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Africa
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Kenya Wildlife
Dates: August 26–September 10, 2011
Leaders: Adam Jones
Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru and Samburu—the classic Kenya wildlife safari set during the height of the zebra/wildebeest migration season with
the chance of dramatic Mara River crossings. Photograph a wealth of big cats—lions, leopards and cheetahs—plus giraffes, elephants, buffaloes,
rhinos, flamingos and a throng of other photogenic wildlife. Only 3 photographers per vehicle. One of Joe Van Os’ Top 10 must-do nature
photography trips in the world!
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The Masai Mara Wildlife Reserve, Kenya
Dates: September 3–17, 2010
Leaders: John Shaw and Wayne Lynch
More than 10 full shooting days at one of Africa’s (if not the world’s) most extraordinary wildlife safari locations, at our
upscale and centrally-located camp close to possible migration action with a maximum 3 photographers per vehicle.
One of Joe Van Os’ Top 5 must-do trips in the world!
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Namibia—Wildlife & Wildlands of Africa's Desert Southwest 2010
Dates: September 19–October 5, 2010
Leader: Joe Van Os
This exciting trip offers wildlife and scenic highlights at Etosha National Park, the Skeleton Coast, and the stunning red
dunes at Sossusvlei, as well as quiver trees, rock sculptures, desert horses and a fascinating ghost town disappearing
beneath encroaching dunes.
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Namibia—Wildlife & Wildlands of Africa's Desert Southwest 2011
Dates: July 7–24, 2011
Leader: Jeff Vanuga
This exciting trip offers wildlife and scenic highlights at Etosha National Park, the Skeleton Coast, and the stunning red
dunes at Sossusvlei, as well as quiver trees, rock sculptures, desert horses and a fascinating ghost town disappearing
beneath encroaching dunes.
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Tanzania—Serengeti National Park & Conservation Area
Dates: March 12–26, 2011
Leader: Perry Conway
Explore the world-famous Serengeti savannah and environs. Intercept the “great migration” and photograph this multitude of plains animals,
their new babies and the spectacular predators that stalk them! Visit incredible Ngorongoro Crater—one of the scenic wonders of the
world—and Olduvai Gorge, the archaeological “Cradle of Humanity.” Eleven shooting days with only 3 photographers per vehicle. Return flight
from Serengeti to Arusha.
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Egypt's Icons and Desert Oases
Dates: September 30–October 13, 2011
Leader: Wayne Lynch and Aubrey Lang
Shoot the antiquities of Egypt—the Great Pyramids of Giza, the Sphinx, Luxor and the Valley of Kings. Traverse the Great Sand Sea
photographing sensuous undulating dunes and incredible desert oases landscapes. Camp 4 nights under the spectacular starry sky of the Sahara.
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Antarctica
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Wildlife & Landscapes of Antarctica
Dates: November 30–December 13, 2010
Leaders: John Shaw, Joe Van Os, Wayne Lynch, Art Wolfe, Darrell Gulin, James Martin, Chris Edwards and Anna Sutcliffe
Photograph the Antarctic Peninsula with the “dream team” of photography leaders. The voyage lands at the best wildlife
and scenery sites the peninsula has to offer by small ship!
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Ultimate Antarctica
Dates: November 5–December 2, 2011
Leaders: John Shaw, Joe Van Os, Wayne Lynch, Joe & Mary Ann McDonald, Chris Edwards, Anna Sutcliffe and others
An incredible voyage across the Southern Ocean to the legendary wildlife and landscapes of South Georgia, the Falkland Islands and Antarctica. Witness vast penguin colonies, towering tabular icebergs and an abundance of wildlife unrivaled in the world! The #1 trip in Joe Van Os’ Top 10 must-do nature photography trips in the world!
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Asia
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Cambodia & Myanmar—A Medium Format Adventure
Dates: February 9–23, 2011
Leader: James Martin
Explore Bagan and Angkor Wat, the spectacular capital cities of SE Asia’s greatest empires. From these former centers of thriving ancient
cultures, their descendents carry on timeless Buddhist traditions and ways of life. In addition to your own cameras, we will provide several
high resolution medium format camera systems for participants to use in the field and demonstrate how to extract the most from them.
