April 2007
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Adventure Collection celebrates the splendors of summer

For many of us, summer means vacation – time to take a break from work and school and recharge our batteries with a shared adventure. The members of the Adventure Collection offer a wide world of such opportunities: perfect for families and friends to get away and grow through new cultural discoveries and experiences together. Here are some of our favorite summer splendors (For details, visit media.adventurecollection.com/summer07)

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Choosing a Summer Adventure: Seven Tips

Suddenly summer vacation is on the
horizon - and while you know you want to take an organized adventure, you say you don't know where to go or what to do? You've come to the right place! Here are seven simple tips to give you traction on
the road to summer satisfaction.
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Member's Features

Backroads: A Tour of Tuscany

Tuscany's ageless landscapes, rich history and stellar wine and cuisine make it the perfect active and cultural destination. Biking into the hills and charming towns of Tuscany is a perfect way to see the countryside up close, and Backroads has the inside scoop on everything – from which trattoria serves the best tagliatelle to the enoteca with the best ambience.
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Canadian Mountain Holidays: Heli-Hiking Adventure

Slip away from the rigors of everyday life and immerse yourself in a mountain
get-away that will soothe your soul and elevate your spirit to new heights. All summer, Canadian Mountain Holidays whisks their guests up, up, and away to a vast,
heart-stoppingly beautiful, little-known wilderness for magical days of heli-hiking.
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Lindblad Expeditions: A Family Expedition to Costa Rica & Nicaragua

Lindblad Expeditions (LEX)'s summer voyages to Central America aboard 60-guest Sea Voyager feature an abundance of natural and historic treasures, making this “A Family Expedition in Costa Rica & Nicaragua” itinerary an unforgettable experience for children and adults.

The voyages, offered on July 28 and August 4 and 11, 2007, depart roundtrip from Herradura, Costa Rica, and are highlighted by
up-close hikes and Zodiac rides led by LEX’s
world-class naturalists. These dedicated experts lead guests on in-depth explorations of the dramatic coastline, while also keeping an eye out for sea turtles, dolphins and humpback whales.
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Natural Habitat Adventures:
Mexico
's Whale Shark

Each summer dozens of whale sharks migrate to an island where the tiny, idyllic village of Holbox sits. These gentle leviathans ply these waters, providing a few, lucky nature enthusiasts with one of the rarest encounters: the chance to swim with a fish that is literally as big as a whale.
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O.A.R.S.: River Runs of Idaho

In the lazy days of summer the cool, clear rivers of Idaho beckon…Join O.A.R.S. for a 3 to 6-day rafting trip on the Middle Fork, Main or Lower Salmon River in the Frank Church “River of No Return” Wilderness or on the incomparable Snake River through Hells Canyon, North America’s deepest Gorge.
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Bushtracks: Private Air Safari

Join a small group aboard a Cessna Caravan for a private air safari. Explore Kruger National Park, view the Victoria Falls, visit local school in Zambia, stay in a tented camp in the Okavango Delta, visit Etosha National Park and Namib National Park in Namibia. Conclude your visit in the Tswaulka Kalahari Reserve, South Africa.
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Geographic Expeditions: The Glorious Dalmatian Coast

On this unique itinerary, you will voyage through Dalmatia’s island-dappled, cobalt-blue waters aboard the elegant, 34-guest Callisto. You will be enchanted by Dalmatia’s extraordinary blend of Mediterranean languor, medieval tradition, and artistic excellence as you cruise your way around the dramatic, gorgeous, and history-drenched coastlines and islands.
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Micato Safaris: The Hemingway Wing Safari

Micato Safaris’ new Hemingway Wing Safari takes the road less traveled. Visit all of East Africa’s legendary game parks and stay in not one, but two luxurious tented camps on this 14-day sojourn. Experience all the romance and adventure of a classic African safari, including spotting game in the fabled Serengeti, Great Rift Valley, Ngorongoro Crater, Lake Manyara and more.
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NOLS: Sea Kayaking in Alaska

Alaska's Sea Kayaking is world-renowned for a reason. On a NOLS expedition, you'll get up close and personal with the area's wildlife, glaciers and unparalleled beauty. You’ll learn paddling techniques, coastal navigation and take the opportunity to lead a pod of kayakers on the water, while exploring the areas’ ancient forests when on land.
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Off The Beaten Path: Essence of Yellowstone & Grand Teton, Discovering the high heart of the Northern Rockies

Travel with naturalist guides to get a real feel for these treasures of American conservation. Spend your days watching for wildlife, exploring odd and strangely exciting thermal basins, rafting easy whitewater, and basking in big-blue-sky summer days.
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About Adventure Collection

Formed in 2000, Adventure Collection comprises 10 of the world’s leading independent active travel companies: Backroads, Bushtracks Expeditions, Canadian Mountain Holidays, Geographic Expeditions, Lindblad Expeditions, Micato Safaris, Natural Habitat Adventures, National Outdoor Leadership School (NOLS), Outdoor Adventure River Specialists (OARS), and Off the Beaten Path.  For more information, visit www.adventurecollection.com.