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Adventure Travel Specialist

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I’m an Adventure Travel Specialist

I have completed a two year Adventure Travel program, that included a ranch stay, two day river rafting in British Columbia, cross country skiing and heli-snow shoeing in the Canadian Rockies – a helicopter took me to the top of the mountain, to be above the tree line for a most incredible view!

I’m listed as an Adventure Travel Specialist with the Adventure Council and listed in the September issue of National Geographic Adventure Magazine. In a few weeks I will be traveling to Costa Rica, a very popular adventure and active vacation destination, so I can better advise my clients on the possibilities in planning their perfect trip!

I98 million people have taken an adventure trip in the past five years.

Women and Adventure & Active Travel
Facts from an Adventure Seminar I recently attended in Washington, DC.

    More than 1 in 3 women engage in sports activity at least twice a week.
    Women make over 81% of all sports apparel purchases – we do look good!
    79% of women participate in sports with others.
    67% participate to feel good.
    68% prefer women-specific camps or clinics.

Boomer Women

    Spend more per trip on travel than any other age group.
    Will likely outlive their husbands by 6-9 years.
    Are more likely to travel solo or with girlfriends than with a spouse.
    Single women make up 40% of the boomer market.
    Married women – 65% left the man at home to join women friends on tour.
    Took an average 2 trips with girlfriends and 1 with their husband or partner.

The Top 5 Activities Women Participate In Are:

  1. Running
  2. Travel
  3. Walking
  4. Hiking
  5. Biking

Gift Idea – Women choose travel as their no. 1 gift option.

Imagine the Possibilities…

Fun Facts

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Did you know…

In just one week the Carnival fleet serves:

    475,250 shrimp
    51,175 pounds of tenderloin
    24,150 pounds of lobster
    16,495 pounds of veal

Passengers on Royal Caribbean’s Navigator consume a total of

    1,500 gallons of ice cream a week.

Holland America’s four newest ships each go through

    490 bottles of champagne on 7-day cruise.

Bon appetite!

WICKED – A New Musical and Lunch at Maggiano’s – November 11, 2007

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The Untold Story of the Witches of Oz, this popular musical is coming to the Opera House in Boston. Our Seats are Center Orchestra*!!

Depart: 10:30 a.m. Best Western Royal Plaza, Marlborough, MA

Arrive: 11:30 a.m. at Maggiano’s Litte Italy in Boston MA
We will be served a Family Style Meal (Gratuities are included in the trip cost) of Calamari Fritte — Thin Crust Pizza — Caesar Salad — Maggiano’s Salad — Four Cheese Ravioli — Lasagna — Chicken Parmesan — Salmon — Tiramisu — Chocolate Zucotto Cake — Coffee, Tea or Soda

Depart: 1:15 p.m. Bus to the Opera House

Show Starts: 2:00 p.m. WICKED — A New Musical – Seats are Center Orchestra*!

Cost: It’s your choice! Pay $169.00 for Transportation from Marlborough, Lunch, Wicked Ticket and Gratuities, or, pay $159.00 for Lunch, Wicked ticket and Gratuities. All transportation is on your own. Note: Minimum age is eight years old.

* Please note that center orchestra seats may not be available after May 30, 2007. We will provide you with the best seats available at the time that you contact us.

Reserve Your Seats Today!! Don’t Wait!! Limited Tickets!!

CARNIVAL FREEDOM

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Carnival has come out with another new ship.

The cost of Carnival Freedom – an approximate $500 million, the gross tonnage is 110,00, length 952’ and width 116’

Imagine…sitting back on your deck chair, as you enjoy Carnival’s Seaside Theatre, an outdoor 12 X 22 foot screen for sports, movies and more.

Other Fun Ship amenities include:

Spa, 13,300 square feet

Jogging Track, around the deck

Internet Café, check on the last snow storm back home

Four Swimming pools – one with a 214 foot long water slide.

Comfort Beds with high-thread-count linens and pillows.

Stateroom TV’s featuring first-fun movies, satellite news and sports.

Dining Options, 24 hr dining including complementary 24-hour stateroom service.

Spa Carnival Menu, with nearly 50 different salads, appetizers, soups, entrees and desserts.

Teens Club 02, 1,800 square foot club.

Children’s Camp Carnival has a 4,200 square foot play area.

Full Casino, including table games and slots.

Live Music, including at least three bands and orchestras.

