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Travel Fairs Around The World

January 22, 2016 by Exploretraveler.com Leave a Comment

Travel Fairs Around The World

The San Diego International Travel Fair just closed. It was an informative and fun show. In the above picture you see four members of our team brainstorming with Samantha Brown from the Travel Channel. Samantha is host of Great Weekends, Passport to Europe, Passport to Latin America and Great Hotels on the Travel Channel. She also does several other shows on the Travel Channel. Our team was privileged to pick her brain and her lecture was extremely valuable. There was lots of information for the professional as well as the casual traveler.

Travel shows give you a chance to see what is coming in the next year. The airlines have promotions and many tourist companies are there world-wide. You also get the opportunity to connect with many leaders in the field of tourism. You will see many culture shows, native dances, and of course there are many lectures given by renowned speakers. All of the speakers are carefully chosen. No matter if you are looking for a new adventure, or if you travel for a living, the travel show is a good place to start.

The travel show is like having the whole world at your fingertips. For our team, the question is always…..where should we go next? Travel is an adventure and you want to plan your trip carefully. Our team spends many months planning our itineraries. For us, the goal is to see all we can see and then come home and share it with you. The Travel Fairs give us the opportunity to see many representatives from many different countries.

If you are wanting to explore the world, then start with a local travel show. Almost every city world-wide has a travel show. At the show you can see many destinations at once. Where are you dreaming of going? Where should you stay? How much will it cost? What should you do while there? These are some of the questions you may have. If so, the Travel Fair is a good place to start. Some shows are extremely large and those are amazing. But even the small shows are valuable.

The travel Fair also gives you a chance to ask questions. There is nothing any more valuable than being able to get all your questions answered ahead of time. Good research makes it possible for you to save money, plan wisely, and see more. When you are going on an adventure, you want to see and explore all that you can. You will see a lot of competition at the travel shows. It will give you the opportunity to check out companies, and to get the greatest bang for your buck.

No matter what type of traveler you are, it is wise to learn all you can before you go. It is the wise traveler who seeks out several different companies. Travel Fairs give you the chance to do your homework wherever you may be living. Our team has lived all over the world and the US. Wherever we are , we make a point to attend the local Travel events. Big or small, we always learn something, and have a good time while we do it.

Make this the year to get out of the house and start your research at your local Travel event. Then when your research is done, book your adventure with confidence. Make your preparations and we will see you in the sky!

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The Ring-tailed Lemur Of Madagascar

January 22, 2016 by Exploretraveler.com Leave a Comment

The Ring-tailed Lemur Of Madagascar

The Ring-tailed Lemur of Madagascar beckons you to join him at the San Diego Zoo. These Lemurs live in almost complete isolation on the Island of Madagascar and other small nearby islands. They live nowhere else in the world and are one of the world’s most endangered species. When you look at the Lemur you might wonder if he is a cat. Or is he a mouse? Or could he be a raccoon? It is clear that they are a Ring-tailed Lemur when you look at their tail. They can often be found in many zoos world-wide. This little fellow calls the San Diego Zoo home.

These Ring-tailed Lemurs love to go leaping from tree to tree. Their unique hands and feet allow them to move through the trees with ease. They are awesome to watch as they fly through the air, making their way from one tree to another. They have many similar talents that as their cousins the ape and the monkey. However, unlike some of their cousins, they can not use their tails as the fly from tree to tree. Depending on how large they are, the Ring-tailed Lemurs often make their homes in the fork of branches or holes they may find. They also use leaves in many of their homes. Now that is ingenious! These little mammals are creative! They are inventive! They are imaginative!

The Ring-tailed Lemur spends a lot of his time on the ground. This is quite different from other Lemur species. Most Lemur species spend almost no time on the ground. They are not as graceful on the ground as they are, when leaping from tree branch to tree branch. They stand tall on their hind legs, but usually move about on all fours.

Lemurs have unique and extremely powerful stink glands under their tails. They love to mark their territory for all to know. This decisive action tells other troops that this space is owned by this troop. Believe me, if you can smell, you will smell these efficient manuals when they mark their territory. During mating season, each male will all try to out stink the other. Wow, that can be for one smelly area!