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China's Autumn Tigers & Giant Pandas
Dates: September 15–27, 2011
Leaders: Joe Van Os and local guides
Photograph immense Siberian tigers in Manchuria against a background of fiery autumn foliage, and endangered giant pandas both inside and outside
the Bifengxia Breeding Center at Ya’an. Shoot the Great Wall at Mutianyu.
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China's Winter Tigers & Giant Pandas
Dates: January 6–18, 2011
Leaders: Joe Van Os and local guides
Photograph immense Siberian tigers in Manchuria from within their snowy enclosure and endangered giant pandas both inside and outside the Bifengxia Breeding Center at Ya’an. Shoot the world’s largest ice sculpture festival at Harbin and the Great Wall at Mutianyu.
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Japan's Winter Wildlife—Snow Monkeys, Whooper Swans, Sea Eagles & Japanese Cranes
Dates: February 6–21, 2011
Leader: John Shaw
Incredible photographic access to snow monkeys, Japanese cranes, whooper swans, white-tailed and Steller’s sea eagles. One of Earth’s finest—yet least-known—winter wildlife shoots. Enjoy a wonderful cultural experience. One of Joe Van Os’ Top 10 must-do nature photography trips in the world!
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The Kingdom of Bhutan
Dates: October 2–16, 2011
Leader: John Shaw
Explore the last unspoiled remnants of the vanishing Himalayan culture at harvest festival season. Travel through timeless pastoral landscapes
and photograph a wealth of ceremonies, unique architecture, chanting monks, elaborate mask dances and timeless rituals in this spectacular
Himalayan kingdom at the “Roof of the World.”
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Mongolia: The Golden Eagle Festival
Dates: September 25–October 9, 2011
Leader: Jeff Foott
Photograph impressive Kazakh falconers with their hunting eagles during the competition and ceremony of the Golden Eagle Festival. Shoot
legendary Gobi Desert sand dunes and the luminous Flaming Cliffs, plus monasteries and striking landscapes near Ulaanbaatar.
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Sri Lanka—Cultural, Architectural & Artistic Wonders
Dates: December 2–17, 2011
Leader: James Martin
This tropical Indian Ocean paradise is home to a diversity of vibrant and photogenic cultures including Tamil Hindus, Veddah
tribesmen, and the Buddhist majority. We explore the exquisite architecture of ancient cities, photograph dancers and drummers,
traverse misty tea plantations, meet aboriginal tribesmen, enjoy tropical beaches, and photograph working elephants tended by
their mahouts.
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Europe
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The Best of the Greek Isles
Dates: May 14–26, 2011
Leaders: Darrell Gulin and Adam Jones
The iconic whitewashed villages, blue-domed churches, historic windmills and picturesque harbors provide the inspiration for this exciting
springtime photo shoot. Trip visits three quintessential Greek Isles—Crete, Mykonos, Santorini. Enjoy a relaxed pace and a depth of
photography impossible to attain by cruise ship travel!
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Holland at Tulip Time
Dates: April 16–27, 2011
Leader: Darrell Gulin
Two full days to photograph the largest spring bulb garden in the world, Keukenhof Gardens. Endless fields of colorful tulips in North
Holland provide the material for creative graphic compositions. Capture windmills silhouetted against a lavender dawn sky. Photograph the
dramatically-lit canals of Bruges, Belgium, shimmering below medieval stone bridges at dusk.
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Iceland—Life on a Hot Spot
Dates: June 6–June 18, 2011
Leader: John Shaw
The Land of Fire and Ice as few see it—steaming volcanoes, puffins, icebergs, waterfalls, wildflowers, geysers, diverse seabirds and
fantastic coastal landscapes. Experience the hospitality of the welcoming Icelanders while residing at small hotels and country inns.
One of Joe Van Os’ Top 10 must-do nature photography trips in the world!
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Turkey—Continental Crossroads
Dates: May 21–June 5, 2011
Leader: Mehmet Ozbalci
Where East meets West. An exciting cross section of spectacular Cappadocia landscapes, extraordinary architecture, incredible Greek and
Roman ruins, a wonderful cuisine and friendly people that combine to make this a trip of superlatives. Explore the best of Istanbul and
beyond.
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Tuscany—The Grape Harvest 2010
Dates: September 19–29, 2010
Leaders: Terry Eggers and Adam Jones
Autumn in timeless Italian landscapes when vineyards yield grapes for rich red wine and local festivals abound. Shoot
cypress-lined roads, medieval hill towns and ancient Etruscan sites. Meet charming local people and enjoy marvelous
regional food, served “Under the Tuscan Sun.”
