Guide Gratitude
Published on October 13, 2016
By travel writer Lisa TE Sonne Austin Adventures’ weeklong guide training is held in Billings, MT each spring for both returning and new guides alike. The training involves classroom and field trip time in which the guides learn skills as varied as creating a beautiful picnic lunch spread, knowing what a guide should carry in […]
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Discover The Islands of Tahiti
Published on September 28, 2016
Located only eight hours from Los Angeles on Air Tahiti Nui, The Islands of Tahiti are pure paradise in the heart of the South Pacific. In addition to natural beauty and tranquility, the islands offer diverse outdoor experiences and rich Tahitian culture. Join Modern Day Explorer Bronwyn Hodge as she scouts local activities and inclusions […]
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September is Travel Together Month
Published on September 1, 2016
By Terry Dale, President and CEO, USTOA This September, USTOA kicks off its celebration of world travel during the third annual Travel Together Month. Throughout the month travelers and travel agents will find more than 100 special offers and exclusive savings to explore the globe. Travel Together Month showcases a curated selection of offers from […]
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Discover Yellowstone, the First National Park
Published on August 25, 2016
Yellowstone National Park was set aside in 1872 for its abundant wildlife, beautiful landscapes and fascinating geothermal features. Join Modern Day Explorer Kasey Austin as she scouts experiences, activities and inclusions for Yellowstone National Park itineraries from Austin Adventures with the support of Xanterra Parks & Resorts. Modern Day Explorers: Adventure in Yellowstone National Park […]
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Experience Yellowstone without the Crowds
Published on August 23, 2016
By Kasey Austin, Vice President of Operations, Austin Adventures Behind every great tour experience is a phenomenal product manager – these “Modern Day Explorers” scout undiscovered experiences in new, emerging destinations, rediscover what’s new in beloved places, and get to know the community with the single goal to design enriching itineraries for you to […]
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Skagway on the Fourth of July
Published on August 16, 2016
By Ann Shields, AFAR Ambassador Every guidebook description of Skagway, Alaska—no matter how brief—mentions its Fourth of July celebration. Every single one. How can one day be that print-worthy? Well, I’m here to count the ways: Skagway’s Fourth of July celebration starts on the Third of July. It’s that good. The campgrounds and RV […]
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Denali and Me, or How I Found Religion in the Halls of the Mountain King
Published on August 9, 2016
By Ann Shields, AFAR Ambassador At the risk of sounding like a flake, it seemed that as I approached Denali, I could feel its power grow. I first noticed things were changing when we crossed a clear geographic divide between where we had been and where we were headed. Specifically, past the summit of […]
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South America in the Spotlight
Published on August 5, 2016
By Terry Dale, President and CEO, USTOA With the 31st Summer Olympics kicking off this summer in Rio de Janeiro, South America has piqued the interest of travelers and soon viewers around the world. USTOA tour operator members have recognized rich packaged travel opportunities across our neighboring continent, and are excited to offer guests a […]
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Natchez and Surrounds
Published on August 2, 2016
By Nina Dietzel, Special Correspondent, AFAR After a thorough immersion into Nashville and Memphis’ music scenes, our Trafalgar travels brought us to Natchez, Mississippi, and Louisiana. I had forged quite a vivid idea about the area after reading ‘The Bone Tree’ and ‘Natchez Burning’, the first two books of an epic trilogy of race, […]
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Listen to the Sounds of the South, Y’all
Published on July 18, 2016
By Nina Dietzel, Special Correspondent, AFAR This June, Trafalgar took a group of travelers across Tennessee, Mississippi, and Louisiana to experience the ‘Tastes and Sounds of the South’. Visiting Nashville, Memphis, Natchez and New Orleans, our schedule was packed to the gills with a mix of not-to-be-missed sights and intimate, one-of-a-kind experiences. Food and Music […]
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