The Ring-tailed Lemur is a Herbivore. He spends much of his time forging for fruit, which makes up most of his diet. He also likes leaves, the bark of trees, flowers of many kinds, and the life-giving sap of the tree. What a healthy diet! Maybe, we need to take lessons.

The Ring-tailed Lemur lives in groups, known as troops. These troops can vary in number from 6 to 30 Lemurs. An average size troop is around 17. All troops have both male and female with one of the females being dominate. She is in charge of the troop!

Madagascar has a mountain range which splits the country in half and creates many different climates. They have green lush rainforests, with the West side of the mountain being dry and the South is extremely dry. These small mammals evolved to fill the niches of each area. There is one type of Lemur that spends his life in the marshes of Madagascar, feeding on the reeds of the marsh. There are many types of Lemurs, each one has his own special niche in the country of Madagascar and his own specialized diet. The Ring-tailed Lemur is no exception, as he lives in an area where fruits and leaves are abundant with beautiful blossoms and trees with life-giving sap. It almost sounds like Lemur paradise!

The Ring-tailed Lemur is happy and content at the San Diego Zoo. San Diego is usually sunny and dry and many types of bushes, berries, flowers, and other fruits grow almost wild. This makes this area perfect for these Herbivores. As long as there is plenty of food, and lots of trees, they are happy campers. Have you ever considered coming to visit? They promise to provide entertainment! What an adventure it is to spend the day at the San Diego Zoo. The days are sunny and warm, but not too hot and rarely get too cold. Why not bring the whole family and make it a Zoo adventure? The Ring-tailed Lemur is waiting with all his friends.

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Desert Big Horn Sheep At The San Diego Zoo

January 21, 2016 by Exploretraveler.com Leave a Comment

The Desert Big Horn Sheep

The desert Big Horn Sheep welcomes you to the San Diego Zoo. The days are sunny and nice in San Diego. You will find the Big Horn Sheep resting in the sun. They love the Southern California Desert climate. They may not seem to be the most exciting of animals, but wait till you get to know them. Things may change when you get acquainted. They are avid climbers and enjoy a good audience. They can live in some of the worlds steepest and harshest environments. Take time to hang out for a while and get to know these most amazing local and talented animals.

The Desert Big Horn Sheep can be found in the wild from the San Jacinto Mountains near the town of Palm Springs, California, to the United States-Mexico border. They love the beautiful Southern California high desert. Did you know that these sheep were very surefooted? Amazingly, they only walk on their third and fourth toes of each foot. The bottom of each foot is very soft, making them the magnificent surefooted climbers that they are. Their ability on the rocks is stunning. They are a walking local wonder at the San Diego Zoo.

Both the males and the females have a nice set of horns. However. the male has the largest rack of horns which he uses against other males quite often. It is not uncommon for male Big Horn Sheep to engage in head butting. In the wild, things can get quite intense during the breeding season. Things stay fairly calm at Condor Ridge in the San Diego Zoo. There is only one male in residence. The females are not known to engage in this exciting activity.

These beautiful big horn sheep live on both sides of the border. They often wander across Highway 8 between San Diego County and Mexico. It is not unusual to see them in the high desert areas of Highway 94 also. These magnificent sheep rule the high desert and the border means nothing to them. They are also seen crossing Highway 2 between San Diego and Baja California. The Desert Big Horn Sheep are truly international. Those that live at Condor Ridge are fortunate. They do not need to dodge cars to move from ridge to ridge. They are free to roam over 1,800 acres of desert. Life is good at the San Diego Zoo.

This fantastic sheep loves living life on the edge! The edge of the canyon is their home. They move from rock to rock, crevice to crevice. If you are looking for a local adventure, then come on out to The San Diego Zoo. Here you will find the most talented Desert Big Horn Sheep. Take a few minutes and you will quickly become friends. Watch them interact with each other during times of playful activity. They love their environment at Condor Ridge. Things can really get exciting at Condor Ridge! These amazing sheep love to climb and jump!

So pack up the family and head for the San Diego Zoo. The Desert Big Horn Sheep are waiting!

