Bernard Goes Around the World

This is the story of my first adventure. I was still a pretty young bear, and going around the world on a boat was quite a momentous experience. The trip lasted about three months, and I visited 10 different countries. My companion on this adventure was my friend Daniel, and when he returned, he put together the following story and pictures. My mostly companion, Emily, and I liked it so much we decided to make other stories like it, which I hope you will also like. But for now, I hope you enjoy hearing about my adventures around the world.

-- Bernard

Once upon a time, there was a bear named Bernard who decided to take a trip. He found himself in some strange places doing some strange things, but it was so exciting!

Kobe, Japan

Bernard saw the sights...

Near Beijing, China

and met some colorful people...

Forbidden City, Beijing

and sometimes rested before seeking out more new friends in far away places...

LanTau Island, Hong Kong


Hien, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam


Madras, India


Village, India

Sometimes he had to be assertive...

Japanese school children

Sometimes he almost had to run...

Chinese school children

Sometimes he didn't feel the need to do anything at all...

Sphinx, Egypt


Pyramid, Egypt

But always he was surrounded by surpassing beauty...

Nature preserve, Israel

timeless places...

Island, Istanbul, Turkey [closeup]


Ruins of Corinth, Greece


Ruins of Corinth, Greece


Ruins of Corinth, Greece

and amazing friends.

with Rehhbe in Casablanca, Morocco

Bernard's final journey was the longest...

Train, Marrakech, Morocco

and the most beautiful...

Dixon Entrance, North Pacific

the trip home.

Home -- Lawrence, Kansas, USA

Story and pictures by Daniel Stein.

A few pictures of us (Daniel and Bernard) together.