The Savvy Traveller - October 2006 News

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Cross-Cultural Solutions - a volunteer abroad program for people of all ages with service ranging from a week to three months

READING GROUP

October 5 - Oaxaca Journal (Mexico)

November 2 - Istanbul Memories (Turkey)

Reservations are required by the Tuesday before each Reading Group

READING MATTERS

	Where the Ghosts Are
	San Sombrèro: A Land of Carnivals, Cocktails and Coups - the latest in the very funny Jetlag Travel Guide series.
	Micronations - a fascinating read about real people and real places you can actually visit (if the claimants will let you in).
	The World in Stamps - a new way to look at stamps as well as a look at many rare pieces
	Bum Bags and Fanny Packs - a comprehensive and entertaining translation dictionary available for those navigating the murky waters between American and British English
	A Field Guide to Roadside Technology - answers to many questions about the strange devices found along the roadside, from utility poles to satellite dishes

TRAVEL TOOLS

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month
A portion of the proceeds from the sale of ththis towel be donated to organizations working to find a cure for breast cancer.

Anne McAlpin's
Travel Towel

Packed with Karma	Eagle Creek Trade-In Offer - trade in any suitcase on wheels in relatively good condition for a new Eagle Creek product on wheels and get $25 off. Your used suitcase(s) will be donated to a homeless or women's shelter.