These soccer balls were donated to the youths in the Norwood Community in Montego Bay Jamaica! 

Dear Blog,


I've finally created a brochure to launch the 'Go to Senegal' phenomenon. I pray that whoever encounters this track will be inspired to trek to Africa.

Hello Blog,
The 'go to Senegal' is now in effect! For those truly seeking a self empowering journey or just need a vacation outside of the Caribbean this trip is for you. If you would like an informed scoop please visit www.tripadvisor.com. I found the reviews helpful. You definitely do not want to travel without no idea of where you are visiting.  


Peace & Blessings

I have great news! I've located an African focused tour company that will lend their expertise on lodging, tours & airfare for our trip to Senegal, West Africa. 
We are considering a 8 day tour. Please email us at globalsampler@gmail.com for itinerary details.

This snare drum is being donated to the Moi girls school in Kenya, Africa.

So far I've been researching itinerary for our trip to Senegal. I've been reading other blogger's experience in Senegal so now I'm pumped! I'm hoping which ever month we choose to visit, there will be some sort of festival so that we can really experience true culture!
Well, how much is this going to cost? It will vary. But if I were you, I would begin to save cash now! $2k is a start. You will have to consider airfare, lodging, food & tours! 
As you may already know, a passport required! Visas are not required for Americans for a stay up to 3 months!
Oh! The yellow fever vaccination is required! The malaria prophylactics  are recommended.
Right now, I have 6 possible clients (friends) who would like to explore Senegal! 

Why Africa? Why not? For someone who grew up with awesome parents and amazing siblings, there remained a tad bit of unnecessary selfishness on the inside. I knew all of my life the art of giving and its rewards, however, the idea did not come full circle until I visited Ghana, Africa. That particular journey resurrected my giving spirit. The people of Ghana were kind and very hospitable. We attended worship service, visited schools, dined in local restaurants and lodged at 4star properties.
Being a person of color, I believe that all people should want to visit Africa. Whether its touring Egypt to marvel at the pyramids or South Africa to gaze inside of the prison where Mandela was jailed for fighting for civil rights. It's human history! I'm often disappointed when I hear people say that they have no interest in trekking to Africa. But, then they're so passionate about visiting Italy! I'm not against visiting Italy and its on my 'to do' list but good grief! You're not Italian or Catholic!
Indeed, I also believe that christians should want to visit Israel where our Lord walked and prayed. But again, I hear the negative comments about the lack of interest of visiting Jerusalem.
This blog is all about encouraging the human spirit to 'undo' the trained psyche and to get excited about something new. An African quote says 'If you don't go, you don't know'! And I want you to be in 'the know'!

I recently pulled some photos from my Ghana trip. That trip was amazing. It was a 9 day trip and worth it. I went with a church group out of Marietta, GA and that group was a fun, personable & memorable group. Each day was filled with some type of adventure from touring the rain forest, trekking across single lane bridges to get to the other side of the rain forest. Oh my, we visited the burial site of the former President Kwame Nkrumah. His campaign was for independence. Ghana was the 1st African country to receive their independence from the British. Oh the banku stew was a delight for the taste buds. However, touring Elima was a hot an heavy historical day. We toured the St George's castle. These castles were no ordinary lifestyle of the rich but slave castles where the British and Portuguese housed Africans before shipping them off to the Caribbeans and the Americas to become slaves. History!

Thanks for visiting my blog! I mean it!
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Email us @globalsampler@gmail.com

DISCOVER TRUE CULTURE.....

FEED YOUR SENSE OF WONDER.......

                                                      

FIND YOUR AHHHHH!.................                                 

SAMPLE THE GLOBE.....

EXPERIENCE A GLOBAL SUNSET......

............IN SENEGAL..............

A re-post from the Senegal tourism website.....A former French colony, Senegal has a rich history and a vibrant modern culture. It is one of the most stable states in West Africa, politically pluralistic and ethnically diverse; the population (13 million) is overwhelmingly Muslim yet it does not seem religiously oppressive.
Everywhere you go, the people are hospitable and open, not yet jaded by mass tourism.

Brainstorming with like minds create such a positive impact on ideas. As we poke and ponder on ways to impact Africa, I will work non-stop to raise awareness and market this project. Senegal, West Africa may be a target location to venture. I'm thinking possibly a 9 day trip, loaded with cultural activities, as well as a little R & R. Now, how can I market this as a productive project versus the trade of a travel agent?

We were initially considering non-profit for Global Horizon but decided that this trekking idea has to hit the ground running immediately! We are excited and look forward to the next level of traveling. Our aim will be to energize the sociological spirit as well as the psychological.

Africa is the heart of the continents. Human history began in the Motherland. This continent set the stage for rulers and kingdoms to thrive. This organization believes that visiting the continent of Africa will enrich, engage, and cultivate people from all walks of life. One way to alleviate the concept of ungratefulness is to see how folks hunger for work, education, food and healthcare abroad.

It is the mission of Operation Impact to send students as well as families nationwide to experience Africa!
I had the opportunity to venture Ghana, West Africa and it was indeed a heartfelt experience.
We are seeking ideas, marketing tips, and clients who would enjoy and appreciate this trip abroad.