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National Geographic Traveler Magazine Selects Immersion Journeys for List of “50 Tours of a Lifetime”
May 7, 2012
New York, NY - Immersion Journeys was selected as one of National Geographic Traveler magazine’s 2012 “50 Tours of a Lifetime” and was featured in the magazines’ May 2012 issue, as well as listed on a special Tours of a Lifetime page on their site. The selection process was competitive but our itinerary for Ghana: Wildlife & Heritage was chosen for being authentic, innovative, and immersive. We were also recognized for being among the best-guided and most sustainable tours. National Geographic Traveler has the largest audience of any travel magazine, with more than 7.5 million readers. Their readers love to travel, with the highest passport ownership, most international and domestic trips, and most outdoor recreation spending of any other travel title. See our feature in the May 2012 issue or view details here. Read More →
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OIWC Announcement: Sally Grimes to Step Down from Executive Director Role
May 7, 2012
Photo: Grimes (middle) with OIWC Program Director Amy Luther (left) and OIWC Development Director Hillary Harding (right) Dear OIWC Friends, Members, and Supporters, It is with tremendous excitement and sadness that I am writing to let you know that after 10 years with Outdoor Industries Women’s Coalition, I have decided to step down from my role as Executive Director. I will never forget the first time I learned about OIWC. It was the late 90s, I was new in my career, working in Washington, D.C. at American Hiking Society, and a printed OIWC newsletter somehow landed on my desk. Melissa McKenzie (Pride Industries and YubaShoes) was the President at the time, and I remember the articles she and other board members wrote were awe-inspiring and full of wisdom. I hadn’t realized there was an organization that combined my love for outdoor recreation with my passion for gender equality. I was hooked; I joined OIWC immediately and stayed in touch with its progress and activities. Then,... Read More →
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G Adventures Makes National Geographic Traveler’s 50 Tours of a Lifetime List
May 7, 2012
First-of-its-kind Thai sailing adventure receives top honor G Adventures’ Thai Sailing Adventure – Koh Samui to Koh Samui has been selected as one of National Geographic Traveler magazine’s 50 Tours of a Lifetime for 2012. This is the thirteenth time the tour operator has been recognized by the magazine. “It’s a huge honor to be included on this list again. There’s no doubt that this award echoes our commitment to offering innovative, life-changing travel experiences,” says Bruce Poon Tip, G Adventures’ founder. On the seven-day tour, travelers access remote islands aboard an eight-passenger catamaran, snorkel in beautiful calm waters, wander quiet beaches, indulge in delicious Thai cuisine, and explore Koh Ang Thong National Park. As part of the magazine’s mission to propel readers out of their armchairs and into the field, National Geographic Traveler magazine has been surfacing the best tours and outfitters for travellers for many years. This year’s 50 adventures... Read More →
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New Facebook Contest by American Safari Cruises Now Open for Entries with Prize of an Alaska Un-cruise Adventure
May 7, 2012
Sweepstakes contest open until May 31, 2012 Seattle, WA – Un-cruise adventure tour operator InnerSea Discoveries and American Safari Cruises has unveiled a sweepstakes contest on Facebook running through May 31, 2012. The winner will receive a complimentary cruise for two aboard the line’s upscale 86-guest Safari Endeavour in Alaska this summer. Residents of the United States 18 and older may enter the contest online at InnerSea Discoveries/American Safari Cruises’ Facebook page. A winner will be chosen at random on June 1. The prize, valued at $11,190, includes one stateroom for two aboard the upscale 86-guest Safari Endeavour sailing weeklong un-cruise adventures roundtrip Juneau with two days spent exploring inside Glacier Bay National Park. The cruise may be confirmed 45 days prior to departure and must be taken June-August 2012 and is non-transferrable. Included in the cruise: gourmet meals; wine, beer and spirits; all from the boat activities; port fees and taxes; one massage... Read More →
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Iconic Adventures and the Arthritis Foundation Partner on California Coast Classic Bike Tour Sponsored by Amgen
May 7, 2012
Steamboat Springs, CO – Iconic Adventures, an outdoor adventure company that designs and executes active trips for companies and organizations, is partnering with the Arthritis Foundation to provide ride support for the 12th annual California Coast Classic (CCC), sponsored by Amgen, this fall. This year, the CCC has a new two-day, 150-mile weekend ride on September 15th and 16th, as well as an eight-day, 525-mile tour of the coast from September 9th – 16th along the Pacific Coast Highway. This ride is so important because it raises funds for cutting-edge research and programs for the 50 million Americans, including 300,000 children, who live with the everyday pain of arthritis. “The work that the Arthritis Foundation is doing plays a vital role for so many people, both young and old. We are excited to be a part of the event this year and work with the incredible staff over at the California Coast Classic,” said Iconic President Joe Solomon. For Joe, this ride touches particularly... Read More →