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The South American ‪Guanaco‬ At The San Diego Zoo

January 17, 2016 by Exploretraveler.com 1 Comment

The South American ‪Guanaco‬

What could be better than getting to make friends with a South American Guanaco?What a joy! These beautiful and graceful animals are related to the camel. They have a soft woolly coat that is treasured by weavers, knitters, and those who crochet. They are extremely easy-going and over the years were domesticated. The Llama and the Alpaca are the results of their domestication. What a treasure to be able to use their wool. Their under-belly, hind quarters, and the backs of their slender legs are most generally white. The Guanaco’s narrow head, tall straight ears, and back of their neck are most often gray. It is unbelievably soft. It is much softer than the wool of sheep. All three of these fibers are an asset to any needle worker. The Guanaco is amazing!

When standing at attention, they are less than 4 feet tall at the shoulders. They are much shorter and smaller than their cousin, the camel. The male Guanaco can often weigh up to 265 pounds. They appear much slimmer and more delicate than the camel and they have no hump. Know that appearance is deceiving, as they are extremely strong and durable.

Due to their even temperament, sure footedness, and just all around dependability, they make awesome pack animals. They have the patience of a saint. These wonderful pack animals seemed to know where to plant their feet. They handle small canyon trails like a pro. This was yet another reason they were domesticated and we now have Llamas. The Llama makes wonderful pack animals, just as their ancestor, the Guanaco. If you need a dependable pack animal, you will want a domesticated Guanaco or Llama. Life is steady and sure with a Guanaco.

Another ability that was quickly recognized is their worth as guard animals. They make awesome guards for flocks of sheep or goats. Thus you often see their domesticated version, the Llama, guarding the flock. When predators do come for a visit, the whole neighborhood knows it. It is usually a cougar or a wolf looking for a meal. Their deathly shrill-like scream will wake up the dead. At the San Diego Zoo, if a trainer happens to walk past their enclosure with a wolf, the whole pack will begin screaming. A predator is a predator, even on a leash. Guanacos and Llamas are worth their weight in gold.

If you need an animal that can make their way fast on uneven and desert terrain, you will want the Guanaco. They are avid runners and can be clocked at 40 miles an hour. Baby Guanacos called guanaquitos or chulengos are avid runners soon after birth. The Guanaco is not shy around water. They are excellent swimmers and treasure a day lying around in a stream in the country-side. If you want a good running buddy, then the you will want a guanaquito. The two of you can grow and run together, and when you need a break, find a stream.

So, when was the last time you spent a few minutes admiring the magnificent Guanaco? If you have never spent time with these trustworthy animals from South America, then why not grab the family and head for the zoo? The weather is usually perfect for a day at The San Diego Zoo.

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The Adorable Meerkat At The San Diego Zoo

January 13, 2016 by Exploretraveler.com 1 Comment

The Meerkat At The San Diego Zoo

This adorable meerkat is a bundle of joy. You will find him at the San Diego Zoo. He is cleaver and fun! He is a member of the Mongoose family and comes from South Africa. This meerkat, like all meerkats, lives underground in burrows. Around 40 of these cute little animals form a group, called a mob or sometimes a gang. If one of these little guys is adorable and cute, what about 40? A mob of meerkats must be a riot! What fun to watch!

The meerkat mob is fascinating. Yes, there are security in numbers, but there is more. They keep companionship with each other. They play and frolic with each other throughout the burrow. They also spend a lot of time grooming each other. This keeps the mob a tight family unit and safe from outsiders. They may be mostly family, but it is not necessary to be family to be in the mob. There is usually one pair that is the head of the mob. They also have the most offspring. What a deal is that!

Over the years the meerkat has adapted to the dusty and arid Kalahari Desert in South Africa. Take a look at those dark patches around the eyes. Are they mob makeup? No, not really, they help to control the glare of the sun. I am sure that comes in handy at the San Diego Zoo also. Then check out those long pupils! Now that surely gives them strong side vision. All those special accessories and a special cover for the eye when burrowing. They have like a thin film that protects their eyes from the dirt and other things in the earth. Even their fur is thin and their skin is dark. This helps to protect them from getting a sunburn. These little fellows are really well equipped!