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Tuscany—The Grape Harvest 2011
Dates: September 18–28, 2011
Leaders: Terry Eggers and Adam Jones
Autumn in timeless Italian landscapes when vineyards yield grapes for rich red wine and local festivals abound. Shoot cypress-lined roads,
medieval hill towns and ancient Etruscan sites. Meet charming local people and enjoy marvelous regional food, served “Under the Tuscan Sun.”
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North America
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Acadia National Park, Maine—Digital Workflow Workshop with John Shaw
Dates: October 3–9, 2010
Leaders: John Shaw and Pam Atkinson
Shoot rugged coastal landscapes, a photogenic lighthouse and vibrant fall colors reflected in mirror-like ponds. Timed for
the peak of autumn color in an idyllic maritime setting.
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Alaska Overland
Dates: September 3–12, 2010
Leaders: Julie and Terry Eggers
A classic Alaska road trip at the peak of fall tundra color. Enjoy photography of spectacular snow-clad peaks, rushing
rivers, calving glaciers and a boat trip on Prince William Sound. Includes day trips to Denali and Wrangell-St. Elias
National Parks.
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Arches & Canyonlands National Parks 2011
Dates: December 3–9, 2011
Leader: Jeff Foott
Experience Arches National Park and Canyonland’s Island in the Sky without the crowds. Our absolute favorite time of year to
photograph in slickrock country—brilliant red-rock landscapes and the blue of southern Utah skies—with a chance of snow!
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Arches National Park, Utah—Digital Workflow Workshop with John Shaw
Dates: November 14–20, 2010
Leaders: John Shaw and Pam Atkinson
Colossal arches, soaring spires and the iconic red-rock landscapes of the distinctly rugged Southwest.
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Bald Eagles of the Chilkat River, Alaska
Dates: November 13–19, 2011
Leader: Perry Conway
The world’s largest gathering of up to 3,000 bald eagles amidst a snowy mountain backdrop. Photograph these majestic birds in a
wide variety of inspiring winter settings from weathered cottonwood forests to the icy gravel bars of the Chilkat River.
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Beluga Whales—Wildlife & Landscapes of Canada's High Arctic
Dates: July 20–30, 2011
Leader: Wayne Lynch
Photograph one of the most unique gatherings of whales in the world—up to 2,000 belugas concentrate on shallow water gravel beds in Cunningham
Inlet on Somerset Island. Savor the raw beauty and breathtaking isolation of the pristine Canadian High Arctic. Features ancient Thule
archaeological sites, arctic wildflowers and a wealth of wildlife in the Land of the Midnight Sun. Reside in comfort in the northernmost
remote lodge in the world.
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Brown Bears of Katmai National Park in Autumn 2011
Dates: September 10–16, 2011
Leader: Len Rue, Jr.
Experience enormous brown bears in thick winter pelage eating fiery red salmon in oxbow lakes and feeder streams. Shoot bears amidst fall colors
at one of the world’s most renowned locations for bear photography. Tour can be combined with Denali National Park in Autumn for two weeks of
exciting images.
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Brown Bears of Silver Salmon Creek—Lake Clark National Park, Alaska
Dates: July 9–15, 2011
Leader: Perry Conway
A cozy private fly-in lodge is our base for a week of amazing brown bear photography amidst verdant tidal marshes and expansive tidal flats
with serrate mountain backdrops. We encounter the bears—close up, on foot and at their eye level—as they forage, often with cubs in tow,
across this fantastic unspoiled wilderness.
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Colorado Fall Colors
Dates: September 25–October 1, 2011
Leader: Todd Pierce
Colorful aspen forests punctuate photography of mountain topography—jagged, pointed summits and deep breathtaking valleys straight out of an
artist’s imagination. A productive trip for all skill levels with 8 participants and an expert leader adept at helping beginners navigate
through the basics of digital nature photography.
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Denali National Park in Autumn 2010
Dates: September 4–11, 2010
Leader: Len Rue, Jr.
Shoot the mountain, landscapes and wildlife of one of Alaska’s most spectacular parks at the predicted height of fall
color. The best time of year for the potential of clear skies to photograph glacier-covered Mt. McKinley.
