David S. Demarest

Sally and I spent the last week in Playa Del Carmen, about 45 minutes south of Cancun in an area known for its expansive sandy beaches and clear turquoise waters.  Specifically, we stayed at the Hotel Mimi del Mar, a comfortable and small hotel located on the beach in the center of town. Playa del Carmen […]

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Following is the latest update from Gap Adventures regarding the upcoming May trips.  While I remain hopeful, I am increasingly resigned to the idea that plans may not work out as hoped.  According to the torch relay website, the torch is not scheduled to be in Lhasa until June 21st.  Conflicts in Lhasa, Tibet Posted: […]

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While in Colorado I received a message from Gap-Adventures that all Tibet tours have been cancelled for the month of April.  Given the continuing unfortunate situation in and around Tibet, it is appearing increasingly likely that my trip starting May 4th will also be cancelled.  It is difficult to imagine that much will change in the next 30 days.  […]

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April 1st I flew to Boulder to join my cousin Pete for a couple of days fishing on the western slopes of the Rockies.  First day we drifted the Roaring Fork River with a guide, the second day we shore fished the Frying Pan River on  our own.  Fishing was successful on both days.  For […]

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