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<td><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><b>Asia</b></font><font face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="1"><br>
A place of extremes! The world's largest continent is also home to
the world's highest peak, Mt. Everest in Nepal, and the world's lowest
point in the Dead Sea. <br>
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<p><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><b>Europe</b></font><font face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="1"><br>
Austria to the UK and Antwerp to Zaragoza. All the information you need is at
your fingertips.<br>
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<p><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><b>South America</b></font><font face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="1"><br>
The Equator cuts through this continent making the temperatures
hot but you'll stay cool knowing where to go.<br>
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<td><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><b>Australasia</b></font><font face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="1"><br>
Includes the islands of the South Pacific, such as Australia, New
Zealand, New Guinea and adjacent islands. <br>
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<p><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><b>Middle East</b></font><font face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="1"><br>
Don't write this region off as as just being all desert. There is
plenty of history and culture to explore.<br>
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<td><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><b>Africa</b></font><font face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="1"><br>
Also known as the Dark Continent, Africa has the longest human history
of any continent and the longest river. Should mean you can spend
a lot of time here and always learn something new. <br>
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<td><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><b>Caribbean
& Bermuda</b></font><font face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="1"><br>
Relax under the sun and on the sand in the islands. You can still
find plenty of activities to fill your days and nights. <br>
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<p><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><b>North America</b></font><font face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="1"><br>
Canada, United States, and Mexico make up the friendly neighborhood
of North America<br>
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</table><strong>50 Plus Travel introduces the following tour operators;</strong>
<p><B>Archaeological Institute of America Tours</B>, P.O. Box 938, 47 Main St., Suite 1, Walpole, NH 03608-0938; 800-748-6262 or 603-756-2884, fax 603-756-2922; <A HREF="mailto:aiatours@sover.net">aiatours@sover.net</A>, <A HREF="http://www.archaeological.org" TARGET="_blank">www.archaeological.org</A>. AIA offers a wide range of land tours and small-ship voyages led by practicing archaeologists who offer behind-the-scenes commentary and insight that only an expert scholar can provide. First-class luxury is the norm on these tours with about 80 percent of clientele over 50.</p>50 Plus Travel suggests;
<p><B>Costa Rica Retirement Tour</B>, Costa Rica Books, 13300 Los Coches Rd. E., #99, El Cajon, CA 92021; 800-365-2342 or 619-749-8570, <A HREF="mailto:liveincostarica@cox.net">liveincostarica@cox.net</A>, <A HREF="http://www.retireincostarica.net" TARGET="_blank">www.retireincostarica.net</A>. Relocation and retirement consultant, Christopher Howard, offers in-depth, nuts-and-bolts tours of Costa Rica, laced with a lot of fun, for people who are thinking of living there full- or part-time. He has also researched retirement realities for Nicaragua, Panama and, yes, even Cuba, with "live in" guidebooks on this theme for each destination.</p>50 Plus Travel promotes;
<p><B>ElderTreks</B>, 597 Markham St., Toronto, Ontario M6G 2L7, Canada; 800-741-7956 or 416-588-5000, fax 416-588-9839; <A HREF="mailto:eldertreks@eldertreks.com">eldertreks@eldertreks.com</A>, <A HREF="http://www.eldertreks.com" TARGET="_blank">www.eldertreks.com</A>. Catering to 50-plus curious, adventurous travelers since 1992, ElderTreks currently offers small groups opportunities to learn in-depth about environments, countries, and cultures in 50 countries. Covering both land-based and ship-based tours, each itinerary is described in “no surprises” detail and with activity level ratings from easy to challenging. Very high on repeat clientele—always a healthy sign!</p>50 Plus Travel .com suggests;