Another special piece of equipment are their scent pouches that are under their tails. Much like a dog marks his territory, so do the meerkat mobs. The problem comes when two mobs mark the same area. These cute little adorable meerkats can be vicious in a fight. They solve their problems by having fights that are brutal and end up in someone’s death. They fight to the death, much like a street gang in our cities. The results are almost always tragic and sad.

Like all small animals, the meerkat is a delicious treat for larger animals. The eagle, jackal, and falcon all find meerkat on the menu a delicacy. When the mob is out looking for food, there is always one mob member on guard. If danger presents itself, he whistles or barks and all run for cover. There are many emergency holes and each meerkat knows where they are. The guard makes a different warning sound if it is a land threat or a threat from the air. This is all just part of mob teamwork!

Another awesome thing about the meerkat is that they have a matriarchal society. The females are slightly larger than the males and yes, grandma is in charge! The dominate female usually has several litters of pups a year. She spaces them out so they come during times of plenty. It takes a lot of food to feed all those hungry mouths.

Not only do the mob have guards, but they have babysitters. The busy mom has lots to do looking for food to feed her growing family. Others will stay behind to teach the young while mom is out looking for food with the gang. Here in the burrow, they learn how to hide when there is danger. They also learn how to hunt. There are always many insects in the burrow for them to learn with. Life in the burrow is not dull! Another lesson they learn early is how to clean and groom themselves and each other. Deep bonds are formed in these babysitting clubs. The pups spend most of the day in play. When they are happy and content they purr, much like a kitten. The happier they are, the louder the purr.

Sometimes it becomes necessary for the mob to move to a different burrow. These babysitters must help to carry the pups. Since mom has so many litters close together, she can not do it all. The more babysitters a burrow has, the higher the survival rate is for these precious pups.

If you have never spent some time observing a meerkat, you do not know what you are missing. The mob is happy and content at the San Diego Zoo! While not come on out and meet the gang? They love visitors and will do their best to entertain you. So hop in the car and head for the zoo. Fun is waiting at the San Diego Zoo!

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Flamboyant Flamingo‬ ‪‎Lagoon‬

January 12, 2016 by Exploretraveler.com Leave a Comment

Flamboyant Flamingo Lagoon

Flamboyant Flamingo Lagoon at the San Diego Zoo in Southern California is alive with color. These vibrate colored Flamingos delight the young and the young at heart. As for the staff, they must be bewitched. What a delight to the eye! Can you imagine coming to work daily with such beautiful birds? The Flamboyant Flamingo Lagoon is the talk of the zoo! Kids can’t believe it. Adults are overtaken by their beauty. How amazing this friendly bird is. How quirky and fun! Is there any other location any prettier? These beautiful flamingos must be the talk of the zoo!

How can you help but be instantly drawn to these amazing birds? With their vibrate color, they make the most magnificent welcome committee as you enter the zoo. With over 100 of these marvelous Caribbean Flamingos to greet you, you will be quickly captivated by their quirky behavior. They are utterly amusing! Their theme seems to be, “the more the merrier.” You can also view a smaller colony in the zoo’s Urban Jungle.

Three large and beautiful beach areas, an island just for nesting, and a spacious lagoon of water that gently circulates make the flamingos know that they are at home. So how can we be sure they are happy in their home at the San Diego Zoo? Perhaps because they continually lay their eggs and hatch chicks.

If you are fortunate enough to be at the zoo during the time the colony is mating, it is fun to watch the males courting the females. They do not always mate each year. In years of drought they will not mate. Happy flamingos will have lots of mud at nesting time. At the zoo, there is no drought! The entire colony of birds mate at one time. So there will either be no baby chicks in the colony or lots of baby chicks in the colony.

The flamingo reaches sexual maturity sometime around 6 years of age. It is then that they are ready to breed. These beautiful flamingos construct their nests deep down in the mud with stones and feathers. Building the nest is hard work! It can take both parents about 6 weeks to build the perfect nest. In these nests that are about 12 inches high, they will lay their egg. There they lay one chalky-white large egg. It is very rare for a flamingo to lay more than one egg. The parents take turns incubating the egg and protecting it from harm. They incubate the egg for about 31 days before it then hatches. The entire colony will help in the raising up of the young chicks.

