Adventures/Tours
Where did you go last year? Why not kick it up this year? Flip through "1,000 Places to See Before You Die" and pick a spot. Life is short. Don't just dream about it. Do it! Book YOUR adventure today!
Zamba Brazil
Rio de Janeiro, plus the colonial capital of Salvador, pretty little Olinda, the truly awesome outdoor-lover's Natal, winding north to end in Belem, the start of most Amazon adventures. This tour is great in that it takes you to many lesser-known but wonderful areas. Many of you know that Brazil is my favorite travel destination. Find out why. Visit Brazil and fall in love with her yourself.
Intrepid Travel's 'Zamba Brazil' Adventure
Preferred Vendor: Intrepid Travel
Intrepid was founded in 1989 with the idea that as a traveler, you should become a part of the country - not just a tourist looking in. From its first trips in Asia, Intrepid has grown to provide over 300 itineraries, covering every continent. While Intrepid now offers a variety of travel styles, all embrace the idea of Responsible Travel. That means travelling in a way that both respects and benefits local people, their culture and the environment. To book, simply click the link below.
Preferred Vendor: G.A.P. Adventures
G.A.P.began in 1990, offering a handful of trips in Latin America. Today, G.A.P. offers hundreds of adventures on all 7 continents. Over 40,000 travellers experience the real world with G.A.P. every year! What hasn't changed is G.A.P.'s passion for making sure you get behind the scenes to experience the real world in an authentic and sustainable manner. To visit G.A.P. Adventures' site, click the link below.
Preferred Vendor:The World Outdoors
For 18 years, The World Outdoors has focused on providing safe and enjoyable adventure trips throughout North America and the rest of the world. The World Outdoors offers the best in off-the-beaten path hiking, biking, and multi-sport vacations, with an excellent safety record. Create a customized trip for your group! To book, call toll-free 800-488-8483. Mention Adventurous Escapes to receive a discount of $25 per person.
Travel Insurance
What if you've booked your trip but at the last minute can't go? What if you are in Indonesia, break a leg going over a waterfall, and need to be evacuated? Consider purchasing trip insurance, just in case.
Should you buy travel insurance? It depends on your situation. Check out John's Travel Planning Guide for a discussion of whether Travel Insurance makes sense for you.
Travel Insurance Tips
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Quickie Getaways
You'd love to jet off to parts unknown, but you just can't get away for 2 weeks right now. How about a long weekend? Toss a bag behind the seat, slip on your shades, hang your arm out the window, and GO!
Hotels.com offers more than hotels! Search for Suites & Vacation Rentals, Vacation Packages, and Road Trips to destinations near you! Curious? Just enter your zip code and how far you'll drive and see what Road Trips suggests for YOU.
Road Trip! Road Trip! So many destinations!
Just looking for a hotel room? Choice Hotels has the affordable, friendly hotel accommodations you need, whether you're off to visit the family or the world. For excellent service and attractive rooms, book your reservation online now.
Choice Hotels® Over 5,000 locations in the U.S. and around the world.
Preferred Vendor: Viator
You've settled on your destination. But what will you do there? Check out Viator, the leading online provider for tours, tickets, passes, classes, safaris - even zero-gravity flights. And earn frequent flyer miles! Viator: The things you do...when you get there.
Advice
Travel Advice
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Preferred Vendor: Adventure Center
Adventure Center is dedicated to providing you with world-class adventure travel experiences at affordable prices. Choose from over 2,000 adventures including hiking and biking trips, cultural tours, African safaris, Antarctic expedition cruises, and much more. Adventure Center has 30 years of experience and offers multiple travel styles, from grassroots to connoisseur. Your next adventure travel experience starts here!
New To Travel? Want Advice?
Check out the Travel Planning Guide!
Do you have a favorite travel destination or travel-related vendor?
Let us know by writing to suggestions@adventurousescapes.com
Read about John's travels in Vicarious Adventures