Each trip we took was a unique family adventure and it was fascinating to observe the kids as they became older with each trip and how their perspectives matured as they saw more and more of the world in all its glory. We invite you to share in our experiences.
Our Trip Destinations!
Japan (2000)
Plain & Western US (2000)
Heartland & Southern US (2001)
Europe (2001)
Great Lakes & Eastern US (2002)
Alaska & Northwestern US (2002)
Mexico (2003)
Hawaii & California (2003)
Asia & Australia (2003)
Greece & Africa (2004)
Japan & China (2005)
S. America & Antarctica (2005)
Travel Episodes
Jody's Overview
(S.America & Antarctica)

After eleven previous trips and several years of planning, we were about to begin ...
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Monica’s Russian Rescue
The first morning in Antarctica we hiked five kilometers through snow and rock covered beaches to see penguins...
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S. America & Antarctica (2005)
Our final trip to meet our seven continent goal was filled with excitement and anticipation for each one of us — and the trip certainly exceeded our expectations.  Our 24 hours in Antarctica was an incredible experience…and it turns out several media outlets were interested in our story — see the “In the News” section under the Credits and Disclaimer link on the bottom right footer of any page.
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Magnificent harbor, fabulous beaches, Christ the Redeemer statue...
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Santiago, Chile
A lively city nestled at the base of the picturesque Andes Mountains...
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Punta Arenas, Chile
One of the last (southernmost) big cities in South America...
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Antarctica
Penguins, seals, remoteness, isolation, and strikingly beautiful...
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