The babies will have feathers that are gray and white. It will be about 3 years before they sport feathers of pink, orange and red. The beautiful colors of the Caribbean Flamingo is actually due to their diet. Their diet of algae, plankton , aquatic insects and small shrimp is what gives the flamingo their beautiful feathers of pinks, oranges, and red. When the flamingo sheds, he loses his colorful feathers. He then will start over like a juvenile. In time, with a continued good diet, he will once again sport his flamboyant colors.

So when is the last time you have spent a few hours with the flamboyant Caribbean Flamingo? Maybe it is time to make your way to the San Diego Zoo. The flamingo welcome committee will be waiting.

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Marceline’s Confectionery

December 4, 2015 by Exploretraveler.com Leave a Comment

Marceline’s Confectionery

Way down deep in Disneyland, you will find a place so special. A place where caramel apples are made the old-fashioned way……Welcome to Marceline’s Confectionery. Marceline’s Confectionery will care for your sweet tooth, the old-fashioned way. Lots of treats from the past. New treats join in the fun! This is the land of Candy Paradise!

Cotton Candy is spun just for you. How awesome to watch! Confectionaries are baked until they are ready for your plate. Fudges of every kind are cooked just perfect! Delight yourself in the magic of the moment. The candy apples are spectacular! Have several different truffles, they will cause your mouth to water. All those colorful lollipops, are so huge and beautiful, like a rainbow. What a delight is Marceline’s Confectionery.

At Marceline’s confectioner, you will find the best of all the sweet treats our country has to offer. Marceline’s gathers her recipes from every section of our great land. And best of all, you can watch them being made. Now how cool is that?

You can even design your own special treat. Go bonkers over the chocolate almonds. They are the best! And what about those chocolate-covered marshmallows? Just when you thought there could be nothing more under the sun, the oven opens and ………more goodies are coming our way!

Have you ever had a chocolate-covered honeycomb? Well, now you can, at Marceline’s Confectionery. She bakes the honeycomb and then dips it in a hot chocolate to coat. Not even the bees make a better looking comb! Be careful though, they may want to haul them back to the hive. What a delightful treat!

Now what child would not want to make her own pixie stick? The pixie stick is a huge lollipop. Watch your sons and daughters swirl and twirl the stick. Watch as it begins to take shape. What a candy artist they are turning out to be. Marceline’s Confectionery is unique in the world of sweets.

This special Confectionery has the honor of being named for Walt Disney’s hometown. Can it get any more special than that? For those who are ready to take the leap and head for Disneyland, California USA… Marceline’s is easy to find. But what about the armchair traveler who is thinking, but whose mouth is watering already? There is no need to worry. The Explore Traveler Team has discovered that there is a website. Now you can order up to two weeks ahead of your arrival. Not sure where to go in Disneyland? No problem, there are several stores throughout the resort. You can even request them to be at the gate for pick-up. They are literally at your fingertips. Now that is special!

A special note to those living closer to Disney World in Orlando. Marceline’s confectionery can be found there also. You will not be deprived!

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Marceline’s Confectionery (Main location)

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Other locations throughout the Disneyland® Resort

Disneyland® park
Candy Palace, Main Street, U.S.A.
Pooh’s Corner, Critter Country

Downtown Disney® District
Marceline’s Confectionery*

Disney California Adventure® park
Trolley Treats

Walt Disney And Mickey Welcome You

December 3, 2015 by Exploretraveler.com Leave a Comment

Walt Disney And Mickey Welcome You

Walt Disney and Mickey welcome you to the magical world of Disneyland, California USA. It’s a world of laughter! It is a world of fun. Year around, Disneyland comes alive with enchantment. Clever and spectacular decorations are everywhere. Let your imagination roam free, in the land of magic. Walt Disney and his friend, Mickey, are ready to welcome you to the most amazing celebration of all time. It is a world of fantasy characters with astonishing costumes. Characters come alive in the world of yesterday. Walt Disney welcomes you to the land of make-believe.

Get ready to sail the world in “It’s a small World After All.” Characters from around the globe appear singing the theme song in their native language. Take off on a whimsical boat ride with children from around the world as your hosts. From the moment that Walt Disney and Mickey welcome you in the gate, it is non-stop entertainment and fun. Come on in and lets celebrate.

