Peregrination: Pam's World Adventure: 2013

Hi friends,

It’s the holidays… and as good an excuse as any to share a personal update. Many of you have recently asked about my upcoming travels, and I realize that I haven’t done a particular good job of keeping you in the loop! Which means that you probably don’t know that you can join me somewhere on the planet this year! Would you (or someone you know) like to join me in Nepal, Bhutan, India or Costa Rica? Or do you know someone else who would? Word of mouth is a critical part of what I do, and I would very much appreciate your help in spreading the word.

Below are the trips that I will personally be joining in the coming year for Grand Asian Journeys and EcoTeach Foundation that still have spaces available for others to join (click on the trip title for more information):

March 3-15, 2014 Annapurna Skyline Women’s Trek
A trek for women only to the spectacular Annapurna region including Pun Hill and even a visit to some local hot springs. Because this is a trip for women we are including several extras like post-trek massage, cooking class, river rafting and more. I only have 3 spaces left on this 12 day/11 night journey. Cost is $2,495.

March 15-21, 2014 Highlights of Bhutan
Bhutan is the most progressive, least developed country you can imagine. They’ve banned plastic bags, instituted organic-only agriculture (beginning in 2015), provide free education and health care to all citizens and measure happiness. This in a country where the average person makes less than $3/day. This 7 day/6 night trip will show you the best of this unique country, including a night at a local family’s home, and a hike to the famous Tiger’s Nest Monastery. 7 days/6 nights, $2,095

November 10-29, 2014 Everest Base Camp Women’s Trek
Trek the classic route to the Everest Base Camp with other adventurous women! Hike through Sherpa villages with daily breath-taking views of the some of the tallest mountains on earth. This is a great opportunity to experience the majesty of the Himalayas and learn about the history of Kathmandu with a largely female staff and all the extras of the Annapurna women’s trip. 20 day/19 night itinerary, $2,995.

November 30-December 10, 2014 South India: Cuisine & Culture Tour
This trip is a personal dream of mine as India excites my heart and senses in a way that no other country can quite do. While I enjoy all the food of India, the cuisines of South India in particular are unforgettable! Combine that with some of the richest and most diverse history and elaborate temples, warm and wonderful people and you have a fabulous introductory itinerary to everything that makes South India so special. 11 days/10 nights, $2,695.

You probably know about my work with sea turtles in Costa Rica in the past, but you might not know that I remain involved and will be going there with a group in June!

June 7-17, 2014 Conservation in Action: Costa Rica
Patrolling a tropical Caribbean beach at night looking for nesting Leatherback sea turtles will forever remain near the top of my favorite moments in life! Not only has this trip been planned during prime nesting season but also during hatching season so we are likely to see both adults and baby turtles during our work there. After two nights there, we’ll travel throughout the country to some of my favorite places including the cloud forest, the rain forest, Don Juan’s organic farm and the Pacific beaches. Add to that a tax deductible donation of $350 to support the work of the EcoTeach Foundation and the projects that you will be visiting. This is an awesome opportunity to see the “real” Costa Rica! 11 days/10 nights for $2,250.

Note: Trip costs do not reflect international airfare, visa fees, a couple of meals and personal expenses. Reference each trip’s individual web page for details. If you're interested in joining a trip, please email me and I'll send you details on how to register.

If 2014 isn't the year for your travel, in 2015 it looks like I’ll be leading trips to Costa Rica, Nepal and Southeast Asia (Cambodia, Laos & Vietnam). Please respond and let me know if you’d like to stay on my “list”. And furthermore, if you’d rather not join a group at all please let me plan a custom trip for you to Nepal, Tibet, China, Bhutan, India, Laos, Cambodia, Vietnam or Costa Rica.

As for the rest of my life, I am living in Indianola, Washington with my sweetheart of 3.5 years, Keith, walking my adorable golden retriever Willow daily, getting in shape for my upcoming trek and relishing in the good health that has been with me this year. Friends, family, love, work, play and travel consume my thoughts and days.