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Cruising Russia's Waterways
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| 2010 - Your Best Year Yet! |
 Happy New Year Ladies!
I hope you all had a wonderful holiday break! As we enter in a new year, everyone is talking about what they hope to accomplish in 2010. This got us all thinking .......
How to make this your best year yet?
1. Challenge yourself! If there is one thing that invigorated me and made me happiest last year, it was stretching myself to do things I once thought were beyond my limits and capabilities. (i.e. dog sledding!)
2. Find your passion! This is the key to a joyful and meaningful life. The trick is finding yours.
Think, and listen to your inner voice. As we begin a new decade it's the perfect time for a little contemplation. What makes you happy? Do more of it and then figure out how to make that activity a more prominent part of your life.
What women across the country are saying?
Surveys show that "empty nesters" consistently list travel as their passion. Free from the demands of raising children, they have the time to pursue their interest in exploring the world. Not surprisingly, busy moms rate travel as a priority as well. For women with children still at home, travel offers an opportunity for rest, relaxation and rejuvenation.
It's no secret that Canadians are among the world's most avid travellers, and according to StatsCan research, our wanderlust is not restricted to a desire for a brief escape from the icy grip of winter. We also travel to learn, grow and renew the bonds of friends and family.
At Broad Horizons we want to inspire you to travel, to enjoy life, and to really live life to the fullest.
In this edition of Fe-mail we feature our Women Wine Down in Tuscany tour. Always a favourite destination, this small group tour of Tuscany is expected to sell out quickly, so we encourage you to book early. Tuscany details
Last call to register for our Jan 12 Russian Cruise Webinar! On Tuesday, January 12 at 7pm (Pacific Standard Time) we'll bring you a fascinating virtual experience in the comfort of your own home. At your personal computer enjoy an exciting webinar that highlights our Cruising Waterways of the Czars - departing Sept 2, 2010 Click here to register
Lastly, be sure to check out full details for all our upcoming tours on our website. Upcoming Trips
In closing, I encourage you to pause and take a minute and give some thought to what you would like the upcoming year to bring. From all of us at Broad Horizons we look forward to creating travel memories for you that will last a lifetime.
Wishing you the very best in 2010
Happy trails,
Bonnie
Bonnie Hinschberger
Program Director
Broad Horizons
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| LAST CALL!
Jan 12 - Russian Cruise Webinar - 7 pm for Pacific Time Zones! |
Be sure to register for our informative Russian Cruise Webinar taking place this Tuesday, January 12 at 7 pm Pacific Time (for our friends in western Canada)
Cruising Russia's Waterways of the Czars . . . Sept 2 -12, 2010
Join us from the comfort of your own computer to view this live online presentation. All you need is an internet and phone connection and you will be able to hear real time commentary and have the opportunity to ask questions to our presenter about this great destination and fascinating tour - all in the comfort of your own home/office!
Travel with Broad Horizons group leader Susan Pearson and experience the splendour of the Czars, vibrant Slavic culture and the expansive beauty of rural Russia on our 11-day cruise from Peter the Great's glittering city, St. Petersburg, to Russia's capital, Moscow.
Webinar Title: Broad Horizons Presents: A Russian River Cruise
Date: Tuesday, January 12, 2010
Time: 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM PST (for our friends in Pacific Time Zone)
Please note: YOU MUST REGISTER TO JOIN THIS WEBINAR (simply click on link below)
After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the Webinar.
Space is limited - don't delay! Register today |
| Women Wine Down in Tuscany Oct 14 -27, 2010 |
Bonjourno! Experience Tuscany like a true Tuscan! If you wish to immerse yourself in all that is Tuscany, this is the trip for you!
Our 14 day tour includes a 7 seven night luxury villa stay. Rated as one of the most beautiful villas of its kind in the region, this truly beautiful destination has an added advantage -- it is only necessary to unpack once, greatly adding to your comfort.
As the sun sets over the vineyards of Tuscany, we'll experience the perfect meal, the perfect wine and breath-taking views of the wine growing estate Il Palagio. To view our luxurious villa at Il Palagio visit their website: www.agriturismoilpalagio.it
Tour Overview: A FABULOUS VACATION FOR WOMEN.
