Wanderlust and Lipstick Newsletter - August 2008
Hello Wanderluster!
I’ve just returned from:
Nedonna Beach on the Oregon coast by motorcycle (lovely but long ride in traffic).
I’m going to:
Park City (for fun) and Salt Lake City for the Outdoor Retailer Show; Santa Fe (including an opera); and Walla Walla to visit a friend, drink wine and eat Walla Walla onions 
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Wanderlust and Lipstick Tours
Dreaming of Bhutan or Africa? Join a tour, bond with other Wanderlusters and experience some of the most remote places on earth.
In April ‘09, I’ll be leading another small group on an amazing 12-day trip to BHUTAN. This tiny Himalayan country is nestled between Tibet and India and sees very few travelers each year. This women-only tour will include some very special opportunities to meet the beautiful Bhutanese people. We’ll take a cooking class, visit a nunnery and donate books to school children. Here’s your chance to travel with other WanderGals and experience one of the world’s emerging travel destinations. See more details.
(Psst - Now’s the time to go. The government recently raised its daily tariff so future trips are sure to be more expensive.)
For a visual journey of Bhutan, visit my WanderGallery.
JUST ANNOUNCED - A 15-day Migration and Hiking Safari in Tanzania for February, ‘09. Led by Leslie Nevison of Mama Tembo Tours, this amazing adventure provides the opportunity to meet people from the Datoga and Maasai tribes as well as view wildlife, including elephants, monkeys, lions, elephants, hyenas, hippos, zebras and more. This is a once in a lifetime opportunity.
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July Contest Winner!
Last month’s contest winner for sharing the love by forwarding the Wanderlust and Lipstick newsletter to the most people was Christina. I hope you’re sitting down because Christina forwarded the newsletter to 58 people! Way to go, girl. You win a pair of Teva sandals!
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World Eats
While we’re still enjoying warm weather, this month try a cool Greek salad using Myscha’s Simple Greek Vinaigrette dressing. This mouth-watering recipe includes just a few ingredients and will surely add a kick to your cukes and tomatoes.
For more recipes, peruse Myscha’s blog, World Eats and Readers’ Treats.
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Share the Wanderlust Love and Win a Pair of Tevas
Christina is the new record holder for having forwarded this newsletter to 58 people. Thanks, Christina!
With summer still hanging in there, you, dear Wanderluster, could also win a pair of sandals from Teva (that’s my Teva-clad feet at Tiger’s Nest in Bhutan!)
Simply forward this email to all of your travel loving friends. The person who forwards this to the most people in August will win a new pair of sandals for summer. How easy is that?! (Please note that you must use the link here in order for me to track the forwards.)
Not only will sharing the love give you a chance to win, but you’ll be doing your friends a favor by letting them in on the hip tips, information and fun in each Wanderlust and Lipstick newsletter!
Go Teva! Go Teva! Go Teva! Go Teva! Go Teva!
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Traveling to India?
My India manuscript is finally at the printer’s. This means it will be just a short time before boxes of books get delivered to my lovely home and I start shipping them out to YOU!
Wanderlust and Lipstick: For Women Traveling to India is the only comprehensive resource for traveling to India that is geared specifically for women.
At last, you WanderGals will have your very own guide addressing the joys and difficulties of traveling in India.
If you’re considering a trip to the subcontinent or know someone who is, now’s your time to get in on the savings!
Pre-order your copy today for just $14.95 (save $2) and be among the first to receive a signed copy of this unique guide.
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Wander Recommendations
On the Bookshelf
In the iPod
Introducing Spam Allstars
Definitely not Spam but definitely Allstars. From the moment I loaded this CD into my iTunes, it has stayed in rotation there. This Miami-based band blends funk, Latin, hip-hop, horns and electronica on this CD. The band’s members have played with a wide range of musicians, from rock to jazz stars, and they bring with them diverse backgrounds, creating a blend that includes everything but the kitchen sink. Shake your bootie!
In the DVD Player
The Great Match
This is the lovely story of three sets of soccer fans doing all they can to watch the 2002 World Cup. The catch is that they live in the Sahara Desert, Mongolia and the Amazon rainforest. I think this could quite possibly be one of the most beautifully filmed movies I’ve ever seen.
WanderGear Review
If you’re concerned about keeping your toothbrush germ-free (and who wouldn’t be if I put it that way?), then the iZap from VIOlight is for you. Using UV technology, this handy little holder zaps away 99.9 percent of germs and bacteria on your toothbrush. Toss out that nasty holder you’ve been using. At under $20, iZap can be the newest fun item to add to your toiletry case. Read more…
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What’s in Your Medical Kit?
Hey gals - send me your list of favorite items in your travel toiletry bag and you’ll be entered to win a Savvy Traveler medical kit (including syringes, bandages, meds and more) from Adventure Medical Kits.
Do you like to carry it all or are you a pack-light-buy-it-when-you’re-there kind of traveler? Either way, let me know!
Send your list to beth at WanderlustAndLipstick dot com
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Traveling with Children
Leslie and Michelle are now in the process of editing Wanderlust and Lipstick: Traveling with Children.
From the response I’ve seen, I know you moms are excited about this one!
The book is going to be an awesome addition to the Wanderlust and Lipstick series and will definitely inspire you gals to travel now that you have kids!
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Wanderlust in the News
I’ve recently begun writing for Transitions Abroad as their Women’s Travel Columnist. Bookmark the page and check back as I will regularly be contributing to this fabulous online magazine and information resource.
And, in case you’re wondering, this past month I was interviewed by Budget Travel Magazine, USA Today, Soroptimist International, First Magazine and the Christian Science Monitor. Seems everyone wants to talk about travel!
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WanderGear from Cafe Press
Hey, Wanderlusters! Ya gotta check out the new t-shirt design that is now available at Cafe Press. This free-wheeling biker chick (you don’t have to be one to appreciate her) is a design from Elizabeth Haidle and is featured in The Essential Guide for Women Traveling Solo. It can now be yours…
Wanderlusters across the country have been ordering products from the Wanderlust and Lipstick shop at Café Press! Be an insider and join others by treating yourself to a fun and funky Wanderlust shirt, messenger bag or coffee mug.
P.S. - I can fully attest to the awesomeness of this T!
Go on, be a Wanderluster!
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Got Wanderlust?
Do you or someone you know have “the bug”? Gotta get out and travel?
Don’t wait another moment to pick up a signed copy of Wanderlust and Lipstick: The Essential Guide for Women Traveling Solo!
That’s right. Order directly through my website and I’ll personally inscribe a copy to encourage your (or your friend’s) travel dreams.
Each signed copy of Wanderlust and Lipstick is just $15.95 (save two bucks!) with free shipping.
Read reviews for Wanderlust and Lipstick!
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Travel Well!
Beth