Off to Afree-kah again!

Old May 10th, 2010 | 01:56 PM
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Off to Afree-kah again!

All last minute, booked flights, pulled out the attire (surprisingly, even less than on previous visits... for sure will be way under the weight allowance; am getting real good at this and will still look great) and so will be out of here 31st May.

Stopping in Kenya upfront for 8/days visiting at Ol Pejeta, Lewa, Samburu. Then to Tanzania for 4/days before returning to Kenya for 6/days in the Mara.

Will be staying at Ol Pejeta Bush, Lewa Safari, Saruni/Kalama and SaSaab Camps. In the Mara at Saruni, Mara Plains and Sala's Camps. Thought to throw Olarro into the mix, but just couldn't add these days... boo-hoo! There's always the next time! And in Tanzania's Tarangire, Swala, Lemala and Oliver's.

It'll be a whirlwind for sure or is it the <i> "Amazing Race"</i> without the bitching! And for sure I won't be calling anyone an idiot/stupid... unless if talking to myself.

Back Stateside 19th June.
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Old May 10th, 2010 | 02:40 PM
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whoo-hoo! maybe we will cross paths!

Have a blast.

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Old May 10th, 2010 | 03:53 PM
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Sorry we'll just miss you!
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Old May 10th, 2010 | 05:13 PM
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While the Amazing Race references are over my head, your itinerary looks fantastic. Have a great time.
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Old May 10th, 2010 | 05:16 PM
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That sounds great, I hope someday I can go on safari. <sad sigh> But I look forward to hearing about your trip when you return. Bon Voyage!!
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Old May 10th, 2010 | 05:25 PM
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Cool!
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Old May 10th, 2010 | 05:35 PM
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Have a fantastic trip! I think you and I will bend elbows in Nairobi. Non-elimination leg. Or Pit Stop. Not sure.
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Old May 10th, 2010 | 06:11 PM
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Have a great time and looking forward to your reporting on your adventure when you return !
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Old May 11th, 2010 | 02:45 AM
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Sandi,

have a wonderful safari.

Cheers,

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Old May 11th, 2010 | 03:49 AM
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nancie -

Where are you staying in NBO.
I'm at House of Waine 1/nt and Palacina Suites the 2nd nt.
Believe we'll meet up at Lewa and Saruni/Kalama.
Whoopie!
A Fodorite GTG!
... see you in Afree-kah!
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Old May 11th, 2010 | 04:28 AM
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sandi, enjoy yourself many times over! Know you were kinda bummed out last year when you could go. Bring us back some great stories and pics.
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Old May 11th, 2010 | 08:51 PM
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Have a great trip Sandi! I've got 141 more sleeps.
Aloha!
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Old May 12th, 2010 | 07:59 AM
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Thanks guys.

Denis - Glad to hear you'll be returning! Where to, I don't recall if you did say where/when.

Dick - yes, I was truly bummed not having gone last year. Am really looking forward to this visit.
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Old May 12th, 2010 | 08:24 AM
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Back to South Luangwa Sandi. End of September.
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Old May 12th, 2010 | 12:48 PM
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Good for you Denis.
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Old May 12th, 2010 | 06:48 PM
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I too was bummed about not going to Africa last year. I did go to the San Diego Wild Animal Park with a group of Fodorites last year. It was fun, but not quite the same! Hippos this year! The last two Africa trips have been hippo-less.
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Old May 12th, 2010 | 09:55 PM
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So glad you are going, Sandi! And you too, Dennis - I was just thinking about our fun safari in 'Little Africa' last year at the San Diego zoo - it was fun!
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Old May 12th, 2010 | 11:01 PM
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Have a fabulous time sandi, looking forward to your report and pics.
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Old May 13th, 2010 | 12:04 AM
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Enjoy your trip, Sandi! Dennis and Lynda, we may have a mini-Fodorite GTG at the San Diego Zoo next week. Wish you could be there!
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Old May 13th, 2010 | 06:06 AM
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I'm happy for you, Sandi. It sounds like you'll be staying at some great places (as always).

<i>"...pulled out the attire (surprisingly, even less than on previous visits..."</i>

Does that mean you're leaving the nailpolish at home?
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