Enjoy breathtaking scenery as we travel the peaceful Tuscan countryside. We'll visit such famous sites as renaissance Florence while also getting off the beaten track to explore small vineyards and hilltop villages. During our stay in Tuscany we'll take day trips amid the surreal beauty of the Tuscan countryside and enchanting Chianti region, including the famed towns of Siena and San Gimignano and sample the legendary Tuscan cuisine and Chianti wines in local wineries.
To view full details for Women Wine Down in Tuscany tour please click on this link : Itinerary and pricing
To guarantee your spot on this popular tour and much loved destination we encourage you to contact us today:
Email: info@broadhorizonsnetwork.com
Phone (519) 660-6398 or Toll Free: 1- 877-844-5444 |
| Join us for Tuscany - Oct 14 -27 |
 Special Highlights include:
- Round trip escorted group flight from Toronto to Florence (airfare quote available from your closest gateway)
- 2 nights first class accommodation in Florence - the jewel of Renaissance Italy
- Enjoy 7 nights luxury villa accommodation at Il Palagio in Panzano - rated as one of the most beautiful villas of its kind in the region
- 1 night first class accommodation in Parma - a beautiful Italian city famous for its monuments, castles & cuisine
- 2 nights three star charming hotel in Monterosso al Mare, Cinque Terre
- Visit breath-taking Cinque Terre - a UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Guided tour of Florence - walk in the footsteps of Leonardo da Vinci and Michelangelo.
- Private cooking class at Paneretta Castle - includes lunch and wines from their award winning winery
- Visit one of Tuscany's true gems - medieval San Gimignano - enjoy a guided walking tour in the "Town of Beautiful Towers"
- Wine tasting and dinner at CASTELLO VICCHIOMAGGIO in Greve, Chianti
- Excursion to Siena - renowned for its fine palaces, the Duomo and celebrated Piazza del Campo.
- Day trip to picturesque Monteriggioni, Colle de Val d'Elsa and Volterra.
- Evening cocktail party hosted by Broad Horizons
- Professional English-speaking local guides at destination
- Fully escorted by your Broad Horizons Tour Leader
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| Tuscany - a "MUST GO" destination ! |
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Join us for the Tuscan retreat of a lifetime!
North American author Frances Mayes put Tuscany on the top of women's must-go list with her book "Under the Tuscan Sun," inspiring fantasies of following in her footsteps and renovating a crumbling but magnificent villa in the Italian countryside.
Yet while North Americans may know Tuscany best for its enchanting landscapes and country villas, the region has much, much more to offer. During our escorted tour you will adore Tuscany's medieval hilltop villages like Siena, Volterra, San Gimignano, Monteriggioni and Colle de Val d'Elsa, where you will find local artisans at work in workshops on meandering cobblestone streets.
Our small group tour has a more relaxed tour pace so you can linger in laid-back outdoor cafes in Siena or at the villages' trattorias, filled with warm laughter and the delicious aromas of such local delicacies like ravioli in sage butter sauce. And your wine glass will always be half-full in Tuscany: its exquisite vineyards produce a range of acclaimed wines, from the hearty red Brunellos di Montalcino and Chianti to the citrusy white Vernaccias of San Gimignano. Wine tasting in Tuscany is one of the highlights in our escorted, guided Tuscany tour.
Tuscany isn't just about the quiet country life- the province claims one of the most sophisticated cities in Italy: Florence. This city is home to the Accademia, where you can view some of Michelangelo's classic works, including the Statue of David, as well as the Uffizi Museum, a must-see for art aficionados. Shopping mavens will want to head straight for Florence's trademark leather and gold shops. Florence is a city we truly love and we guarantee it will surely become your favourite as well.
We have carefully considered and planned each day to include all the best that this region has to offer. Join us for the Tuscan retreat of a lifetime!
