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Where To Go Next for Wednesday, July 9
07-14-2008
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7 Tips for Choosing an Adventure Travel Company Today anyone can hang out a website shingle announcing themselves as adventure travel experts. But how do you know that these "experts" know how to walk softly on the environment, what to do if the weather turns rough, where to go for the best local arts and crafts, plus a hundred other scenarios that can make or break a vacation? An adventure vacation is an investment of your time and money. It's worth the effort to ask a few hard questions upfront. Years of operation, the quality of the company's website and printed materials, price, itinerary, guide training, insurance, after-hours accessibility and safety record are all good qualifiers but they only scratch the surface. You have to dig deeper to reveal the true nature of a company and its offerings. Which is why a recent note from Austin-Lehman Adventures seemed worth passing on to all our readers. Dan Austin, 30-year industry veteran and co-founder and director of Austin-Lehman Adventures, gathered input from guests, staff, industry professionals and his own experiences, then put together a seven point guideline to help adventure seekers in selecting a qualified active tour operator. Here are his recommendations: Surf and Ask Around: Surf the Internet, read the blogs, look at the "Best Lists" in national travel magazines or better yet, use your own online and real life networks. Ask others who are into adventure travel which companies they swear by. Folks love to recommend their favorites and dump on the duds. Quality by Association: Check on an operator's accreditation and its membership in respected organizations like Trusted Adventures, the Adventure Travel Trade Association, Sustainable Travel International, Rainforest Alliance and The Eco Tourism Society. These are top-notch vetters that demand a high level of accountability and service. Authenticity: Look for a company offering flexible, innovative and compelling itineraries that also build in time for unprogrammed spontaneity. Do they demonstrate a passion for creating the conditions in which genuine experiences can take place? Do they avoid big international hotel chains and restaurants and include smaller, local establishments with character that enrich the traveler's experience? ...More Recent Articles |
For travelers interested in experiencing a fun-filled, tropical getaway to the Riviera Maya, Mexico, Pleasant Holidays is offering a three-night, air-inclusive vacation package to the all-inclusive Sandos Playacar Beach Resort & Spa, starting at $565 per person. ...More
Executives from Travel Impressions and Delta Air Lines held a special ribbon cutting ceremony at the Travel Impressions reservations office in Bethlehem, PA to launch the company's management and operation of the Delta Vacations leisure travel brand, effective July 1, 2008. ...More
United Vacations is helping customers book affordable vacation packages to all US destinations (including Hawaii), Mexico, the Caribbean, Europe and Canada with savings up to 40% through July 31st. Terms of the deal require customers complete their travel by December 31, 2008. ...More
For beach lovers and culture seekers alike, comes a brand new deal on vacations to Mexico and the Caribbean. Organized vacation planners who like seeing their departure date circled on the calendar far in advance will benefit. Plain and simple, booking early saves money. ...More
Exotic destinations of Ixtapa and the U.S. Virgin Islands (St. Thomas and St. John) in Mexico and the Caribbean are a great choice for travelers looking for magnificent beaches and a little rest and relaxation among heaven-like scenery. ...More
Leading luxury travel network Virtuoso, Ltd. is pleased to announce nominations for the second annual Virtuoso Best of the Best Hotel Awards. The nominees, which represent the cream of the crop among the world's finest hotels, were announced by Virtuoso Life magazine's Editorial Director Elaine Srnka and Virtuoso's Hotels & Resorts Program Vice President Albert Herrera. Winners will be revealed at a gala dinner on August 20 in Las Vegas during Virtuoso's 20th annual Travel Mart. ...More
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