frequently asked questions

1. What People are saying about the 2007 Journey
2. Suggested list of What to Bring
3. Suggested Supplements/First Aid (and how to use them)

What People are saying about the 2007 Journey

• It was like being on a show on the discovery channel !
• Terry is knowledgeable beyond any tour organizer on this Planet, joyful and WOW! what a great singer!
• I had such profound experiences with all of the sites. I am still processing.
• Fantastic…brilliant…thank you for sharing your knowledge!
• Terry made this trip the best vacation I have ever been on.
• Jeananne is an angel of compassion. No one could have done a better job. She remained Calm, Strong and Beautiful.
• The Ceremonies created a sense of reverence before entering the sites and I feel they deepened the energetic connection between us quite quickly. Ceremony is so lacking in everday life and I love the way it seems to slow time down to almost a standstill.
• Beto is simply the best ... how do you put a price on loving hugs!
• Flower Essences added to the depth of ceremony as we entered the sites, enhancing the experience.
• Jeananne is very connected to the spirit world and it's nice to see that she so freely shared it with all of us.
• I have come away a much calmer person, and I know my heart Chakra is finally open. Ceremony is now part of my daily life. This trip gave me the pleasure of doing soul work in community rather than alone and I can hardly wait to do it again.
• Beto is interesting, funny, abstract, very hospitable. Very tuned into people's energies. …thank you for looking after us.
• I felt fortunate in participating in a spiritual journey with such open hearted, knowledgable people.
• The sense of community in our group was incredible - something I now crave - something for me to continue to create in my life...
• The cheque is in the mail for next year!

Suggested list of What to Bring
suggestions only … in no particular order

• Your valid passport. Make two photocopies of your passport. Leave one at home (if possible with your emergency contact) and store the other hidden in your luggage separate from the original.
• A copy of your flight schedule and travel insurance. Also leave one copy of these at home with your emergency contact.
• It is also a good idea to leave a photocopy of your credit card and debit card at home with your emergency contact.
• Money: While U.S. dollars are accepted everywhere, you generally get better deals when shopping with Mexican Pesos. You can use ATM machines to withdraw Pesos directly from your bank account either with a Debit card or Credit card (don't forget your PIN). Or bring U.S. or CDN dollars and use banks/money exchange stores (there are lots of these) to exchange your dollars for pesos.
• Day pack or large purse to carry water, snacks, hat, sunscreen, cover-up, etc. during our visits to the sites.
• Good walking shoes. We will be walking a lot.
• Sun hat is a must.
• Sunscreen and insect repellant. Be prepared for both the beach AND the jungle.
• Swimsuit, snorkel gear, beach towel. There will be a beach or swimming pool at all the resorts. Swimming is a great way to start and end each day.
• Lightweight and comfortable clothing made of cotton or 'breathable/wicking' synthetic material. Hiking slacks that unzip into shorts are ideal. Mid-length cotton skirts can also be very comfortable.
• Cover up clothes, such as a lightweight and light-coloured long sleeve shirt and socks to wear in your sandals. These items can provide welcome relief from the sun and protection from insects.
• A Pashmina type wrap (lightweight shawl) or jacket. The evenings can cool off a little, especially near the water.
• Watch/Travel Alarm Clock. We have a tight schedule and don't want to leave anyone behind. Please make sure you have something that helps you be on time.
• A lightweight waterproof windbreaker is also suggested. Although the climate is mild in December, be prepared for climate in the 21st century and all that entails. Google "Cancun weather" to get the latest forecast.
• Tissues (nose and bathroom) and liquid hand sanitizer. Bathrooms outside of the major hotels and restaurants may be lacking in some amenities.
• Personal medications and supplements. (See separate list of suggested supplements that can help you stay comfortable during your journey.)
• Contact lens solutions as well as prescription eye wear.
• For women: bring tampons even if you are not expecting your period. Travel schedules, climate change, different food, and spiritual work can all alter your cycle unexpectedly.
• Small flashlight - for our journey into the caves and other personal use.
• Sleep mask and ear plugs for light sleepers.
• Small knife (remember to place this in checked baggage, not carry on).
• Reading material.
• Camera, film, and extra batteries for everything or a battery charger.
• Special food or snacks such as protein bars, dried fruit bars, trail mix, etc. There will be days that lunch is delayed and you will want something to nibble on. (Remember to bring food that doesn't need to be refrigerated. Canadian meat is not allowed into Mexico.)
• Small sacred items to carry with you and to be placed on the altar during ceremony.
• Small journal/notebook and pens to record your experiences/dreams and "down-loads".
• Small, fold-up travel umbrella.
• Be prepared for travel in the 21st century, and all that entails.
• Remember that carry-on luggage cannot contain liquids and gels in containers larger than 100ml; and all liquids and gels in carry-on luggage must fit into a medium sized (20.3cm x 17.7cm) clear plastic Ziplock bag. If in doubt put items into your checked bag.

Suggested Supplements/First Aid (and how to use them)
Items can be purchased online through the Wild Rose Clinic or from your local health food store.

• Para-Tech (Wild Rose Product)
   - Keeps parasites at bay and also helps keep your liver 'cool' while traveling in a hot climate.
   - Take 2 pills 2 times a day, beginning a couple of days before you leave, and continue for a few days after you return home.
• Deodorized Garlic pills
   - Take 1-2 pills each day to help your immune system stay strong and to feed the 'good' bacteria in your intestinal tract.
• Di-gest
   - Digestive enzymes can help ensure that you are properly digesting everything you eat, keeping your digestive tract clean and parasites out. Take 1-3 pills with meals. Dosage depends on the size and density of the meal.
• Berberini aka Huang Lain Su
   - If all the above supplements don't keep the parasites at bay, Berberini is one of the best remedies for resolving diarrhea and cramping from intestinal parasites.

 - As a parasitic preventative, take 2 tablets twice daily while you are traveling
• Tea Tree Oil
   - Great overall antiseptic for cuts and scraps.

 - Can help keep your toothbrush sanitized (one drop on the bristles after each use … you'll get used to the taste).
 - Also good to gargle with if you feel a sore throat coming on (2-3 drops in a small amount of water).
• Dream Cream (small jar)
   - Excellent for soothing sunburn.

 - Will refresh hot, tired feet and does a pretty good job at relieving sore muscles.
 - Dream Cream also works really well on insect bites and weird rashes that can mysteriously appear while traveling in hot places.
• Band-aids and Moleskin (prevents and protects blisters)
• Basic First Aid items
  - Please bring your own small supply of basic first aid items.
• Medicated Lip-balm with sunscreen
• Allergy medication if you are prone to hay fever or over-react to insect bites.
• Cold sore medication if you are prone to cold sores.
• BEVC (Wild Rose Product)
   - An anti-oxidant that helps prevent wrinkling and can offer us snowbirds some protection against skin cancer

 - Excellent for the immune system if you are prone to getting colds/flu when traveling.
 - Take 2 tablets twice daily; 3 tablets twice daily on flying days.
• Bug Spray
• Sun Screen
• Prescription Medication

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