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| 2010 - UPCOMING TOUR LINE-UP |
Exploration Peru, April 5 - 19 To launch our Exploration Series, Broad Horizons has teamed up with G.A.P. Adventures to deliver a superior, customized, exploration tour of Peru. Their award-winning trips and National Geographics "Best Do-it-all Outfitter on Earth" designation makes G.A.P. the perfect match for our Broad Horizons Exploration tour. Having just returned from Peru, tour leader Bonnie Hinschberger is anxious to introduce you to this fascinating country. (only a few seats left)
Women On Wales, May 11 - 21
Join tour leader Susan Pearson and become acquainted with all that is very special about Wales; its lush well-kept countryside, picturesque villages, fine gardens, medieval castles and quaint cottages to name just a few. (only 1 seat left) Please click on link below for complete tour details. Wales itinerary and pricing
Cruising Russia's Waterways of the Czars, Sept 2 - 12
There are many ways to travel through Russia, but none compares to the warm ambiance, easy going comfort and convenience of a river cruise, as well as the companionship of your tour leader Susan Pearson and Broad Horizons travel buddies!
For complete tour details please click on link below: Russian Cruise itinerary and pricing.
Women Wine Down in Tuscany, Oct 14 -27
Famous for its magnificent scenery, diverse landscapes, superb cuisine and extraordinary artistic legacy, Tuscany is one of the most beautiful regions of Italy.
As your tour leader, Mary Anne Bracewell is a founding member of Broad Horizons. For those of you who have travelled with Mary Anne on past BH trips you'll remember that laughing, exploring and sharing good times are Mary Anne's passions. For complete tour details please click on link: Tuscany itinerary and pricing
For 2010 we've chosen our most requested destinations. Since space is limited for these exceptional tours we encourage you to sign up today!
Phone (519) 660-6398 or Toll Free: 1- 877-844-5444
We'd love to hear from you!
When you have a minute, let us know what destinations you'd like to see added to our UPCOMING TOUR lineup. |
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| Travel Tip |
Airplane Stretches
If you're self conscious about doing these stretches in your seat and worry that passengers around you may stare or think you're weird, then do them in the bathroom.
Shoulder Shrug: Lift the top of your shoulders toward your ears until you feel mild tension in your shoulders and your neck. Hold your shoulders raised to your ears for five seconds then relax and resume your normal posture. Do this 2-3 times every two hours.
Head roll: Begin with your head in a comfortable, aligned position. Then slowly tilt your head to the left side to stretch the muscles on the side of your neck. Hold this stretch for 10-20 seconds. You should feel a good, even stretch. Don't over do it! Then tilt your head to the right side and stretch. Repeat this exercise 2-3 times on each side. Ankle twist: Point your toes and hold the stretch for five seconds, then stretch your feet up and back toward your knees and hold this position for five seconds. Next rotate your foot to the left, hold five seconds, and to the right and hold for five seconds. Repeat several times. |
| Final thoughts... |
Carpe Diem - Seize the day!
This week I read a thought-provoking article that seemed to be a perfect fit for the theme of this edition of Fe-mail.
The story begins with Charyn Pfeuffer - a freelance travel writer who will depart on June 2010 and travel to 12 countries over the course of 12 months, volunteering with 12 community projects. (Global Citizen Project)
This prolific travel writer has contributed to more than 80 publications in her career spanning 12 years. Not only is she planning to take a break from writing assignments, but she's embarking on this year of travel to honor her mom, who passed away from lung cancer 20 years ago.
With her mother's passing Charyn gained valuable insight that would shape her own life.
In her own words, Charyn writes:
"In 1990, exactly two weeks before my mother's passing, she disclosed a very short list of end-of-life regrets, including: 'I never went to Europe.' Her words, now my raison d'être, have inspired me to live life fully, spontaneously and with purpose. Okay, maybe it's also been influenced by some strong-willed Taurus tendencies (the blessing and burden of sharing a birthday with Earth Day), but regardless, I've made deliberate choices to live a life of travel."
I think we all know people who wish they had experienced more in life. Looking back their story is the same; they wish they had embraced opportunities more often. Without a doubt Carpe Diem (seize the day) are words to live by. As we begin a new decade, I encourage you to live your best, healthiest and most positive year yet. With this in mind I'll leave you with the last verse of one of my favourite songs - Flying On Your Own - by Rita MacNeil.
And when you know the wings you ride
Can keep you in the sky
There isn't anyone holding back you
First you stumble, then you fall
You reach out and you fly
There isn't anything that you can't do!
In closing, I invite you to join us for a fun-filled Broad Horizons tour in 2010. Make this year one to remember by experiencing the wonderful world of travel! We look forward to welcoming you onboard!
Susan
Susan Pearson
Founder, Tour Leader
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