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fter years and years of only talking about our one special vacation trip, it is finally going to happen in August. We’re off to the country of Iceland for seven days under the direct supervision and guidance of the Smithsonian Institution. Since this tour has a booking rate of 100% months in advance, getting seats during Iceland’s ‘Late Summer Months’ was very surprising. Our original plans were to make this trip in July but between my summer camp schedule and talking about the pro & cons of such a trip, all of the July tours sold-out. So it was Iceland in August or Yellowstone National Park. You do the math!

A long time ago I always thought my dream vacation was Australia. Over the course of time and place my views and desire to see the land down under have changed. Yet surprisingly I’ve always had a hidden yearn for Iceland, it’s location, name and kindred spirit to do things a very unique and special way. The attraction is basic; I grew up in such a place and time so in essence I’m returning home…only a few hundreds of miles from separation to reality. There are a few key elements that can be assured if not guaranteed. There will be no swimming with the Rays or drinks with red die #2 umbrellas. The research is underway and time is a wasting writing this article!