Photos courtesy of Venture Out
Story by: Olga Bas
Venture Out
(1-888-431-6789, www.venture-out.com, info@venture-out.com)
About:Venture Out has been going strong since 1998, designing and operating upscale guided tours to many countries such as Egypt, Italy, Turkey, Morocco, and Argentina. Each guided tour is led by experienced professionals and each group is typically less than 15 travelers, making each trip memorable and personable. There is heavy emphasis on good accommodations and good food, two of the major staples of any first-rate vacation. For each location, the tour guides will show you beautiful sights and spots that are often overlooked as well as the more conventional tourist attractions.
Clientele: 95% gay; 85% men; 50% singles
Price range: $ 2,895-5,795
Upcoming trips:"Along Italy's Amalfi Coast: Cooking & Rambling" is a unique 7-day trip from March 29th - April 4th, 2009. Italy's Amalfi Coast is one of Europe's most beautiful coastlines and, with this unique trip, you get an insider's perspective. There are optional walks to less visited spots tucked away in the mountains, which offer stunning views of the coast. Stops will be made at famous Capri and Pompeii, as well as the smaller villages like Ravello and Positano. As for the cooking sessions, they are fun and informal. You will learn about the delicious kinds of pasta, main courses, and desserts that are typical in this part of Italy, and get a great meal out of it, too.
Deals and steals: Get $200 off the Amalfi Coast trip per person when you mention Out Traveler.
