Destinations

“The gladdest moment in human life is a departure into unknown lands.”  - Sir Richard Burton

Where to begin? Perhaps southern Africa, where one finds warm smiles, cultural pride, profound natural beauty, culinary delight - and yes, the animal kingdom’s playground. From here, immerse yourself in the otherworldly allure of the Indian Ocean’s tropical islands – think Seychelles, Maldives. Next, take in the timeless landscapes, scents, sounds and colors of northern Africa and Arabia - contemplate Egypt, Morocco.

Now feast your eyes and hearts on the charming and complex subcontinent of India, a larger-than-life hospitable country founded upon a matrix of languages, customs and religions - a sea of humanity where a thousand behaviors coalesce as a single nation. The past and present of Rajasthan’s palaces, lumbering camels, colorful saris, and Bengal tiger mesmerize and dazzle. Look north, and you will be awed by the mighty and majestic Himalaya – at the foot of which breathes Nepal’s sensory overload and the “hidden” Dragon Kingdom of Bhutan, lying in wait for those who seek her serenity.

Continue north into and across Asia, the world’s largest continent. Experience the expansive grasslands of Mongolia and Silk Road cities, China's oriental labyrinth, Malaysia’s cultural melting pot, Indochina’s colonial heritage and Indonesia’s iridescent islands, which can only lead to more islands - those of the Pacific Rim including resplendent Japan, subtropical New Zealand, hospitable Australia - land of kangaroos and koalas, and the aquamarine atolls of the South Pacific.

Finally, we reach South America pulsating with a vibrant fusion of traditional and cutting-edge culture. While Buenos Aires is uniquely urbane with its southern European heritage, bohemian neighborhoods and rippling essence of tango, Patagonia and the rugged range of the Andes rise to staggering heights and beauty. Complete this canvas with Rio's sultry samba sound, Machu Picchu's archaeological wonder, ancient Incan cities - and a dash of Lima's trendy culinary scene.

Mariachis, polar bears, turquoise bays of the Caribe, authenticity of the American Southwest, historic charm of New England and soulful cities of the Deep South welcome us home to North America. And the enchantment of Europe? Well, that’s another story.

The world and its wonders await!