Enjoy the world of “Frozen.” The snow has fallen and the ice is blue. What a sensational experience. Here you will frolick in the land of Frozen, while enjoying the mild sunny days of Southern California. This sensational story that has swept the hearts of people the world over is continuing at Disneyland. Enjoy the thrilling experience as you see old friends and meet new one.

Catch a train ride on Thunder Mountain. Watch the world of Frontierland come alive. Stop by the Big Thunder BBQ for an all American lunch. While you’re so close, visit the Thunder Mountain Ranch. Here at the ranch you can pet, brush, and enjoy the many ranch animals. This will be an amazing experience for animal lovers of all ages.

From the time that Walt Disney and Mickey greet you, adventure is everywhere. There are costumed characters from all the Disney movies. Explore the homes of Mickey and Minnie. Get your sea legs wet as you check out Donald’s Boat. Race around the city with Roger Rabbit. The thrill has just began.

And what about all the princesses and Cinderella? How beautiful they are. Be sure to check out Sleeping Beauty’s Castle. Take a walk through the castle. Explore the world of Sleeping Beauty. The castle is priceless! The custums are breathtaking. This is a world of dreams! Come along with us and explore Disneyland California USA.

Check out the many celebrations that happen year around. Christmas is a time of magic. The Christmas Fantasy Parade features all the regulars along with Santa, Mickey and all the crew. Parades are fun and you will see a cross section of all your favorite Disney friends. Mickey, Minnie, Goofy and more, look festive in their sensational holiday garments. The streets come alive with Toy Soldiers in their bright red uniforms and big black hats. Walt Disney knows that a good parades makes the World of Disney even more fun. So there are parades for every special season. It’s time to celebrate! The fun has just begun, at Disneyland California USA. So why not load the family in the car and head on out to Disneyland. Adventure is waiting in Southern California.

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It Is A Small World Holiday Magic

November 27, 2015 by Exploretraveler.com Leave a Comment

It Is A Small World Holiday Magic

It is a small world after all and Disney has made it come alive in Disneyland California USA. As you approach, you will hear the music playing! Upon arrival, catch the next boat, as you join others on the water cruising through the waterways. As you sail along, traditional holiday songs of the region will ring out through the air. And there is of course the amazing and traditional music of “It’s a Small World.” Can you hear the lyrics in your heart? Are they coming alive in your head? Join in as we all sing: It’s a small World After All!

It’s A Small World After All

It’s a world of laughter, a world of tears
It’s a world of hopes and a world of fears
There’s so much that we share that it’s time we’re aware
It’s a small world after all

It’s a small world after all
It’s a small world after all
It’s a small world after all
It’s a small, small world

There is just one moon and one golden sun
And a smile means friendship to everyone
Though the mountains divide
And the oceans are wide
It’s a small world after all

It’s a small world after all
It’s a small world after all
It’s a small world after all
It’s a small, small world

Join the happiest cruise in the world. Sail around the globe, meeting new friends as you go. Of course you will also see old friends as you all join together to sing the songs of the season. What fun the holidays are at the Magic Kingdom’s, It’s a Small World After all, in California. It is fun for the family! Experience the amazing sight of thousands of lights. Lights of many colors adorn the attraction’s magical cities from around the world. You will sail past a wintry wonderland. What an astonishing world-celebrating waterway. You will enjoy sights from around the world. Hear their tunes and see their towns. Decorations from each culture abound. Their special songs and holiday wishes will make this the best holiday ever.

Starting with Toy Soldiers to Chinese Beauties, there will be over 300 animated dolls in the costumes of their country and region. What amazing fun to discover so many places, so many dolls, so many dreams. Their traditional costumes will delight you, their music inspire you. Join in the fun! Meet new friends and embrace all your old friends. This is a spectacular holiday experience!

Discover a fantasy world made with love. Lots of lace, glitter, and paper-mâché. Colorful construction paper and lots of buttons finish the job. This is a simple world. As you sail from the Alps, to the tropics, to the deserts and the plains. You will be singing the theme song in each language. How amazing to sing it in Spanish with the happiest Mexicans in the world.

