TRAVEL PROGRAMS - WINTER 2010
share their stories, their adventures, their experiences and their advice.
Relax, enjoy the beautiful travel photos and gain information
and ideas for your next travel adventure!
Click here for a printable version of our Travel Program scheduleAll travel programs begin at 7:00 P.M. (unless noted otherwise)
Tuesday, January 26th - FASCINATING TURKEY - Western Turkey has something for everyone! From sunny beaches to ancient ruins and scrumptious food, you can find it in this fascinating country. In addition to classic sites such as the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Grand Bazaar and the ruins at Ephesus, tonight we'll also learn about more "off the beaten path" places. For example, the ruins at Pinara, Patara and Priene rival the big names but offer fewer crowds. And, the towns of Mugla and Tire are often missed by tourists but can be just as accessible as the more popular Kas and Selcuck. Come see why Turkey is the top destination for world travelers and learn valuable tips for your next trip!
Tuesday, February 2nd - THE TUSCANY REGION OF ITALY! - Join local photographer John La Ferlita on a photographic journey through Italy's Tuscany. We'll see exquisite images of world famous architecture, the ancient glories of Rome and the scenic hill towns of Volterra and San Gimignano. In addition to highlighting his adventures through this fascinating area, La Ferlita will offer tips on travel photography including the importance of light and composition. He will also share advice on taking photographs inside museums and churches, taking photos from buses and trains and the secrets to capturing people in public places. Don't miss this exciting and informative show!
Tuesday, February 9th - UGANDA, AFRICA... ONE SCHOOL AT A TIME - Famously, Winston Churchill called Uganda "The Pearl of Africa" in the early 1900s, while visiting what was then a British colony. Despite post-independence turmoil including the brutal regime of Idi Amin and more recent violence in the northern border regions, Uganda today offers a surprisingly stable and rich travel or volunteer tourism experience. Get away from the tourist circuit in rural Uganda with Wyoming-based photographer Ken Driese as he travels in the African backcountry to photograph children and school projects for Boulder-based One School at a Time. Mingle with the crowds in the bustling capitol city of Kampala, see African wildlife along the Nile River near its source, and gain insight into the lives of rural children in this beautifully photographed exploration of Uganda's rural school and family life.
Tuesday, February 16th - SOUTHEAST ALASKA - Join three Boulder couples as they recount their travels to the beautiful and rugged Southeast Alaska by foot and ferry. Following in the footsteps of the 1898 goldrushers, the group hiked the historic Chilkoot Trail from Skagway to Lake Bennett over the famous Chilkoot Pass. Their 5-day hike culminated with a cruise through the Inside Passage on the State of Alaska Ferry System to Juneau. Highlights include the magnificent Mendenhall Glacier, the port city of Ketchikan and stunning Prince of Wales Island.
Tuesday, February 23rd - PACKING LIGHT CLINIC / TRAVEL TIPS - Pack light for your next trip by learning the latest in travel tips for easy packing! Learn the secrets of traveling light and avoid the hassles of over-packing. You'll discover travel tips on how to be an organized traveler by packing efficiently. Save money and don't check your luggage! YOU can be the experienced traveler that zooms through security checks! Join us for a fun night. Specials and prizes tonight only!
Tuesday, March 2nd - EXHILARATING ICELAND - Learn why Iceland has been named a top destination for 2010 by Lonely Planet and USA Today! The small, beautiful Mid-Atlantic island has more to offer than you may think. It's lush green valleys, geothermal hot pools, roaring rivers and slow-moving glaciers make it a fantastic playground for adventure travelers. There are excellent opportunities for bird-watching and Viking museums for historians to ponder. Plus, with the U.S. dollar strong against the Icelandic Krona, now is the perfect time to visit. We'll explore the vibrant capital city of Reykjavik, easily walkable and culturally rich, before heading inland to witness the country's many natural wonders: gushing geysers, magical Northern Lights and the awe-inspiring Gullfoss, Iceland's most famous waterfall.
Tuesday, March 9th - CHARMING SAVANNAH, GEORGIA - Hey Y'all! Travel down South with Cindy & Jimbo to the southern coastal gem of Savannah, Georgia. As one of America's oldest cities, Savannah is rich with history, beautiful antebellum architecture and picturesque squares. Yet, Savannah has a different side, too: one better known for its eccentric art culture and quirky characters straight out of "Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil". Savannah's vibrant, buzzing atmosphere makes it a fun place to visit right in our own country and its location on the Savannah River, just 18 miles from the Atlantic Coast keeps active travelers busy with outdoor options. Oh, and did we mention the food? Savannah is becoming just as famous for its delicious, hearty low-country cookin' as its long history!
Tuesday, March 16th - DESTINATION: COLORFUL PANAMA - Travel to colorful Panama with Jack and Lynne Rummel! Enjoy the laidback, Caribbean style of the archipelago of Bocas del Toro, share a traditional meal in an Embera tribal community and traverse the famous Canal in a 24-passenger catamaran.&nsbp; We will also explore the colonial heritage of Panama City, visit a school in a village too small to be on any map and swim under a privately-owned waterfall. Yes, Panama is a canal but it is so much more! Join us tonight as we explore this fascinating country.
Tuesday, March 23rd - ARARAT, TURKEY & BEYOND - Join us for an exciting exploration of eastern Anatolia's exotic splendors! Beginning in Istanbul, we'll wander through the world famous Aya Sofia before venturing to the colorful and bustling bazaars. In Dogubayazit, we'll see the spectacular Ishak Pasha Palace. We'll also enjoy the magnificent views from the legendary volcano, Mount Ararat, which is visible from four countries and explore Noah's Ark National Park, where many believe the ark came to rest. Tonight, we will also enjoy the views from 10,006-ft Nemrut Dagi and 13,315-ft Mount Suphan, Turkey's third highest peak.
Tuesday, March 30th - TIPS ON TRAVEL PHOTOGRAPHY -
Tuesday, April 6th - TRAVEL TIPS & PACKING LIGHT CLINIC -
Tuesday, April 13th - HIKING THE CANADIAN WEST COAST TRAIL - The West Coast Trail in British Columbia's Vancouver Island, a 54-mile trail through pristine Canadian wilderness, repeatedly receives top honors from both outdoor-related Web sites and visitors alike. The WCT is often considered a "rite of passage" in Canada much the same way the fourteeners are for Colorado hiking enthusiasts. Local hikers, Cheryl Appell and Ralph Stewart, will share their experience along the WCT, covering preparation tips, packing ideas and other logistical information, as well as contrasts with Rocky Mountain hiking. You might just add the West Coast Obstacle Course (a.k.a. The "Wet" Coast Trail) to your list of adventures after this exciting presentation!
Tuesday, April 20th - PERU: A SCENIC & CULTURAL EXPLORATION -
Tuesday, April 27th - GREECE: SANTORINI, CRETE, PAROS, ATHENS & MONASTERY -
Tuesday, May 4th - GET PACKING: TRAVEL TIPS FOR CAREFREE SUMMER TRIPS! -
Tuesday, June 8th - VIETNAM -
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