Globetrotting

Do you dream of palms swaying in tropical breezes, dense forests, exotic fauna and flora? Are you interested in learning more about other cultures? Have you imagined walking along a pathway beside trees covered with vanilla vines, seeing workers pollinating flowers or harvesting vanilla beans? Have you envisioned a culinary adventure tour where you can experience all this and learn about the local cuisine as well? If so, you will enjoy exploring globe trotting. Whether you prefer armchair travel or the real deal, this section is designed to pique your curiosity. Who knows? You may even sign up for a tour or take off on your own to experience one or more of the countries bordering the equator where our favorites - vanilla, chocolate, and coffee -- thrive.

Globe Trotting contains articles on the people who grow, cure, trade, or are in some way involved in vanilla production. Information on visiting the various countries that produce our vanilla can be found here, along with links to sites offering tours and trip planning. You'll learn about the sparkling beaches, archeological ruins, wildlife preserves, botanical gardens, theatre, arts, culture and much more found throughout the band that also brings us the tropical foods we value. Visit Globe Trotting regularly to see what's new.

• The Voladores of Papantla
• Meet the Growers
• Enchanting Tahiti and its Unique Vanilla
• Stories

Photo by Mardeene Mitchel
Art by Teodoro Cana