posted Jan 13, 2012 3:02 PM by Carissa HI-WSC
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updated Jan 24, 2012 10:04 AM
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HI-WSC's annual Winter Wanderlust speaker series is back! Join us this year for one or all of these great events!
Saturday, February 4th
Hostelling in Castles: Sleeping Royally at Pauper Prices
Planning
to hop across the pond this summer and looking for a unique experience?
Why not stay at a genuine European castle! From the Highlands to
the Riviera, Europe is awash with castles turned hostels -- if you know
where to find them. Together we’ll explore 10
of Europe’s best castle-hostels, many complete with moats, turreted towers,
panoramic views, and centuries of rich history. So whether your future plans include France, Spain,
Britain, Germany, Italy, Switzerland, or the Netherlands, you’re sure to find the
castle just for you! Just remember your HI
membership card, as nearly all these historic treasures
are HI affiliates.
When:
Saturday February 4th 2pm
Where:
HI-Seattle at the American Hotel, 520 S. King Street, Seattle WA 98104
Cost: Free! (Suggested Donation
$3)
Tuesday, February 7th Exploring
Tanzania
Tanzania is a country rich in cultures, natural beauty and
adventure. Learn about this friendly and fascinating country with
CulturaLinks USA's Rebecca Blankinship and her partner, Tanzanian native
Nyangusi (Stanley) Sirikwa at HI-Seattle on Tuesday, February 7th at
7pm! Rebecca and Stanley will be sharing stories, pictures and
experiences about life in Tanzania, as well as talking about their
upcoming Kilimanjaro climb for charity and ongoing volunteer
opportunities for travelers to Tanzania. Stanley has a unique
perspective, from growing up deep in Maasailand, to living in Europe and
having over 15 years of experience in the eco-tourism industry in
Tanzania. He has led many groups of European and American friends on
wildlife and cultural safaris and to the roof of Africa, Mt.
Kilimanjaro. Join Hostelling International and CulturaLinks USA for this
special event! Where: HI
- Seattle at the American Hotel, 520
S. King Street, Seattle, WA
When: Tuesday, February
7th, 7pm
Cost: Free! (Suggested
Donation $3)
About Us: Want to know more
about us? Check out our websites!
HI
- Seattle www.americanhotelseattle.com
HI - Washington State www.hiwsc.org
CulturaLinks
USA http://www.culturalinksusa.com/
Wednesday, February 15th
Tales from South America
Join Seattle travel writer Jon Meyer as he shares tales of daring
dos through his six month trip from Panama, Ecuador, Peru, Chile and
Argentina! Jon will be sharing stories, pictures and travel advice from
his journeys around South America, as well as reading an excerpt from
his book. Join Hostelling International for this great event! When: Wednesday February 15th, 7pm
Where: HI-Seattle at the American Hotel, 520 S. King Street Cost: Free! (Suggested donation: $3)
Wednesday, February 22nd
Seeking
Nirvana
Are
you interested in traveling and seeking the spiritual in India, Nepal and
Southeast Asia? Join experienced traveler and classically trained Yoga
instructor Robert Servine to learn about the different kinds of Yoga and
meditation available, how to recognize a good teacher or school and avoid
scams, and pick the right type of practice for you.
When:
Wednesday, February 22, 7pm
Where:
HI-Seattle at the American Hotel
520 South King Street
Seattle, WA 98104
Cost:
Free (suggested donation $3)
Wednesday, February 29thTraveling Nicaragua
Are you a traveler interested in the third world but
concerned about going alone? Have you
spent time listening to your friends warn you about the dangers of
Nicaragua? Join traveler Jessica Dally
to learn about her very recent experience traveling alone as a single female in
Nicaragua. Learn a bit about the
country, places to go and things to see and how to get around safely in the
second poorest country in Latin America.
When: Wednesday, February 29th, 7pm
Where: HI-Seattle at the American Hotel
Cost: Free!
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