JOURNEY BRIEFS

• “Cruising Australia’s Kimberley Coast” Planned for August 2024, this small ship 11-day cruise explores the remote northwestern Kimberley Coast. The cruise is followed by an optional 9-day excursion to visit major national parks such as Yanchep, Nambung and Rottnest Island accessed from Perth, and Southwest Australia’s Margaret Valley wine country. Trip FULL

• “Folkloric Mexico: Day of the Dead, the Volodores & Indigenous Markets” Planned for November 2024, the journey is a one week road trip from Oaxaca to Puebla to Queretaro & the Sierra Gorda that reaches remote indigenous mountain villages to observe colorful weekend markets and traditional events. Day of the Dead in Oaxaca is a 3-day celebration honoring deceased family members. The “flight” of the voladores—men swinging upside down around the top of a 100’-high pole erected in the center of the village—is a highlight. Trip Cost approx $2,400

• “Trekking Uganda’s Rwenzori Mountains” August-September, 2025). Journey includes a 7-day porter-supported trek on the Rwenzori Central Circuit through fascinating wildlife-rich Afro-Alpine terrain. Nights are spent in basic shelters along the route. Journey includes Southern Africa game-viewing and Kalahari Camp stays that can be booked separately. Trek-only Cost: $1,900