for a truly fantastic experience." - Lois Dudley, ...

The Best Coffee in the World is in Asia

"Adventure, Romance, Relaxation. Beautiful country, delicious food, lovely people and the BEST coffee in the world! Reserve a private boat for an overnight on Halong Bay for a truly fantastic experience." - Lois Dudley, Hilton Head

Pink Dolphins in the Amazon

Submitted on 12-9-2011
"Explore the backwaters of the Amazon and swim with Pink Dolphins in the interior lake at the Pacaya-Samiria Reserve...It is the largest reserve in Peru, the second largest in the Amazon and fourth largest in all of Sout ...

Pink Dolphins in the Amazon

"Explore the backwaters of the Amazon and swim with Pink Dolphins in the interior lake at the Pacaya-Samiria Reserve...It is the largest reserve in Peru, the second largest in the Amazon and fourth largest in all of South America. The Amazon is the new family frontier for adventure." - Christine Kennedy, New Canaan

Peaceful Silence in Dubai's Deserts

Submitted on 12-9-2011
"What does complete silence sound like... take a dune drive to the desert in Dubai at sunset and sit at your tented site, on an Oriental rug, eating dates and other local delicacies, sipping champagne, as you watch the s ...

Peaceful Silence in Dubai's Deserts

"What does complete silence sound like... take a dune drive to the desert in Dubai at sunset and sit at your tented site, on an Oriental rug, eating dates and other local delicacies, sipping champagne, as you watch the sand shift. But it is the silence that is overwhelmingly peaceful." - Dan Beschloss, New York

Kimberly Wilson Wetty's Cool, Winter Family Moment

Submitted on 12-9-2011
"Majestic glaciers that expand for miles, bald eagles that soar through the air with grace and regal, while orcas breach before your very eyes...that is the beauty Alaska has to offer. But, your 'family favorite' moment ...

Kimberly Wilson Wetty's Cool, Winter Family Moments

"Majestic glaciers that expand for miles, bald eagles that soar through the air with grace and regal, while orcas breach before your very eyes...that is the beauty Alaska has to offer. But, your 'family favorite' moment is sure to be dog sledding! As you approach the dog camp site via helicopter, you hear the 70+ dogs barking in excitement for your arrival. Meet the trainers and the dogs, and off you go. Enjoy the exhilaration of fresh air and wind as your child controls the sled and gives commands to the dogs as you mush for miles across this pristine glacier. Your child will feel like they are competing in the Iditarod!" - Kimberly Wilson Wetty, New York

Jennifer Wilson-Buttigieg's Landscape and Underwat

Submitted on 12-9-2011
"The fire ball red of the sun rising over the Indian Ocean from your over water villa is breathtaking! Only to be outdone by the underwater beauty of the reefs in the Maldives, where you are literally swimming with sea t ...

Jennifer Wilson-Buttigieg's Landscape and Underwater Sights

"The fire ball red of the sun rising over the Indian Ocean from your over water villa is breathtaking! Only to be outdone by the underwater beauty of the reefs in the Maldives, where you are literally swimming with sea turtles, thousands of colorful fish and seeing vivid coral, and (the movie) Finding Nemo truly comes to life!!" -Jennifer Wilson-Buttigieg, New York

Beauty, Peace and Spirit in Japan

Submitted on 12-9-2011
"Japan lost a lot this year with the earthquake and tsunami, but they never lost their spirit. They have beauty of culture, philosophy of life, and a lot to offer travelers. Visit Kyoto with their temples, shrines, garde ...

Beauty, Peace and Spirit in Japan

"Japan lost a lot this year with the earthquake and tsunami, but they never lost their spirit. They have beauty of culture, philosophy of life, and a lot to offer travelers. Visit Kyoto with their temples, shrines, gardens and castles. It may be difficult to know where to begin exploring, but you won't want to miss the Autumn leaves in the fall or the Cherry Blossoms in the Spring. You will see beauty & peace!" - Takami Yao, New York

Go On An African Safari

Submitted on 12-9-2011
"An African Safari is on everyone's bucket list! What could be better than having the elephants drink at your splash pool in South Africa and then sipping wine overlooking the Vineyards in Franschoek. Out of Africa was ...

