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Portugal
Trip Newsletter
"
Elke, where do I
begin....You've
done it again, you've organized an amazing trip that has
allowed us to have unbelievable expriences....I look
forward to the next time."
Heather Z.
March
25- April 8, 2006 (15 days)
After
three weeks back it still seems strange that the trip
has come and gone. I cried the last day by the
ocean at the awesome privilege of being able to visit
this heaven on earth.
Betty
and I hosted 20 Canadians, ages 39-80, artists, partners
and friends for 15 glorious days in the blooming
springtime of the Algave, Portugal. Gentle palm
trees, blooming Mimosa, calla lilies, wild iris, shasta daisies, freshsia, and the sweet poignant scent of
orange blossoms greeted us daily.
Rugged
twelve story high golden fossiled cliffs line the warm
sandy beaches. Fishing boats dot the teal tropical
waters in the early morning. A loud horn would
signal an incoming boat. The fresh catch would
available within hours at the fish market along the
shore.
We
had six intensive art days amongst Moorish architecture,
castles, red tiled roofs, pottery, fishing villages,
vanilla blooms, trumpet lily trees and cobble stone
sidewalks. A wrong turn landed a few of us in
ancient streets so narrow we had to fold in our car
mirrors and hold our breath.
Gypsies
and local farmers lined the markets with their wares of
woolen sweaters, blankets, fresh sweet fruits and
vegetables, fresh almonds, fig cakes and tourists
trinkets.
I
think the Portuguese think Canadians don't eat
enough, our plates came so full and there were always
many courses. Fish soup, fish salads, Baked
fish, duck l'orange, and almond cake were some of
our favourites.
All
of us were prolific with many sketches, journals,
paintings and over 10,000 pictures taken to remember the
experiences. Many in our group were bird watchers
and interested in the tropical vegetation.
At
times we laughed so hard our cheeks and bellies
hurt. It was contagious. Many new friendships
were made, lives transformed, rest and healing transpired
and creativity was inspired, in this most encouraging
tour. A fabulous combination which we all celebrated!
As
I sat in the plane ride home, I contemplated
another trip, who knows where ... and look forward to
traveling together again soon. Love and light, Elke
Trip
included a stay at Hotel
Quinta das Figueirinhas at
Senhora
de Rocha, Algarve, Portugal, featuring fully equipped
kitchens, living room, two swimming pools, and a 200
meter walk to the ocean. Return flight, Toronto to
Faro, Portugal, all taxes, accommodation, shared 4 door
car, unlimited mileage,
welcome and farewell dinners and orientation coach tour.
