In October 2008, my mom passed away from complications of Alzheimer's. She loved to travel and was my travel partner for a long time. She was with me when I made my first international trip which was to England. And to this day London is one of my favorite places to visit.
Even inher advance stages of her illness, she always remembered her travels and talked about the next trip she was going to take. Before she had gotten too sick she had put away a little money and she told me she wanted me to use it for an amazing trip. Its not a lot of money but I am really good at stretching a dollar. That talent I got from my mom.
So after much thought I decided to take a trip to a place I have wanted to see since I was a little girl, AFRCIA!!
I will be traveling with my 12 year old son. I found two tours that include both Africa and Egypt, which Egypt is my son's dream destination. I found two tour companies I like that have really good prices. I definitely want an escorted tour. I am still looking into some other tour companies and waiting quotes, but unless they can beat the two I have already found I will be going with one of these two.
With the number of people traveling dropping airlines and tour companies are offering some really great deals. Africa is not really in a budget travelers range but these days, it's amazing what you can get. A year ago airfare alone to Africa was about $5000 for economy but today you can get tickets for $1600.
Check back soon to see which tour company I decide on and follow our planning and preparation for our dream vacation.
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