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Denali National Park in Autumn 2011
Dates: September 3–10, 2011
Leader: Len Rue, Jr.
Shoot the mountain, landscapes and wildlife of one of Alaska’s most spectacular parks at the predicted height of fall color. The best time
of year for the potential of clear skies to photograph glacier-covered Mt. McKinley. Tour can be combined with Brown Bears of Katmai National Park in Autumn for two weeks of exciting photography.
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Horses & Icons of the Wild West in Autumn 2010
Dates: September 26–October 2, 2010
Leaders: Darrell Gulin and Jeff Vanuga
Capture the boundless beauty of horses and the essence of the American cowboy in this exclusive photo shoot.
Photograph herds of horses against mountain and red-rock backgrounds at our spectacular Wyoming ranch location—during the colorful autumn season.
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Horses & Icons of the Wild West by Horseback
Dates: September 4–10, 2011
Leader: Jeff Vanuga
Our popular photo shoot designed especially for horseback riders! Each day we head out into portions of our Wyoming ranch not readily accessible
from the road to capture the heart and soul of ranch life—cowboys, cattle and the call of the American West. Each night we return to our
comfortable lodge accommodations. Tour size is limited to 8 riders.
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Horses & Icons of the Wild West in Autumn 2011
Dates: September 25–October 1, 2011
Leaders: Darrell Gulin and Jeff Vanuga
Capture the boundless beauty of horses and the essence of the American cowboy in this exclusive photo shoot. Photograph herds of horses against
mountain and red-rock backgrounds at our spectacular Wyoming ranch location—during the colorful autumn season.
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Mexico's Colonial Heartland—Guanajuato, San Miguel de Allende & Day of the Dead
Dates: October 27–November 3, 2010
Leaders: John Shaw and Terry Eggers
Photograph the most beautiful colonial cities of Mexico’s central highlands. Our visit coincides with the Day of the Dead
celebrations in San Miguel de Allende. Exquisite architecture, mild climate, colonial romance and great photography
combine on this highly productive tour.
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Monterey Bay, California—Otters, Whales & Coastal Landscapes
Dates: March 13–18, 2011
Leader: Jeff Foott
A photographic adventure set amidst the scenic coastline of Monterey Bay. Photograph quizzical sea otters and a variety of whales and seabirds
from boats. Shoot the surge of waves breaking along the rugged coast, colorful tide pools and coastal wildflowers. Visit famous Monterey Bay
Aquarium with its fantastic jellyfish displays and multi-story aquariums.
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Nova Scotia—The Lighthouse Route
Dates: October 7–14, 2011
Leader: Julie Eggers
Rugged rocky headlands, lighthouses carved into granite ledges, quiet harbors on foggy mornings, tide pools and crashing waves, and hillsides
of fall-colored maples—all of these exciting photographic possibilities describe our Nova Scotia tour.
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Monument Valley & Slot Canyons
Dates: March 19–25, 2011
Leader: Cliff Zenor
A photographic exploration of the incomparable slickrock landforms found in the heart of Navajo country. Our group explores the “Valley” with
expert local Navajo guides and photographs the incomparable slot canyon—Antelope Canyon. Join our perennially acclaimed landscape shoot
featuring colorful iconic locations of the American West.
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Ultimate Yellowstone
Dates: January 15–22, 2011
Leader: Jeff Vanuga
The very best of Yellowstone’s snowy interior, wildlife and landscapes guided by a local photographer who knows the
park intimately. Five full snow coach days—comfortable four-wheel drive track-converted mini busses take
you to diverse parts of the park, with time to explore special areas on foot.
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The Waterfalls of Havasupai—Photo Camp in the Garden of Eden
Dates: April 9–16, 2011
Leader: Todd Pierce
Photograph the Grand Canyon’s most idyllic and colorful landscapes. Our 8 clients reside at our comfortable camp amidst this land of fiery
red-rock formations and towering white waterfalls—including the two new falls created by a dramatic 2008 flash flood. Plus turquoise plunge
pools and the soft greens of spring cottonwoods. Helicopter into the canyon from the South Rim.
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The World's Best Raptor Shoot 2010
Dates: October 9–14, 2010
Leader: Perry Conway
Vivid fall colors accentuate the piercing fierce eyes of this incredible selection of North American hawks, eagles and
owls on this one-of-a-kind shoot in Colorado. Raptors are presented in beautiful natural habitats and several will be
photographed in flight.
