PEPY Tours to Build Secondary School in Cambodia, Seeks Assistance
December 31, 2008
PEPY Tours, an adventure and educational tour operator, announces plans to fund the construction of a junior high school in Cambodia. PEPY will allocate proceeds from its 2009 trips to help build the first-ever secondary school in Chanleas Dai Commune, a rural area of Siem Reap Province. Through fundraising and donations, participants who join one of PEPY’s tours in 2009 will support the construction of the school as well as PEPY’s other educational programs.With seven primary schools in the commune and no permanent junior high building, secondary education is simply not viable for hundreds of students. For most, migration to Thailand or farm work are more reasonable options than biking two hours a day to the closest junior high school. The primary school graduation rate has been steadily increasing over the past few years in Chanleas Dai, but for many motivated students, 6th grade is the end of formal education, as they simply do not have the resources to continue. PEPY has... Read More →
ATTA Member ProfilesAdventure Holidays Peru
December 29, 2008
100% Peruvian, Adventure Holidays Peru offers licensed touring, trekking and guide services. Founded 15 years ago by Vidal Jaquehua, AHP is entirely Qechua owned and operated. AHP passionately strives to preserve and support regional cultures and ancient traditions in Peru, through geotourism, fair employment practices, service projects and by supporting indigenous industries, with all profits reinvested in the local economy. Vidal’s goal is to exceed the expectations of every traveler, primarily by providing authentic experiences and customized, yet flexible itineraries with attention to comfort and safety. Travelers can find adventure without danger. AHP best serves small groups, (2-12), families and students. AHP specializes in the south region of Peru and offers the following activities: Hiking and Trekking Bicycling Family groups Horseback riding Climbing Paddlesports Homestays Geotourism Archaeology Voluntourism Walking Nature Cultural Educational Photography We are particularly... Read More →
ATTA Members Only Tune In Webinar: 2008 Research Roundup
December 18, 2008
70 ATTA Members on Tuesday took part in the ATTA Members Tune In Webinar, which highlighted new adventure travel industry research. The Webinar, which featured guest presenters Christina Heyniger and Henrietta de Veer from Xola Consulting, top-lined key facts and figures from the 2008 Research Roundup, released in August 2008. During this 60-minute educational session, Xola presenters put forth their research-based opinion on the current economic crisis, how it applies to the adventure travel industry, and offered suggestions to tour operators to mitigate their losses during this current recession. The Roundup’s main sections were covered including highlights from the report’s main sections: Destination Rankings Traveler Trends Tourism Supply Chain Trends including developments in technology Top Adventure Company News Travel Media ATTA Members Only Tune In Webinars are a free opportunity for current ATTA Members. Members that were unable to attend yesterday’s Webinar... Read More →
Editor's Field NotesEditor’s Field Notes: December 2008 Update
December 18, 2008
Two Adventure Travel World Summits (Brazil in September, Norway in October), a host of regional meetings, attendance at global travel trade shows, participation in a sustainable travel project 13,000 miles from home, ongoing injection of news into AdventureTravelNews, plus the behind-the-scenes development of ATTA’s soon-to-launch adventure travel community, has kept this editor occupied these past few months. Now, in the midst of an economic downturn we’re all feeling, and having just returned from the ATTA staff retreat, know that we’re here to continue conveying your news to extend your reach to our subscription base, which now exceeds 18,000 adventure travel industry professionals. Additionally, we’ll work to zero in on news and information that will help your organization navigate these testy times. Stay tuned for news and coverage from new contributors in 2009 as we work to expand our coverage and reach. If you’ve interest in contributing to the knowlege... Read More →
New & Different Partner NewsLeading Tour Operators Consider Madagascar
December 18, 2008
Arlington, Virginia (December 17, 2008) – Conservation International (CI), working in close collaboration with the National Tourism Board of Madagascar, Responsibletravel.com and the Adventure Travel Trade Association, is pleased to announce the successful conclusion of a 12-day familiarization trip to Madagascar by 12 U.S. and U.K. tour operators. Supported by funding from the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), and following extensive research, key operators from the United Kingdom and United States were invited to Madagascar to learn more about the destination, and to inform the national strategy for ecotourism, poverty alleviation and biodiversity conservation. The familiarization trip culminated in the presentation of the first ever Madagascar Responsible Tourism Awards. In addition to viewing the scenic beauty of Madagascar, targeted networking opportunities were provided throughout the familiarization tour to build relationships at the regional and national levels... Read More →
ATTA Member ProfilesAce the Himalaya
December 18, 2008
Organization Mission/Purpose Our passion lies within the people, trekking, culture and the spectacular holy mountains. These are all contributing factors that form this amazing world you wish to visit. Proudly we are dedicated to providing expert guidance throughout each stage of your holiday experience. Behind the scenes we are committed to the policies, we believe they make up the Ace the Himalaya difference and heighten the way you travel. Ace the Himalaya’s main direction is to provide first class adventure tourism whilst generating a fairer income for the local community. We pride ourselves on vast knowledge and networks which allows us to focus on every detail of your journey ensuring minimal impact on the environment and local people. Therefore we have been in the profession long enough to know what makes our trips a huge success. We’ve spent years finding places to stay that are quaint, out of the way, and comfortable when we take you to the most amazing parts of the Himalayas.... Read More →
ATTA Member ProfilesWorldWide Trekking LLC
December 8, 2008
WorldWide Trekking is an independent outdoor travel company located in Omaha, Nebraska. The company is owned and operated by Michael D. Johnson, an experienced adventure travel professional who is passionate about the lifestyle the company promotes. Our outdoor adventures are designed for active travelers looking for a truly rewarding experience and the intimacy of traveling in smaller groups. Some of our trips are perfect family adventures, and we can customize most of our adventures. We offer active adventures with exceptional service, and our goal is to enrich the lives of our customers through the benefits of adventure travel. We utilize knowledgeable and experienced local guides in some of the world’s most spectacular and culturally rich destinations. Our adventures are unique and provide clients with a rewarding experience which encourages personal growth and accomplishment. Our value added offering is our knowledge and expertise, competitive rates, and specialty focus on exceptional... Read More →
ATTA Member ProfilesSocompa EVT
December 1, 2008
Socompa is a Tour Operator based in Salta established in 2004 by a crazy Italian who fell in love with the Andes. We are the first Company to organize overlanding trips & expeditions in the Puna Region (the huge plateau laying in the middle of the Andes, from Titicaca Lake to San Juan Province in Argentina). Socompa has its exclusive group of guides/drivers and 4×4 Vehicles (4WD), with all insurances and authorizations to organize trips in this corner of South America. Our voyages also take us to Chile and Bolivia, departing from Salta, which is strategically located in the heart of the Region. Because its strong commitment in the area, Socompa is currently opening its first Branch in Antofagasta de la Sierra in Catamarca Province. It is huge news since it is the first office ever opened in the Puna at 3,500 meters in a amazing oasis where everything is a natural challenge! No electricity, no telephone lines; but, we have some nice ideas. There, in a restored mud brick house, our... Read More →
