Travel is fatal to prejudice, bigotry, and narrow-mindedness, and many of our people need it sorely on these accounts. Broad, wholesome, charitable views of men and things cannot be acquired by vegetating in one little corner of the earth all one’s lifetime.
– Mark Twain
Welcome to our travel blog! This is our first post. Below is a map of our anticipated route around the world! We would love to hear from you — any tips, suggestions, or things you think we should see along the way! Just let us know (in comments), and thanks in advance for sharing!
Below is a picture of our home city — Indianapolis! So we remember what we are leaving behind…
Great pictures!! I haven’t heard from Max, Zoe or Jackie. Nothing long but what are your impressions.
It would be nice if we had just one street with that pedestrian count & that kind of sidewalk marketing. Looks great
I keep asking the kids to post. Zoe has been taking notes about all the different experiences, noting comments and remarks she finds noteworthy and funny, so when she writes, she should have material to share!
As for second part, yes, there is virtually no similarity between Tokyo and Indy in terms of street level activity! 40 million people make for a vibrant place! We are having a GREAT time so far!
Come on guys. We are waiting for your impressions. all of you
Bob, after 24 hours of waking travel and being on time zone that is 13 hours ahead, give us time to get bearings. Will post in next day or two.
Just a little anxious.
I know… we made it. all is well. I just posted our first part of Day 1 (I know we’ve been gone for 2 days, but we’ve only been here less than a day).
So excited for you all! Post LOTS of pictures – we will “live through you”! Can’t wait to see the Africa wildlife!
Be safe!
Love and Hugs! ❤️❤️❤️❤️
Just remember–being flexible when buses or planes are late will be an important skill…..
This is awesome…we want to know where you are going in India and in South Africa as we have friends in SA who know Indy well and would welcome you…plus India is fresh in our minds…Jaipur, Old Delhi, the Taj…how wonderful for you all!
Jackie and Mike
I love the camouflage!
Hurray! So excited to be able to armchair travel along with you! Assume you already have this site bookmarked for finding interesting places to see, but just in case… https://www.atlasobscura.com/
Thanks much, Laura! That is a fantastic website with lots of great options to consider.
Wishing you extraordinary and safe travels. Can’t wait to hear about all your adventures. (The Canada hat is a good idea!) Love to all.
I’m so happy for you all. Have a wonderful time. Prayers for safe travels. Be nice to each other! And savor the family time as well as the travel and cultural adventures! We love you and wish you well. XOXO
Thanks, Rob! We are excited that the departure date is finally here! Have a great summer!
I’ll be following along with great anticipation, guys! Have a brilliant trip!
One request though… Please, please, please keep collecting unique names; I want to know if you can top, Pepsi, La-a, Xtyl!
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xx
Bon voyage!
Have an amazing trip!
I hope to see long Blog posts every day from Jackie, Zoe and Max. Especially Jackie. Try to sample the culture and food in every area. Don’t get too tired and have FUN.
Looks like a great trip! No Greece or Russia?
Have a safe and wonderful trip! I can’t wait to hear all about it when you return. And yes, it will probably take me 80 days to pull our SKL class together for our next social anyway.
Good luck to you all, what an amazing adventure!