Go On An African Safari

"An African Safari is on everyone's bucket list! What could be better than having the elephants drink at your splash pool in South Africa and then sipping wine overlooking the Vineyards in Franschoek. Out of Africa was never more luxurious." - Jenni Lipa, New York

Animals Galore in Africa's Ngorogongo Crater

Submitted on 12-9-2011
"One of the most memorable experiences for me was the day we drove into the Ngorogongo Crater. We saw a lion with his pride of 5 females, many flamingos, hippos, water buffalo, a rhino and more. It was so lush and just f ...

Animals Galore in Africa's Ngorogongo Crater

"One of the most memorable experiences for me was the day we drove into the Ngorogongo Crater. We saw a lion with his pride of 5 females, many flamingos, hippos, water buffalo, a rhino and more. It was so lush and just full of amazing animals." - Marcie Boselly, Palo Alto

Any and Everything in India

Submitted on 12-9-2011
"Cows, camels, elephants, tigers. Temples, forts, palaces, festivals. Mother Ganges, Himalayas, backwaters. Art, architecture, music, dance. Chaos, chants, crafts. COLOR, Democracy, progress, a BILLION people, Marco Po ...

Any and Everything in India

"Cows, camels, elephants, tigers. Temples, forts, palaces, festivals. Mother Ganges, Himalayas, backwaters. Art, architecture, music, dance. Chaos, chants, crafts. COLOR, Democracy, progress, a BILLION people, Marco Polo, Kipling, St. Thomas, Gandhi...Sacred places, Magic moments, Incredible journey ... INDIA" - Pam Ross, Winnetka

Big Ship, Little Ship, Nothing Beats a Cruise Ship

Submitted on 12-9-2011
"The glories of cruising are ever present in choices of fabulous, 'state of the art' ships and worldwide destinations one only dreams of! A relaxing and exciting way to visit the Wonders of the World. From big ships to l ...

Big Ship, Little Ship, Nothing Beats a Cruise Ship!

"The glories of cruising are ever present in choices of fabulous, 'state of the art' ships and worldwide destinations one only dreams of! A relaxing and exciting way to visit the Wonders of the World. From big ships to little ships and everything in between ... nothing beats waking up in a new port everyday!" - Patricia E. West, Boothbay Harbor

An Unbelievable Lost City

Submitted on 12-9-2011
"A visit to Machu Picchu is like no other. Located at almost 8000 feet above sea level, you discover a lost city complete with huge stone monuments. How did they get there? No one knows, but you must see it to believe it ...

An Unbelievable Lost City

"A visit to Machu Picchu is like no other. Located at almost 8000 feet above sea level, you discover a lost city complete with huge stone monuments. How did they get there? No one knows, but you must see it to believe it." - Cookie & Henry Kohn, Highland Park

The Lure of the Serengeti

Submitted on 12-8-2011
"Take back that feeling... Be lured by the Serengeti! The wonderful African plains where you will truly feel small again... as if you're a child being led out for your very first walk." - Kathy Meador, Home Based ...

The Lure of the Serengeti

"Take back that feeling... Be lured by the Serengeti! The wonderful African plains where you will truly feel small again... as if you're a child being led out for your very first walk." - Kathy Meador, Home Based

Lost in Ireland With the Locals

Submitted on 12-8-2011
"Traveling western Ireland, we got lost on a peat bog. As my friend was berating my navigational skills, an old farmer and his wife stepped out of a nearby cottage and invited us in for tea. Four happy hours later, we to ...

Lost in Ireland With the Locals

"Traveling western Ireland, we got lost on a peat bog. As my friend was berating my navigational skills, an old farmer and his wife stepped out of a nearby cottage and invited us in for tea. Four happy hours later, we took our leave. As we traveled to other countries, my friend kept wishing I'd get us lost again. I did, several times, and it always led to wonderful encounters with local people. Throw away the GPS! Go with the flow!" - Carol Mawhinney, Greenwich