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South African Airways Celebrates First Anniversary of Popular Round-trip Nonstop Service Between New York and Johannesburg
May 7, 2012
Flights Provide Convenient Connections to Destinations Throughout Southern and Eastern Africa Ft. Lauderdale, FL – South African Airways (SAA), Africa’s most awarded airline, is celebrating the first year of its popular round-trip nonstop service between New York and Johannesburg, which launched on May 1, 2011. The morning departure from New York-JFK Airport provides the most convenient connection opportunities to a number of leisure and business destinations throughout the African continent. The return non-stop service from Johannesburg allows passengers throughout the region to spend nearly a full day on the continent before catching their flight back to the US. The round-trip nonstop service has reduced the overall travel time in each direction by over 90 minutes, making it even more convenient for SAA’s customers to travel to and from South Africa. “South African Airways is very pleased that the enhancement of our schedule between New York and Johannesburg has received... Read More →
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Mountain Khakis® Outfits Outside® Television’s Outside Today Show
May 7, 2012
Jackson Hole, WY – Mountain Khakis ®, a leading mountain-inspired lifestyle apparel brand, announces it has been selected as the apparel partner of Outside® Televsion’s OUTSIDE TODAY show. MK is outfitting the hosts and crew of OUTSIDE TODAY, the popular morning show on Outside Television, as the network’s lifestyle apparel partner with episodes beginning today – Monday, April 30th. Hosts Julia Dimon and David LaHuta can be seen wearing a variety of MK’s styles for Spring and Fall 2012, including MK’s newly-expanded line for women, and innovative, eco-friendly shirts for men. “We’re thrilled to have Mountain Khakis on board as the OUTSIDE TODAY wardrobe provider,” said Amy Hornyak, Marketing Director for Outside Television. “The brand’s mountain-inspired apparel is a terrific fit for our hosts and we believe it will resonate well with the Outside audience.” For OUTSIDE TODAY’s spring episodes, Mountain Khakis will be showcasing its eco-friendly Approach... Read More →
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Outdoor Research Named 2012 Innovator of the Year
May 7, 2012
Seattle-based outdoor brand earns statewide business award for manufacturing role in Washington. Seattle, WASH – Outdoor Research, a leading independent manufacturer of outdoor apparel and accessories, this week was named Washington state 2012 Innovator of the Year in the large company category by a panel of seven judges assembled by Seattle Business Magazine. The award, which will be featured in the May issue of Seattle Business, is the culmination of the publication’s Washington Manufacturing Awards, which honors companies whose work results in growing or advancing the manufacturing sector in the state. Six winners were chosen in different categories at an awards ceremony Thursday night, April 26. Representatives of roughly 270 manufacturing companies located in the state attended the event. The Innovator of the Year award recognized Outdoor Research’s commitment to operating a state-of-the-art apparel and accessories manufacturing operation just south of downtown Seattle that... Read More →
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Travel Agents, Win A Trip for Two to Peru with Cox & Kings!
May 7, 2012
Every year, your clients experience the best of Peru with Cox & Kings. And this year, you can, too. Walk in the footsteps of the Incas, marvel at grand colonial cathedrals, bargain for a handmade scarf in a local market, and sip a pisco sour in a fashionable seaside bar. Just be the first agency to book 10 clients on any of our journeys to Peru between May 1 and August 1, and we’ll give you a 6-day, 5-night trip for two that hits the highlights of one of our favorite destinations — including the vibrant metropolis of Lima, the colonial jewel of Cuzco and the great lost city of Machu Picchu. 2nd and 3rd place runner up entries will receive an American Express Gift Card valued at $200!* 4th and 5th place runners up will receive $100 American Express Gift Cards!* Cox & Kings’ journeys to Peru have something for everyone — and now you experience one of South America’s most fascinating and welcoming countries for free. Read More →
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Explore Releases New Adventures for Pioneering Travelers
May 7, 2012
Image © Explore Explore is releasing a new range of unique, one-off adventures with an emphasis on exploring seldom-visited destinations, undiscovered festivals and special events in especially small groups designed to appeal to the most adventurous travellers. The first three trips in this collection are adventures to Congo and the Central African Republic, the Falklands and the tribes and festivals of southern China. These three trips will launch the new “Limited Collection”, with further trips being released every three months. These first adventures could not be more diverse, but they each offer an opportunity to discover extraordinary and rarely visited parts of the world. The Congo and CAR: A Pioneering Expedition is Explore’s most pioneering expedition to date and travels into one of the last remaining wildernesses on the planet. Departing on 23rdJanuary, 2013 with a maximum group size of just eight people, the trip travels Image © Explore from Brazzaville, through the... Read More →
