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America's Vacation Deficit Disorder: Who Stole Your Vacation?
Submitted by admin on Wed, 06/16/2010 - 10:43

A new book from The Global Scavenger Hunt's Event Director and author of A Blind Date with the World and On the Origin of the Species homo touristicus is due out May 2013.

It is illuminating and is sure to set the tone for summer vacation controversy. Let the debates begin...

Come meet and hear the Event Director and author speak at the following book signing and event locations:
 

(July 1st) Vancouver, BC - tba

 

(May 18) Traveler's Bookcase in Los Angeles at 7:00PM  (8375 W 3rd Street, Los Angeles)
(February 16 & 17) Santa Clara Travel & Adventure Show (Santa Clara Convention Center)
(January 25 & 26) Chicago Travel & Adventure Show (Donald E. Stephens Convention Center)
(January 24) Traveler's Bookcase in Los Angeles at 7:00PM  (8375 W 3rd Street, Los Angeles)
(January 12 & 13) Los Angeles Travel & Adventure Show (Long Beach Convention Center)...come by and visit our booth too #144 Sat & Sunday!
(January 7, 2013) Distant Lands Travel Store in Pasadena @ 7:00PM (20 S. Raymond Ave., Pasadena)

About the book and author
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“...it's flawless... our best adventure ever--and we have had a few! We want to do the whole thing next year."
- April C., Pensacola, FL (2010 & 2011)

"It is the Amazing Race for real travelers."
– Randy H., Newport Beach, CA (2004)

"Delicious..."
- Scott S., San Francisco, CA (2004)

"extraordinary...think the Amazing Race, but without cameras, staged stunts or prize money...unforgetable" - from Have Mother, Will Travel book, 2012

"I couldn't get The Global Scavenger Hunt out of my veins last year. I had to go again!" - Barbara S., Providence, RI (2009 & 2010)

 

 

 

 

 

"Three weeks of learning to be a better person and to be able to leave behind a slightly better world."
- Christine L., BARBADOS (2009 & 2010 & 2013)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


 

"We are so happy we did this memorable adventure...Amazing Race without being eliminated and less silly too!"
- Bev & Buz N., Phoenix, AZ (2009 & Century Club members)  

 

 

 

 

"An adventure like no other; it changes your view of the world and captures your heart."
- Zoe L., Houston, TX (2008-2013)


 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

"The first time was amazing and just plain overwhelming. The second time I did it was just as amazing and it overwhelmed me all over again. I may be a Global Scavenger Hunt junkie!"
- Vicki S., Dallas, TX (2004 & 2005)

" Makes you feel alive in the world…it was exciting, exhausting, crazy, beautiful, illuminating ...every emotion, experience, issue crammed into three weeks, four continents, thirteen countries...it was one of the most amazing experiences of my life. I'd do it again in a minute."
- Claire F., Palm Beach, FL (2008)

“One of those seminal moments in my life. Not only fantastic, but after completing the event I gained a stronger desire to make a difference in the world."
- Trevor G., Seattle, WA (2005 & 2009)

“A wonderful itinerary. It's like Christmas every day and looking forward to opening another present each day and not knowing what it will be…each location unwrapped a new surprise." 
- Steve H., Los Angeles, CA (2008 & 2009)

“The Global Scavenger Hunt was the most amazing adventure of my life…a perfect 10! This trip is kick ass!" - Andy M., Dallas, TX (2008 & 2009)

"…the Chalmers' are  travel evangelists in the true sense of the word." 
- Wendy H., Austin, TX (2013)

“The big question is whether you are going to be able to say a hearty yes to your adventure.” - Joseph Campbell (1904-1987)

“It is like Survivor, The Amazing Race, and the Eco-Challenge all rolled into one except with MUCH more cultural interaction…the creative brain power, communication skills, and strategic planning required far outweigh all those other competitions." - Marvin S., Alberta, CANADA (2002)

 

"...a once in a lifetime trip that (I) would heartily recommend!"
- Steven B., Competitours CEO (2004)

 

"Fun, fun, fun…it tests one's ability to interact with indigenous people and societies everywhere. I would recommend this to real travelers who seek a real adventure."  - Andrea B., New York, NY (2008)

“The Blind Date with the World aspect a wonderful experience…think about it, you go on a trip around the world BUT you don't know where you are going? It was truly exhilarating."  - Victoria R., Bellingham, WA (2002) 

"I feel like a thrillioniare!"
- John T., Manhattan Beach, CA (2012)

"Wow. Twenty three days of WOW!"
- James D., Toronto, CANADA (2011)

"An experience that places you outside your box…not for the faint of heart."
- David A., Houston, TX (2011 & 2012)

"It challenges you to open your mind and heart. IT WAS LIFE CHANGING!"
- Natasha N., Houston, TX (2011 & 2012)

"The mystery of not knowing where you're going and the joy if finding destinations that weren't on your radar screen gets in your blood. Yes, we're addicts..." – Kit & Joanne, Vancouver Island, CANADA (2008, 2010 & 2012)

 "This is the most interesting, challenging and just plain fun trip on the planet!"
- Andy V., Bonn, GERMANY (2008)

 

"This was the best three weeks of my entire life." – Angel Q., Culver City, CA (2012)

"I am a jaded old traveler, but I got to visit six new countries; and revisited old one's like I could not have imagined."- Brent W., Wyoming, USA (2012 & Century Club member)

 

"Thank  you for showing me the real world..." – Emily B., Pensacola, FL (2011 & 2012)

 

"The event is all about authentic experiences, feeling challenged and actively participating...that's all!" - William D. Chalmers (Event Director aka The Ringmaster)

"...I think I found myself saying 'another perfect day in paradise' a dozen times over that last few weeks!" - Katrina A., Sydney, AUSTRALIA (2012)