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EXPERIENTIAL TRAVEL

[Your Name Here] — Sun, 19 May 2013 17:05:52 +0000

EXPERIENTIAL TRAVEL- Morocco is known for their colorful and delicious cuisine. Instead of simply sitting at a restaurant, why not learn how to cook your own tagine from the masters themselves? Faim d'Epices is the place to go. This independent cooking school is on a sustainable farm with olive and citrus groves abound. Only a 20 minute drive from Marrakech, group sizes are kept small to give each individual a quality experience. Run by Michel Paillet, he keeps the mood humorous, light, and highly educational. Learn the intricacies of Moroccan spices, how to knead flatbread, and prepare msemen pancakes.

MANA POOLS

[Your Name Here] — Thu, 16 May 2013 17:25:49 +0000

MANA POOLS- This Unesco World Heritage Site is a remote and wild national park in the heart of Zimbabwe. Mana, meaning four in the Shona language, refers to the four pools in the Mana Pools national park. Each pool boasts a full flavor of hippos, crocodiles, zebras, antelopes, and of course elephants.

LUXURIOUS GREAT MIGRATION

[Your Name Here] — Mon, 13 May 2013 16:16:17 +0000

LUXURIOUS GREAT MIGRATION- The insurmountable vastness on the rolling plains of the Serengeti, lies the infamous migration of the largest herd of animals in the world, the wildebeest. This phenomenal spectacle stemming from the natural cycles of life, can be enjoyed in luxury with the Phinda Private Game Reserve. Let your eyes be amazed during the day, and let your body basque in the evening.

REMOTE

[Your Name Here] — Wed, 08 May 2013 23:14:02 +0000

REMOTE. North of Timbuktu in an isolated piece of the desert lies the centuries old, Festival au Désert. This annual music festival in Mali features Tuareg music as well as music from all corners of the globe. The festival has attracted big names like Robert Plant and Manu Chau. The Sahel, camels, breathtaking music, create an unforgettable experience.

The storied Festival will be held from February 20-22 in Oursi, Burkina Faso this year due to Islamic militants who have taken over the north of Mali. Additionally, the Festival au Désert will travel as a "Caravan of Artists for Peace and National Unity", giving performances at the Festival on the Niger in Ségou and the Festival of Mali in Bamako. Let 11.7 take you there to support the musicians, the dedicated organizers and brave Malian people who keep on keeping on.

BUNGEE JUMP

[Your Name Here] — Mon, 06 May 2013 16:49:04 +0000

BUNGEE JUMP into Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe. Need we say more?

SAFARICOM MARATHON

[Your Name Here] — Thu, 02 May 2013 23:37:03 +0000

SAFARICOM MARATHON. The race is a unique experience in that the marathon takes place on a game park filled with lions, elephants, rhinoceros, and cape buffalo with no physical barriers between the runner and the wild. One of the top ten marathons in the world, Safaricom Marathon is not only a tremendous reward of endurance and strength, but it also raises funds for education, health, community development, and wildlife conservation throughout Kenya. Mark your calendars, 29th June 2013 at the Lewa Wildlife Conservancy in northern Kenya.

R & R

[Your Name Here] — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 21:47:49 +0000

R & R. Bushmans Kloof Wilderness Reserve and Wellness Retreat is described as an ecological oasis. Located in the foothills of the Cederberg Mountains, Bushmans Kloof includes over 130 ancient Bushman rock art sites and is located in the Cape Floral Kingdom. Soak in the ancient landscape, nature, luxury, and hospitality. This 7500 hectare reserve, is sure to have something to peak your interest.

AKSUM

[Your Name Here] — Sat, 27 Apr 2013 17:32:47 +0000

AKSUM. Fancy some ruins dating from between the 1st and the 13th century A.D.? This UNESCO World Heritage Site features monolithic obelisks, giant stelae, royal tombs and the ruins of ancient castles from the ancient city of Aksum in Ethiopia. In its heyday, Aksum was the most powerful state between the Eastern Roman Empire and Persia. Venture back in time at Aksum, where pilgrims still travel to this day to revere its religious and spiritual importance.

CATARACT

[Your Name Here] — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 01:13:30 +0000

CATARACT. Known as one of the most beautiful waterfalls in Central Africa, Kongou Falls in Ivindo National Park in eastern Gabon is a 56-meter wall of glory. Bathe in the waters as forest elephants pass you by. If you are keen on ecocamps, a stunning base camp is at your disposal, with composting toilets and solar energy. Reservations can be a bit tricky, so let 11.7 comb out the fine details.

ONE OF SEVEN

[Your Name Here] — Fri, 19 Apr 2013 01:32:55 +0000

ONE OF SEVEN natural wonders of Africa, Mt. Kilimanjaro is a site to be seen. Known for it's breathtaking views and distinct vegetation zones ranging from cultivated lands of coffee and maize at the base, to rainforests, moorland, alpine desert, and the ice cap at the summit.

The great part is, even a novice hiker can complete the task of climbing to the summit. It is definitively not a stroll in the park, but a little hard work will afford an experience of a lifetime. 11.7 can help you get to the summit before the ice cap receeds furthur and the once legenendary glacier is gone.