Friday, July 10, 2009

New adventures with National Geographic Expeditions

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New adventures with National Geographic Expeditions

New adventures with National Geographic Expeditions
 
Our new catalog is brimming with great new adventures—some as far-flung and exotic as Brazil's breathtaking Iguaçu Falls and the wildlife parks of Kenya and others right in our backyard. Take a safari atop an elephant's back in Nepal or join us in Washington, D.C. for a visit to National Geographic's celebrated exhibition of China's terra-cotta warriors and an insider's look at the city. You'll be receiving the catalog in the next few days. In the meantime, here’s an advance look at a few fantastic opportunities to whet your appetite.

NEW EXPEDITIONS
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Kenya Wildlife Safari
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2010: July 21–31, August 5–15, September 15–25,
December 28, 2010–January 7, 2011
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Set out on safari in the spectacular wilderness of Kenya's Amboseli
and Masai Mara National Parks. Spot an incredible array of wildlife,
from cheetahs and hippos to crowned cranes and marabou storks;
visit researchers who track elephant and lion populations; get to
know local Maasai; and stay in exclusive properties on the forefront
of conservation efforts. See Details

Copper Canyon
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2009: November 15–21
2010: May 13–19, April 17–23
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Climb aboard the legendary Chihuahua al Pacífico train and set out
on a first-class rail journey through the magnificent landscapes of
Mexico’s Copper Canyon. Meet the isolated Tarahumara Indians,
one of the most culturally intact native groups in North America; float
down the Río Fuerte; and immerse yourself in Copper Canyon’s
natural splendor. See Details
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See new 2010 trips.
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Washington, D.C. Insider’s Weekend
Washington, D.C. Insider’s Weekend
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2009: December 3–6
2010: January 14–17, February 11–14, March 18–21
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Join our photographers, editors, and explorers to go behind-the- scenes in our capital city. Encounter China's legendary terra- cotta warriors at a special exhibition at the National Geographic Museum, explore the Pentagon and Arlington Cemetery with experts, and take a photo walk in elegant Georgetown. See Details

New Photography Weekend Workshops: New York City and Miami
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Miami: January 7–10, February 25–28, 2010
New York City: October 15–18, 2009, April 29–May 2, October 21–24, 2010
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Building on the success of our Weekend Photography Workshops in Washington, D.C. and San Francisco, we've added new programs in New York City and Miami. In Miami, settle into an art-deco hotel in South Beach and spend a long weekend honing your skills on photo shoots and during daily edit-and-critique sessions with National Geographic photographer Raul Touzon. In New York, set out from our base at the renowned Calumet Photographic to capture images of Union Square, Central Park, Fifth Avenue, and Chinatown in the company of a top National Geographic photographer.
See Miami Photo Weekend Workshop
See New York Photo Weekend Workshop

Brazil: Iguaçu to Rio
Brazil: Iguaçu to Rio
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2010: May 7–16, June 18–27, September 24–October 3
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Explore some of Brazil's most legendary sights with our seasoned expert David Scott Silverberg. Witness the roaring falls at Iguaçu, paddle a canoe through the Pantanal, ride a cable car to the hill- top statue of “Christ the Redeemer,” and settle into our historic hotel on Copacabana Beach to experience the lively pulse of Rio de Janeiro. See Details

Turkey: Istanbul to the Turquoise Coast
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2010: May 13–23, June 3–13, September 9–19
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In the company of National Geographic’s local expert, Aydin Kudu, discover enchanting Istanbul and explore the moonscape of Cappadocia and its fascinating carved dwellings. Visit ancient Ephesus, set sail on the Aegean in a traditional wooden gulet, and spend two nights in the beautiful seaside town of Bodrum. See Details

Inside Nepal
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2010: January 29–February 10, February 16–28
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From the temples of Kathmandu to the peaks of the Annapurna Mountains, experience the wonders of Nepal with resident expert Carroll Dunham. Visit local villages, meet monks and artisans, and set out on safari in Royal Chitwan National Park upon an elephant's back. See Details






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