People are starting to talk to us about amazing destinations - a trip to Israel and the Holy Land, a shot at the Pyramids of Egypt, Australia/New Zealand, South America, Singapore and China.  One person even asked about India.  Another asked about Dubai.  For that matter, how about South Africa?  So much to see!!  I know for a fact Marla plans to take us all over the world.  Would you like to come along?  We certainly hope so.

These remote and quite expensive destinations don't seem so impossible anymore.  I think our base has expanded to the point that we can actually get "groups" to visit these exotic locations.  People like traveling with groups of friends... they have people to share experiences with and have wonderful dinner conversations with.  They are guaranteed company on each excursion. 

Not only do "groups" drive the overall price down, there is safety and comfort having friends to travel with.  The best example was the time Albertin spotted three gypsies working as a team to steal Mara's purse in Barcelona.  Albertin not only shouted an alarm to the rest of us, she actually struck one of the gypsies with her own purse in outrage!   Every trip demonstrates camaraderie like this - we all look out for each other.  As we get up in years, this is why I say that traveling with a group of friends is a blessing for all of us.  "Alone" we are vulnerable, "Together" we are strong.

One more thing - I have said this before, but I think it is time to say it again. Marla and I are grateful for your support of our vacation trips.  We understand that you have many choices with what to do with your time and your money and that you have other ways to book your trips.  We are honored and flattered to think you want to be with us.  

Thank you!   Rick and Marla