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Unearthing India Through Literature
By: Samantha Clark
As the winter months drag on, our desire for the warmth of a crackling fire, hot tea and a good book certainly grows. We've compiled a list of page-turning literature that is sure to heighten your knowledge of the mysterious lands of India. A Passage to India by E.M. Forster, a novel selected as one of the 100 best English-language novels of the twentieth century by the Modern Library....
Recommended Reading: Flight By Elephant
By: Samantha Clark
As we ponder the possibilities that await us in Myanmar next March, it's only natural that we are curious about the history and crave context. Our tour leader, Paula Swart recommended this gripping read for us: Flight By Elephant by Andrew Martin, the untold story of World War II's most daring jungle rescue. The full synopsis is as follows:'The incredible story of Gyles Mackrell and his Burmese, e...
Marooned Among the Polar Bears
By: Justin Peter
Early last November near Churchill, Manitoba our Quest
Nature Tours group was watching two Polar Bears at close-range from the comfort
of a Tundra Buggy, a hulky vehicle specially designed to allow us to safely watch
Polar Bears, which are the largest of the world’s eight bear species, weighing
upwards of 1,800 pounds. They had been unenthusiastically chewing on seaweed on
the shore of ...
Words from Morocco
By: Laurielle Penny
I discovered the gorgeous seaside town of Essaouira - it's a little jewel filled with craft shops, like this shoe store I discovered. Who could resist raffia sandals made to measure? Latif has an array of brightly coloured shoes - pick the style and the colour and he will measure and cut the sole to fit. Latif is the fourth generation of shoe maker here, carrying on a tradition that is still fre...
Nature Photography Tips
By: Tony Beck
Thanks to the world of digital photography, taking pictures has never been easier. Modern cameras are smart, versatile, and intuitive, providing remarkable quality, often in a convenient, small package. But regardless of how easy it is to take a good photo nowadays, it’s still a challenge to achieve spectacular image quality on a consistent basis. The experience of seeing beautiful wildlife ...
Touring Markets of Jodhpur
By: Samantha Clark
Jodhpur is an old town with narrow streets lined with houses limewashed in blue, giving it the nickname the “Blue City”. It is a city built around the largest fort in all of Rajasthan: Mehrangarh Fort. On our upcoming tour through North India, we will stop here. You will find yourself hypnotized by the booming handicrafts industry, starting with Ghasmandi Road, which has the largest co...
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