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The World’s Best Raptor Shoot—Models Shoot 2011
Dates: October 15–20, 2011
Leader: Perry Conway
Vivid fall colors accentuate the piercing fierce eyes of this incredible selection of North American hawks, eagles and owls on a one-of-a-kind
shoot in Colorado. Numerous birds of prey are presented in beautiful natural habitats and several will be photographed in flight.
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Yellowstone & Grand Tetons in Autumn 2010
Dates: September 18–24, 2010
Leader: Len Rue, Jr.
Two of America’s most scenically-spectacular wildlife parks during the exciting elk rut—at the peak of fall aspen color.
Photograph classic mountain/river landscapes, iconic barns, geysers, fumaroles and, of course, animals.
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Yellowstone & Grand Tetons in Autumn 2011
Dates: September 17–24, 2011
Leader: Len Rue, Jr.
Two of America’s most scenically-spectacular wildlife parks during the exciting elk rut—at the peak of fall aspen color. Photograph classic
mountain/river landscapes, iconic barns, erupting geysers, fumaroles and, of course, a wealth of animals.
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Yosemite in Spring
Dates: May 15–21, 2011
Leader: Jeff Foott
Capture the legendary vistas of Yosemite’s signature granite domes and sheer walls—Half Dome, El Capitan, the Tunnel View and Mirror Lake.
Tour is scheduled for the brightest “moonbows” of 2011 (rainbows by moonlight at Upper and Lower Yosemite Falls), plus iconic springtime
images: spectacular snow-fed waterfalls, “reflectionscapes” and creamy-white dogwood blossoms against a backdrop of dark conifers.
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Pacific
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Australia—Queensland's Islands & Rain Forest
Dates: November 1–16, 2010
Leaders: Darrell Gulin and Darran Leal
From the rain forest world of Lamington National Park to the low tide reefs and beaches surrounding Great Barrier Reef
islands, this trip provides a concentrated cross section of some of northeastern Australia’s photogenic wildlife and wild
places. Explore prolific seabird colonies, verdant tropical forest habitat and a concentrated shoot of native animals in the
famous Australia Zoo.
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Midway Atoll, Hawaii
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Tour 1: April 18–26, 2011
Tour 2: April 25–May 3, 2011
Leader: Joe Van Os
Visit one of America’s most amazing wildlife spectacles at this incredible remote wildlife refuge during the height of the seabird nesting
season. Photograph Laysan and black-footed albatrosses, white terns, black noddy terns, red-tailed tropicbirds, red-footed boobies and great
frigatebirds. Encounter endangered Hawaiian monk seals, spinner dolphins and green sea turtles. Reflect on one of the decisive battles
fought in WWII. One of Joe Van Os’ Top 10 must-do nature photography trips in the world!
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South & Central America
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Bolivia & Chile—Altiplano, Atacama & the Mirror of the Sky
Dates: March 12–26, 2011
Leaders: Joe Van Os and Alejandro Ronchetti
Photograph the “Mirror of the Sky” at the striking, partially-flooded Salar de Uyuni salt flats. Shoot snowcapped volcanoes, sulfur geysers, flamingoes in vividly-colored lakes, Andean wildlife, and vast Altiplano and Atacama Desert landscapes.
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Carnival—Argentina & Uruguay Style!
Dates: February 3–14, 2011
Leader: Stuart Westmorland and Alejandro Ronchetti
Capture extraordinary Carnival images at the pulsating Gualeguaychú festival just north of Buenos Aires. With special access we photograph
immense, colorful feather and flower-covered floats and the many costumed dancers who parade before our cameras. Shoot models at the famous
Tango District in Buenos Aires and travel to the World Heritage site of Colonia, Uruguay to experience the vibrant and festive atmosphere of
one of the top street parties in the world!
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Patagonia's Mountain Landscapes—Torres del Paine, Fitzroy Massif & Cerro Torre in Autumn
Dates: April 7–23, 2011
Leaders: John Shaw and local guides
Discover the astonishing and incomparable rugged mountain landscapes of the southern Andes plus a photographic wealth of wildlife—guanacos,
foxes, condors and eagles, chill-blue glaciers and the vibrant Austral fall colors of southern beech trees. Considered by many to be the
most spectacular mountainous region in the world.
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