A preview of our newest 2011 Expeditions

Click here to see images. December 2010   Our next catalog arrives in early January, and we wanted to give a preview of the new National Geographic Expeditions that you will find inside. On our new Kenya Photo Safari, head out with just 12 travelers to capture images of wildlife with the guidance of a veteran National Geographic photographer. Ply Russia’s waterways from the Caspian Sea to Moscow on the beautiful riverboat M.S. Volga Dream, or soak up the majesty of Yosemite and Sequoia National Parks. Embark on a voyage aboard the National Geographic Explorer that brings you to the Azores, Madeira, Canary, and Channel Islands; or head out on one of our family expeditions, including our new Irish Family Adventure. We've also expanded our popular Weekend Photography Workshops to two additional destinations: Chicago and Miami’s Key Biscayne. Take a look at these new expeditions below. We hope to explore with you in the new year! Kenya Photo Safari 11 Days • July 21–31, August 1–11, August 24–September 3 11 Days September 3–13, 2011 Kenya is an ideal setting for a photo safari: rolling grasslands teem with dazzling herds of zebra, giraffes canter against the silhouette of Mount Kilimanjaro, and the Maasai people carry on their traditions. Head out on a safari designed to maximize photographic opportunities, and enjoy a rare chance to take portraits of the Maasai people. Stay in exclusive tented camps, and travel with just 11 other photographers and a National Geographic photographer. Learn more. Russian River Journey: The Caspian Sea to Moscow 16 Days • October 1–16, 2011 On a journey aboard the deluxe M.S. Volga Dream, cruise from the Volga River Delta on the Caspian Sea to Moscow. Discover iconic onion-domed churches; stroll through gems such as medieval Nizhniy Novgorod; and examine the collection at the Kremlin’s State Armory before opening hours. Extend your trip in St. Petersburg and explore its magnificent cathedrals, palaces, the Hermitage, and the famous Amber Room. Learn more. Yosemite and Sequoia National Parks 8 Days • August 13–20, August 20–27, September 17–24, 8 Days September 24–October 1, 2011 From towering stands of giant sequoias to the dramatic crag of El Capitan, the landscapes of Sequoia and Yosemite National Parks are iconic, colossal, and truly spectacular. Gaze up at the legendary trees with a naturalist, and take in Yosemite's glory from many angles on a variety of hikes. Meet a Miwok Indian elder, and learn about Yosemite, John Muir, and Ansel Adams with a park historian. Learn more.   Island Odyssey: Azores, Madeira, Canary, and Channel Islands 16 Days • May 2–17, 2011 Discover diverse cultures and breathtaking landscapes on a unique island-hopping voyage in the eastern Atlantic aboard the National Geographic Explorer. Venture to a remote, unspoiled islet in the Canary Islands. Experience Old World charm in seaside towns that have retained their Portuguese and Spanish flavors. Go whale-watching off the Azores, explore volcanoes and spectacularly dramatic coastlines in Madeira, and delve into the rich maritime history of the stunning islands off England's southern coast. Learn more. Irish Family Adventure 10 Days • July 8–17, August 5–14, 2011 Immerse your family in the natural splendor and vibrant culture of western Ireland. Explore the Dingle Peninsula, go on walks amid the spectacular lakes and mountains of Killarney National Park, and stay at the historic Adare Manor in Limerick. Get a taste of traditional Irish life during encounters with a local storyteller and a fisherman, and at a performance of Irish music and dance. Learn more. Weekend Photography Workshop in Chicago 4 Days • May 12–15, August 11–14, September 29–October 2, 2011 With the skyscrapers that rise above its historic downtown, the graceful parks that line its lakeside, and a vibrant music scene, Chicago is a great city to photograph. In the company of photographer Catherine Karnow, meet working artists in the neighborhood of Wicker Park, and capture sweeping vistas of the Chicago River. Learn more. Weekend Photography Workshop in Miami and Key Biscayne 4 Days • May 5–8, 2011 Settle into our base at The Ritz-Carlton on beautiful Key Biscayne, a barrier island just south of Miami, and set out on photo assignments with photographer Raul Touzon. Capture the sunset on the palm-lined beaches just outside your hotel room, and photograph the art deco architecture of Miami’s South Beach. Learn more. If you received this email from a friend and would like to subscribe to this or other National Geographic emails, click here. 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