Itinerary

This is my formal itinerary. Things may change slightly, but will adhere pretty close to what I've got right now:

Region One: Asia: August 26th, 2013 – February 25 2014 

Focus on various Buddhist monasteries and their different conceptions of mindfulness. Seek out groups or individuals addressing past or present conflicts through mediation.   

Flight from Chicago to Kathmandu

            Nepal: August 28 – September 28

Flight from Kathmandu to India

            India:  September 28 – December 10

Travel between India and Burma

            Burma:  December 10 – December 25

Travel between Burma and Thailand

            Thailand:  December 25 – January 25

Travel between Thailand and Cambodia

            Cambodia:  January 25 – February 10

Travel between Cambodia and Vietnam

            Vietnam:  February 10 – February 25

Region Two: Middle East: February 25, 2014 – May/June/July 2014

Meet with individuals and groups involved in conflict mediation. Witness the different ways the conflict manifests in societies.

Flight from Thailand to Turkey

            Turkey:  February 25 – March 10

Flight from Turkey to Israel

            Israel:  March 10 – March 25

Travel between Israel and Jordan

            Jordan:  March 25 – April 10

Flight from Jordan to Egypt

            Egypt:  April 10 – April 28

Flight from Egypt to ...?