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May 15, 2013 • Our 7 ultimate rafters continue onto Ecuador, where the weather causes the Quijos River to be a challenge… Follow us on Twitter @mtsobek and we’ll tune you into all of Frank’s latest tweets on the rapids!
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May 15, 2013 • Everything went well on our flight to Ecuador. We got a good night’s sleep before heading up to the Quijos river, which upon arrival, we discovered was flooding. So no water in California and too much in Ecuador. We adjusted to the situation and headed out on our bus to find a lower section of...
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May 15, 2013 • On the second day of the round-the-world trip the group split up to do different activities. Half walked and drove around the famous sights of Sequoia National Park and half rafted the Upper Kern. Everyone loved the park visit. Sequoia is not well known, but the redwoods and granite walls are extraordinary, and like...
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May 15, 2013 • Thanks to one of our Rafting Adventurers, Frank Lopez, we’re getting some great on the field footage about this ultimate 6 Continent Rafting Trip, guided by John Yost! We wish we were on the river right now with Frank, John, and the rest of these rafting enthusiasts! Make a splash for us! Follow us on...
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May 15, 2013 • A field update from John Yost: Most of our group of intrepid around the globe rafters met in Fresno, CA two nights ago. It sounds like an unusual choice for a place to start a world-spanning trip, but it is conveniently located near the Kings River, the first item on our menu. The seven of...
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May 13, 2013 • “Ozlem was fantastic. Her knowledge, warmth and sense of humor made it a very special trip. I feel very lucky to have had her as my guide and friend.” –Barbara Hindin A note from Ozlem Onzgoren… I was raised as a person seeking “local” richness, as my parents were involved in education and thus...
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May 13, 2013 • Explore the best of Turkey by land and by sea through the eyes of MTS’ local history specialists! As the symbolic crossroads between Europe and Asia—the center of the Eastern Roman Empire and the heart of the Ottoman Empire—Turkey is steeped in history and culture, with vestiges to explore from nearly every era! Beautiful coastline,...
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May 9, 2013 • Despite its diminutive size—Albania is less than 18,000 square miles, smaller than the U.S. state of Maryland—Eastern Europe’s Albania contains riches in culture, history, and ecology that are nearly unknown to modern travelers. But because of its size, these treasures are easy to discover on foot, and this walking tour samples the best of Albania—from...
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May 7, 2013 • Desert cultures, festivals, and royal palaces in India’s “Land of the Kings” Possibly the most romantic state in India, Rajasthan, famous for its striking desert landscape and colorful festivals, is steeped in tales of chivalry, honor, warriors and royalty. Its legendary cities of Jaipur, Jodhpur, Jaiselmer, Bikaner and Udaipur are resplendent with stunning forts and...
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Apr 25, 2013 • Photo Credit: Chad Case Welcome aboard the Middle Fork of the Salmon rafting trip with our most senior Sobek guide, Jim Slade! We’re lucky to have him join us for two of Middle Fork’s special departures on June 14th and June 23rd. Jim Slade has been with Sobek since its inception in 1973. He’s guided...
Sadly, our trek is winding down. We’re back in Namche after experiencing incredible views of the top of the world from Kala Patthar. It was a grueling 2 hour climb that began with head lamps illuminating our way. The light sparkling off the snow like tiny diamonds. At first we were disappointed. The summit was...
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Apr 16, 2013 • Imagine trekking 291 miles from coast to coast along England’s beautiful and pristine countryside… Welcome to one of the best rated long distance hikes in the world! Why don’t you come explore with us? Check out our England Coast to Coast trip here.
Photo Gallery: Inside North Korea
May 17, 2013
Social Absorption: Onto Ecuador
May 15, 2013
Rafting RTW: Arriving in Ecuador
May 15, 2013
Rafting RTW: Safety First on the Kern River
May 15, 2013
Social Absorption: The California Leg of Rafting RTW With John Yost
May 15, 2013
Rafting RTW With John Yost and Friends, Leg 1: The Kings, Kaweah, and the Upper Kern
May 15, 2013
Follow John Yost and Friends on Their RTW Rafting Expedition!
May 15, 2013
Meet the Guide: Ozlem Ozgoren, Turkey Expert
May 13, 2013
Photo Gallery: Treasures of Turkey
May 13, 2013
Photo Gallery: Albania and Kosovo Discovery
May 9, 2013