Es un mundo pequeño después de todo

Un mundo de lágrimas
Es un mundo de esperanza
Y un mundo de temores
Es mucho lo que compartimos
Es el momento en que estemos conscientes de que
Es un mundo pequeño después de todo

Es un mundo pequeño después de todo
Es un mundo pequeño después de todo
Es un mundo pequeño después de todo
Es un mundo pequeño, pequeño, pequeño

Solo hay una luna
Y un sol dorado
Y una sonrisa significa
amistad para todos
Aunque las montañas nos dividen
Y los oceanos son anchos
Es un mundo pequeño despues de todo

Es un mundo pequeño después de todo
Es un mundo pequeño después de todo
Es un mundo pequeño después de todo
Es un mundo pequeño, pequeño

So while you are at Disneyland California, USA, catch the next boat for a world cruise. Sing this famous song in English and Spanish and five other languages of the world. Sing with the French and get excited with the Germans. Relish the Peruvian reed flutes and keep the beat with the Tahitian drums. This is one of the most popular exhibits that Disney ever did. It is so well attended and relished that every park has one modeled after the California Park. If you have never been to “It’s a Small World,” then get ready for a treat. Get your dancing shoes on and your singing voice tuned up, as It is a Small World After All.

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Exploring The Natural World Of San Diego

November 4, 2015 by Exploretraveler.com Leave a Comment

Exploring The Natural World Of San Diego

Exploring the natural world of San Diego is amazing. It is fascinating! San Diego has a delicate balance with nature. The Mediterranean climate is perfect for nature’s wonders to thrive. Colorful flowers bloom on her magnificent coastline. They are hidden from view, from her highways and byways. Exploring these beautiful flowers will be a delight. Their beauty is magnificent! Here you will discover the many shy creatures that have taken up residence. These little creatures sing songs of pleasure on a sunny day. They sing in the wetlands. Some come out as the sun sets in the Western sky. Have you ever heard a Katydid sing on a nice pleasant evening?

Another jewel in San Diego’s natural environment are the beautiful Torrey Pines. These beautiful pine trees like to stay clustered out of view from San Diego’s Coastal Highway. They are so stately! San Diego has several Natural Reserves that cradle and protect her most vulnerable natural delights. Here you will find outstanding and unique natural flowers, trees, and wildlife. One of these reserves is Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve. The reserve is an outdoor wilderness in the midst of a sea of urban life. This is the home of our nation’s rarest pine tree, the beautiful Torrey Pine. Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve has several trails waiting for you to begin exploring.

Within the reserve is the San Diego Bay National Wildlife Refuge. Here you can explore 316 acres of salt marsh and coastal uplands. These wetlands are vanishing quickly.Within the reserve the birds, animals and flora are protected. Over 90% of San Diego’s Wetlands have been drained and filled in. They are now a vanishing part of urban life. This makes these reserves a very critical part of San Diego County. When the marshes disappear, so do the beautiful flowers that call them home. In time the small animals disappear. The birds are no more.

Sweetwater Marsh is home to 4 of these species that are endangered. Have you ever seen the Light-footed Clapper Rail? This beautiful bird of about 15 inches is gray-brown with a cinnamon-colored belly. Have you ever heard the call of the Light-footed Clapper Rail? In summer their calls sing out through the salt marshes. In the salt marshes they are protected. Exploring this beautiful refuge is a delight. Take time to sit and just listen. Listen to the call of her many creatures.

Take time to hike the many high broken cliffs overlooking the ocean. There are spectacular deep ravines and beautiful headlands. San Diego abounds with many places of natural wonder and beauty. Take time for exploring all the different reserves, marshes, headlands, and beaches. Exploring these beautiful wonders is an adventure in the making. Watch the small animals that call these endangered flowers and trees home. Seek out her many treasures!

Exploring the natural wonders of San Diego makes for a fascinating experience. Listen to the Katydid sing in the night! Hear the call of the Light-footed Clapper Rail as he calls across the marsh. Admire the Yerba Reuma Herb, which grows naturally in the sandy soil. Spend the day hiking this amazing region, exploring the wetlands, mudflats and eel grass beds. Listen to the sounds of nature! Admire the flora. It is all waiting, in San Diego!

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