How does one join the expedition?

First, you must decide if ours is the expedition for you. If you think it is, then you can reserve a space by sending the registration form with a $900 pp deposit (full program) or $500 pp (ground program). You should receive an acknowledgment and receipt within 30 days confirming your space reservation, assuming space remains. At this time we anticipate space availability limited to 100 persons. When that space is filled, we will form a small waiting list in case of cancellations. Those on the waiting list who cannot be accommodated will receive a full refund of their deposit.

You can cancel your space reservation at any time prior to March 31, 2001 for any reason, and receive a refund of 80% of your deposit. Cancellations thereafter will be subject to larger non-refundable penalties on a schedule that will be announced in a later bulletin. The schedule for payment in full will also be announced, and will be set no earlier than necessary to guarantee space for all registered participants. If you are undecided, $20.00 will keep you on our mailing list for further bulletins about the 2001 eclipse. (Announcement bulletins for future eclipses are send free to everyone on our mailing list.) If you join the expedition at any time, the $20.00 will be credited toward your expedition fees.

Your second step is to plan your itinerary. The expedition is planned with the assistance of Paula Foggo at Perry Travel in North Carolina. To assist you with your individual plans, for connections from your city of origin, and assistance with add-on destinations in Africa or elsewhere call Paula direct at 800/371-9361 (USA toll free) or 828/645-0257 (non-USA), or fax her your request at 828/299-8083.