22 Lounges and Bars, to enjoy.

Stage Shows and Comedy Acts, to entertain.

Fitness Center, machines, weights and classes

Golf Instruction, with V1 Digital Coaching System

Did You Know That…in just one week, guests sailing aboard Carnival Freedom will be served:

    3,025 pounds of prime rib
    6,480 pounds of chicken
    2,150 pounds of lobster
    3,200 steaks
    23,750 shrimp

Just Imagine the Possibilities…

Lasting Memories – A Women’s Getaway

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Moab Utah – Women’s Group
In May I returned to the Sorrel River Ranch Resort and Spa, with one of my Women’s Getaway groups. It’s such a beautiful place, Imagine…waking in the morning and looking out at beautiful red mountains. The window shades opened from the top down, so you can wake and see the mountains, without people looking into your room…it was a great way to start the day! Our very spacious rooms had large picture windows and porches – a perfect place to sit at the end of the day, looking out on the Colorado River and take in the beauty of the area.

Days were spent sightseeing with Deb, our O.A.R.S. guide, her knowledge and experience added so much to our excursions. The first day we went to Arches National Park, Deb took us to places that most tourist never get to…when was the last time you saw dinosaur tracks? Later in the day, some of the group did a sunset hike to Fisher Towers – beautiful views. Day two and we were kayaking down the Colorado River. It was early in the season, the river was faster and the rapids a bit more challenging, then my last visit – so I was impressed and very proud of the first time kayakers who took on the challenge. We arrived back at the ranch wet but successful…everyone stayed in the kayaks. Again thanks to Deb who was there to pull any of us in, if needed. On the last day we were off to Canyonlands at an elevation of 6,500 feet. We made a stop where they filmed the last scene of Thelma and Louise – remember this was a women’s group!

We had great dinners at the River Grill Restaurant, located at the ranch, where we laughed about the events of the day and yes we talked about the cowboys! There was time for walks around the grounds, a visit to the pool, horseback riding and an excursion into Moab. One of the highlights, for many of the women, was a visit or two, to the spa. There is a high level of service at Sorrell River Ranch and the staff couldn’t be nicer. I look forward to visiting again…this is a very special place.

Affordable Weekend Cruise – October 26, 2007

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This two-night cruise departs from New York. We leave on Friday and return on Sunday – a fun weekend! Relax and enjoy yourself on Norwegian Cruise Line’s latest ship, the Norwegian Dawn. Experience Freedomstyle Cruising®

  • Eat what you want.
  • Wear what you want.
  • Do what you want.

The Norwegian Dawn features:

  • 13 exclusive restaurants offering everything from Asian to French to Italian Cuisine, and an opulent 5,350 square foot Garden Villa
  • 24-hour Room Service
  • 9 Bars and Lounges
  • a significant collection of rarely seen original art
  • a pool that is flanked by Topsiders Pool Bar, Sprinkles Ice Cream Bar, ample sunning area, hot tubs and casual poolside dining
  • a Library
  • a Card room
  • a Cinema
  • Broadway/Las Vegas Shows
  • Casinos at Sea… enjoy Roulette, Blackjack, Craps, Let It Ride® and Caribbean Stud Poker. Slots and video poker machines, too!
  • a Lap Pool and Jacuzzi
  • a Fitness Center
  • Walking and Jogging Track
  • a Basketball Court
  • and much, much more…

Download a PDF of the Weekend Cruise Flyer. Contact Linda Tatten at 800-710-8041 to reserve your space now. $50 down will do it! Book early for Best Cabin Selection! Limited Space.

Rates per person, based on double occupancy*
Inside Cabin $279.00
Outside Cabin $329.00
Balcony Cabin $429.00
* Plus $59.31 Government taxes and Cruise Line Fees

Optional: Round trip Motor Coach Transportation from Marlborough, Massachusetts to New York $98.00 per person

Hotel In-Room Fitness

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Want to stay in shape while traveling?

Hotels are trying to attract the fitness minded traveler by offering in-room fitness programs for their guests. Westin, Marriott and Hilton have assorted training kits, with equipment like workout mats, tensions bands, yoga balls, hand weights and instructional videos.

The Westin Hotels have even introduced rooms with treadmills and exercise bicycles, at some of their hotels, room rates are about $20.00 more. No more dealing with crowded fitness centers to stay in shape.

Connect with Me

508-485-5723
lindat @ TravelByTatten.com

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Northborough, MA 01532