Destination: USA

Savannah is lovely

Thu, 13 Aug 2009 | By clarrieno1 | Views [339]

So woke today to an overcaste morning and a forcaste of more rain but I only have one day here so I have to go out.  Apparently they sell umbreallas in the visitor centre so that's where I went forst.  Didn't buy an umbrella in the end but did get a ... Read more >

Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks

Thu, 13 Aug 2009 | By embtravelgirl | Views [726]

So, crazy adventures aside, we made it into the park in the morning.  We set up camp to reserve our spot early and cooked breakfast before heading out to check out the area. After a random hike around a patch of trees in the midst of shrubs, we took a ... Read more >

I'm Back!

Thu, 13 Aug 2009 | By lem53venus | Views [315] | Comments [1]

So, my ability to journal online during the trip proved to be a little difficult as internet was limited and what is the point in going on a trip if my intent is to sit behind a computer all day to write and document about it? At the end of each day, ... Read more >

Photos: Profile

Thu, 13 Aug 2009 | By nomadcindy | Photo Gallery

The First Show: Day 3

Wed, 12 Aug 2009 | By larasumera | Views [267]

"For the one who sows to his own flesh will from the flesh reap corruption, but the one who sows to the Spirit will from the Spirit reap eternal life." Galatians 6:8 Today five of us girls, including a trainer, went to Corona to a middle ... Read more >

Mother's Day

Wed, 12 Aug 2009 | By baker | Views [515]

Stereotypes The English male - The "soccer fan": He is loud, so he thinks he is the cock-of-the-walk. Tats on both arms and a bald head is another sign that you have encountered one. Racist is his point of view. The part you got to watch ... Read more >

It's like thunder, lightning...

Wed, 12 Aug 2009 | By clarrieno1 | Views [355]

So yet another greyhound bus ride.  Getting used to these and bored of them unfortunately. This one was, luckily, uneventful.  Chatted with two American guys who were , seemingly like most people, stunned by my age but still impressed that I was a strong ... Read more >

And now the news....

Tue, 11 Aug 2009 | By clarrieno1 | Views [354]

So last day in Atlanta and I still plan to  make the most of it.  Sarah and I went to the CNN Centre this morning for a behind the scenes tour.  It was so hot out we were both glad to make it into their lovely airconditioned building which, apparently, ... Read more >

Weary: Day 2

Tue, 11 Aug 2009 | By larasumera | Views [292]

"Be the kind of woman that when your feet hit the floor each morning the devil says " Oh Crap , She's up !" Today was our first full day of training--many of our trainers were hands-off (well, we did get a lot of help anyway) and ... Read more >

First entry

Tue, 11 Aug 2009 | By roseandsteph | Views [198] | Comments [1]

Welcome to Steph and Ro's travel journal. Nothing yet, as we have not yet flown out.

Camfel Productions: Training Day 1

Mon, 10 Aug 2009 | By larasumera | Views [438]

"...And Samuel cried out to the LORD for Israel, and the LORD answered him. As Samuel was offering up the burnt offering, the Philistines drew near to attack Israel. But the LORD thundered with a might sound that day against the Philistines..."... Read more >

Big fish, Little fish..... MASSIVE sugar high

Mon, 10 Aug 2009 | By clarrieno1 | Views [439]

So Sarah and i finally dragged our backsides out of the hostel and went to the aquarium. Pretty glad we had bought city passes as this allowed us expedited entry, a free behind the scenes tour and a 3D movie. The Aquarium truly is huge. The main ocean ... Read more >

Atlanta - Birth place of Martin Luther King

Sun, 9 Aug 2009 | By clarrieno1 | Views [262]

So I did the whole greyhound thing again yesterday and sat next to this very rude irritating little man but luckily the journey wasn't too long. On the plus side I got to see an Amish family Husband and wife and what looked like 4 children one about ... Read more >

in Oregon!/ Ashland: mile 1726

Sun, 9 Aug 2009 | By elawlor | Views [500] | Comments [2]

I've made it to Oregon. Crossed the border yesterday morning and pulled a 33-mile day to get into Ashland last night. Ashland is our last real town until the end of Oregon so there are many hikers here resting up and enjoying luxuries like: food, movies.... Read more >

Dov'e la spiaggia? (Which way to the beach?)

Sun, 9 Aug 2009 | By missmelissa | Views [700]

I am officially half way through my summer vacation. Only six weeks (and that visa I'm still waiting for) lie between me and my year in Spain. I couldn't be more excited. I could however deal with being less nervous. I've found it hard to enjoy siestas ... Read more >