Dear Friends,

A cruise of the Galapagos Islands in late November is our last travel update for 2005 and the best in our lives! Everything was way beyond our expectation! The fearless wildlife posing with us for photos, the beautiful volcanic scenery, the variation of vegetation and the wonderful Ecuadorians, especially those knowledgeable naturalists.

Kuei-mei's most memorable moments were snorkeling with the sea lions and watching the albatross' bonding by kissing with their long beaks. Neil's most memorable moments were sharing eye contact with a ¼ ton tortoise and watching floodlit night scene of sea lions, pelicans, boobies and a hammerhead shark feeding on fish all around the ship.

Thinking of you and the good time we shared, we wish you and your loved ones happy holidays and a wonderful New Year!

Hugs,
Kuei-mei & Neil