Today Emilie returned from her two week vacation in Yemen. Let’s just say I’m glad she’s finally back – particularly given the developments over the past 24 hours regarding some cargo flights departing Yemen.
Based on Emilie’s description, it sounds like Yemen is a truly amazing place that offers a once in a lifetime experience for those visitors who make the trip. While there are indeed dangers that exist, the same can be said with respect to any travel destination that one might choose.
There are clearly rewards for those who go places that the average traveler won’t even consider –in the form of the people you meet, the perspective that you gain and the unique things that you see. And because of that I am definitely jealous of Emilie’s trip. But at the same time, it would have been difficult for me to gather the courage to go on such a trip (even if much of the perceived danger is far from the reality of the experience).
Fortunately, Emilie took hundreds of pictures so I have been able to experience Yemen a bit vicariously. The following are of my favorites.
Socotra Island
Morning calisthenics with Emilie’s father and the neighborhood kids...
Back on the mainland
Sana’a
1 comment:
You both have such exciting lives with all your travels. Hope you are enjoying your time in California. I will be there on Dec. 8. I'm sorry I will miss meeting Emilie.
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