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LONGITUDE Expedition
Around the World and Back Again with the LONGITUDE Expedition
They traversed across 10 deserts. Climbed two volcanoes. Skirted the world's deepest lake. Stood at the edge of the world in Tierra del Fuego. Braved minus-58 degree temperatures in Siberia. And completed the world's longest charitable drive-a-thon from behind the wheel of four Certified Pre-Owned Discovery vehicles—in a global search for a cure for Parkinson's Disease.
Who are these globe-trekking philanthropists? The eight daring, determined crew members of the LONGITUDE Expedition, the latest charitable endeavor by Drive Around the World. Their mission—to raise funds for and awareness of Parkinson's Disease—took them around the world and back again in an inspiring journey that spanned:
Departing from frozen but beautiful Prudoe Bay, Alaska, the crew finished the last leg of their journey on February 28, 2005. Weary but enthusiastic, the explorers crossed the finish line where it all began, at The Parkinson's Institute in Sunnyvale, California. There to greet them was a crowd of cheering supporters. Not many would go to such lengths—crossing so many miles—for such an important cause.
Enlightening Encounters
Making journal entries along the way, the crew members recounted the most memorable moments of their adventure for all the world to share. Visitors to the Drive Around the World Web site can read first-hand accounts of:
For more information, as well as photo and journal entries, visit http://www.drivearoundtheworld.com.
Mission Accomplished—but Not Over
The crew raised awareness as well as more than $70,000 for their cause, 100% of which will go directly to the Parkinson's Institute. To support their efforts and offset some of the expedition's costs, Land Rover joined 60 other companies in donating equipment and funds, including the four 2003 Certified Pre-Owned Discovery vehicles driven by the expedition crew. A fifth Land Rover visited classrooms around the U.S. as part of local education efforts. Celebrities, including Jay Leno, Michael J. Fox, director James Cameron and California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger, signed the vehicle, which was raffled off to raise additional funds for Parkinson's research.
The search for a cure for Parkinson's Disease has gone far, but it's not over yet. You can still help by making a contribution to The Parkinson's Institute in Sunnyvale, CA. Visit www.drivearoundtheworld.com/support for more information.
Who are these globe-trekking philanthropists? The eight daring, determined crew members of the LONGITUDE Expedition, the latest charitable endeavor by Drive Around the World. Their mission—to raise funds for and awareness of Parkinson's Disease—took them around the world and back again in an inspiring journey that spanned:
- 4 continents
- 16 months
- 30 countries
- 41,000 miles
Departing from frozen but beautiful Prudoe Bay, Alaska, the crew finished the last leg of their journey on February 28, 2005. Weary but enthusiastic, the explorers crossed the finish line where it all began, at The Parkinson's Institute in Sunnyvale, California. There to greet them was a crowd of cheering supporters. Not many would go to such lengths—crossing so many miles—for such an important cause.
Enlightening Encounters
Making journal entries along the way, the crew members recounted the most memorable moments of their adventure for all the world to share. Visitors to the Drive Around the World Web site can read first-hand accounts of:
- Inspiring encounters with Parkinson's researchers and patients around the world.
- A personal blessing from the Dalai Lama at his home-of-exile in India.
- Educational programs that crossed borders and cultures.
For more information, as well as photo and journal entries, visit http://www.drivearoundtheworld.com.
Mission Accomplished—but Not Over
The crew raised awareness as well as more than $70,000 for their cause, 100% of which will go directly to the Parkinson's Institute. To support their efforts and offset some of the expedition's costs, Land Rover joined 60 other companies in donating equipment and funds, including the four 2003 Certified Pre-Owned Discovery vehicles driven by the expedition crew. A fifth Land Rover visited classrooms around the U.S. as part of local education efforts. Celebrities, including Jay Leno, Michael J. Fox, director James Cameron and California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger, signed the vehicle, which was raffled off to raise additional funds for Parkinson's research.
The search for a cure for Parkinson's Disease has gone far, but it's not over yet. You can still help by making a contribution to The Parkinson's Institute in Sunnyvale, CA. Visit www.drivearoundtheworld.com/support for more information.
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