Tuk to the road2 girls, 3 wheels, 10, 000 miles; an epic overland adventure from Bangkok to Brighton in aid of Mind

Sponsors

Below are all the lovely people who have sponsored our trip in some way, whether it be financially or by giving us much needed services and equipment.  We are extremely grateful to each and every one of them

Indrum Design   Indrum Web Design Search Engine Optimisation Designers Brighton
Creative web designers developing products to suit the specific identity and Internet marketing requirements of your e-business advertising
     
Skype   We will be using Skype to keep in touch with friends and family wherever we are on our Journey. Skype is a little piece of software that lets you make free calls (including video calls) to people all over the world. If you haven’t already, join up to Skype so you can keep in touch with us too
     
Thelma and Louise   Thelma & Louise is an online community for women worldwide. Members can meet
like-minded women, find travel companions and plan dream adventures! Theycan also enjoy holidays ranging from leisurely tours to challenging adventures, day trips, articles, and recommended products and services.
     
P I Direct   PI Direct offer hassle free professional indemnity insurance direct to a wide range of professionals. They are kindly providing us with financial sponsorship. Tel: 020 7337 7500
     
Ativair   Activair Plc.  Established in 1978, Activair is one of the largest independently owned freight forwarders, and provides logistics services for the Publishing industry worldwide.  Visit their website www.activair.com.  Activair are kindly providing us with financial sponsorship.
     
Brighton Square   Brighton Square is home to twenty one exciting shops and restaurants catering for tourists and Brighton residents. They offer a unique and vibrant shopping experience without the hassle of a crowded mall. They are kindly providing us with financial sponsorship.
     
Cell Hire   We will be using BGAN satellite technology provided by Cellhire to keep in touch with people back home.  Cellhire is a short term rental specialist providing a range of solutions, specifically satellite voice and data technology, SIMSmart (low cost international mobile airtime) and global mobile phone rental.
     
TravelBudi   Liftshare provide sustainable transport solutions to over 100,000 individuals and work with companies from across the world to help them reduce the impact of traffic congestion on the environment. TravelBUDi is all about raising awareness of the  benefits of travelling with others.
     
Imperial Hotels   These six Hotels in Bloomsbury are all a short walk from the British Museum, Oxford Street and Theatreland, making them an ideal base to explore London and beyond. They have kindly provided us with financial sponsorship.
     
Mazars   Mazars is an international, integrated accountancy firm operating in over 58 countries world wide.
     
Travelfish.org   Travelfish.org is the online travel guide to Cambodia, Laos, Thailand and Vietnam. Well organised, nicely designed and chock full of good information, check out Travelfish if you're planning a trip to the region. They are kindly providing us with financial sponsorship.
     
PDC Brighton   PDC Copyprint can deal with all your print, design, photography and direct mailing needs. Please freefone 0800 316 8323 for a quote or more information. They have kindly produced all our promotional material.
     
Toniks   Toniks Languages is providing Antonia with one on one online language tuition to help prepare for the Russian leg of the trip.  “We wish Antonia and Jo the best of luck in their attempt to raise funds for Mind.”
     
Silva   Silva are kindly providing us with a Silva I and Silva II solar panels; high performance solar chargers capable of powering our GPS, MP3, digital cameras and torches, thus giving us more freedom to get out there and enjoy life on the road.
     
Whitby   Whitby & Co is the exclusive importer and distributor of Leatherman tools in the UK. They have kindly donated a Leatherman Charge Ti to our mission – an invaluable asset!
     
Toniks   Nomad have been kitting out travellers with clothing, equipment, books and maps, medical supplies and vaccinations for 13 years.  Nomad medical are kindly providing us with our medical kits
     
the egg   The Egg are a legendary dance act blending rock, electronica, psychedelia and funk. Track down their recent album ‘/Forwards’ and their myspace site: www.myspace.com/theeggmusic, and check them out on May 17th at our launch party.
     
Ultraseal   Ultraseal is a liquid gel that is installed inside tyres to seal punctures and guard against blow-outs. It is suitable for cycles, cars, motorcycles, caravans trailers and commercial vehicles. They have very kindly provided us with Ultraseal to line Ting Tong's tyres and save us from a dreaded puncture 
     
     

'Thanks also to all our spiritual sponsors, the hundreds of people who have happily dispensed advice, encouragement and wisdom.  From Bangkok to Brighton and beyond our cockles have been warmed by people's kindness. You know who you are....thank you!

If you are interested in becoming a sponsor please email Ants

 

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