Monthly Archives: October 2012

Fiji – A week in paradise

Posted on October 24, 2012 by David Helmers

We are wrapping up our week in Fiji and it has been the perfect rejuvenating break.  With hiking, snorkeling, SCUBA diving, paddleboarding, village and school visits, and many other activities keeping us busy – we have not been exactly “resting”. … Continue reading →

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A bucket list item fulfilled

Posted on October 16, 2012 by Anne Helmers

Anyone who knows me knows I’m a bit of an animal lover. My “bucket list” is centered around seeing select animals in the their environments and pretty much that is the reason we found ourselves in the Amazon Rainforest for … Continue reading →

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8 Days in the Amazon

Posted on October 15, 2012 by David Helmers

We had an incredible time in Peru.  Lima was fantastic and Machu Picchu was awe-inspiring.  We, however, spent most of our time in Peru in the Amazon at the Tahuayo River Lodge and the Amazon Research Center.   We boated … Continue reading →

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Peru – Lima and the Amazon

Posted on October 6, 2012 by David Helmers

After a whirlwind tour of Lima, we caught a very early morning flight to Iquitos.  (We loved the short time we spent in Lima and would like to return).  After dropping a few bags at the Amazonia Expeditions office, we … Continue reading →

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