<p><B>50plus Expeditions</B>, 40 Brisbane Road, Toronto, Ontario M3J 2J8, Canada; 866-318-5050 or 416-749-5150, fax 416-749-8850, <A HREF="mailto:info@50plusexpeditions.com">info@50plusexpeditions.com</A>, <A HREF="http://www.50plusexpeditions.com" TARGET="_blank">www.50plusexpeditions.com</A>. Small group adventures, expedition, and adventure cruises, and custom independent travel itineraries designed specifically for active older adults who want to explore a world of destinations by expeditionary ship, walking, hiking, or biking. All trips are graded for activity level from easy to demanding. No single supplements on guided or cruise trips, if willing to share, even if no room partner can be matched.</p>50plus travel likes;
<p><STRONG>Generations Touring Company</STRONG>, PO Box 20187, Seattle, WA 98102-1187; Toll free: 888-415-9100 or 206-325-2830; fax 206-325-2831; <A HREF="mailto:staffdesk@generationstouringcompany.com">staffdesk@generationstouringcompany.com</A>; <A HREF="http://www.generationstouringcompany.com" TARGET="_blank">www.generationstouringcompany.com</A>. GTC specializes in dynamic, enriching vacations for all types of family groups. Whether in Costa Rica, Mexico, Canada or the U.S., GTC adventures combine a mix of fun activities designed for kids, teens, and adults; age-appropriate interpretation and cultural interactions with locals. Intergenerational groups, including brand new Take-A-Parent tours for adult children and their parents or grandparents, are all-inclusive bonding adventures. Sixty percent of clients are over 50.</p>50 plustravel likes tours by;
<p><B>GRANDTRAVEL Tours</B>, 1920 N. St., NW, Suite 200, Washington, DC 20036-1601; 800-247-7651 or 202-785-8901, fax 202-785-3322; <A HREF="mailto:Grandtravel@academic-travel.com">Grandtravel@academic-travel.com</A>, <A HREF="http://www.grandtrvl.com" TARGET="_blank">www.grandtrvl.com</A>. <B>GRANDTRAVEL</B> specializes in educational grandparent/grandchild vacations that both age groups are guaranteed to find stimulating and fun. All activity directors are teacher-trained with a mandate to engage the youthful clients in an enriching menu of international explorations to England, Ireland, Scotland, Italy, Kenya, and Australia. Not cheap but worth every penny. The exquisitely art-illustrated 40-page catalog reflects the attention to detail in which this 19-year-old company excels.</p>50 plus travel suggests;
<p><B>Iluminado Tours</B>, 200 North Service Rd., West, Unit 1, Suite 144, Oakville, Ontario, L6M 2Y1 Canada; 866-212-4644 or 905-337-3104; <A HREF="mailto:info@iluminado-tours.com">info@iluminado-tours.com</A>, <A HREF="http://www.iluminado-tours.com" TARGET="_blank">www.iluminado-tours.com</A>. While all tours of this Yucatan-focused operator are senior-friendly, one original offering is worth singling out: a custom "Living Your Dream" 1-week immersion tour to investigate retirement options and lifestyles in Mexico’s Yucatan state. Learn about medical services, banking, immigration, real estate, local transportation, and the local Yucatan culture.</p>Maybe you would like 50Plus Travels to;
<p><STRONG>Pacific Rainforest Adventure Tours:
Vancouver Island Nature Day Tours for Seniors</STRONG>.
Explore the forests and beaches of Vancouver Island with experienced, knowledgeable naturalist guides. Coastal scenery, natural history and human history are featured on exciting and inspiring nature eco tours that are specifically designed for seniors. Contact: <A HREF="mailto:mail@rainforestnaturehikes.com">mail@rainforestnaturehikes.com</A>, <A HREF="http://www.rainforestnaturehikes.com" TARGET="_blank">www.rainforestnaturehikes.com</A>. (reviewed by Web Editor). </p>50 plus travel watches;
<p><B>Rick Steves’ Tours</B>, P.O.B 2009, 130 4th Ave. N, Edmonds, WA 98020; 425-771-8303, fax 425-771-0833; <A HREF="mailto:tours@ricksteves.com">tours@ricksteves.com</A>, <A HREF="http://www.ricksteves.com" TARGET="_blank">www.ricksteves.com</A>. Currently offers 28 small-group tours and 300 departures reflecting the “Europe Through the Back Door” grassroots philosophy of his acclaimed European guidebooks and V video/DVD travel series. With a good mix of ages from 30 to 80 (about 60 percent women), more than half of participants are over 50 on the 2- to 3-week country and region tours, while they make up 30-40 percent on the 1-week city tours.</SPAN></p>http://www.50plustravel.com likes;
<p><B>Senior Women’s Travel</B>, 136 E. 56th St., New York, NY 10022; 212-838-4740, fax 212-826-8710; <A HREF="mailto:maryann@poshnosh.com">maryann@poshnosh.com</A>, <A HREF="http://www.poshnosh.com" TARGET="_blank">www.poshnosh.com</A>. Senior Women's Travel is for 50-plus women who are active and adventurous with a passion for travel and embracing new experiences. Spotlight on great European cities, European regional exploration, grandmother/grandchild travel, and arts, theater, and cuisine. </SPAN></p>http://50plustravel walks the world;
<p><B>Walking the World</B>, P.O. Box 1186, Fort Collins, CO 80522-1186; 800-340-9255 or 970-498-0500, fax 970-498-9100; <A HREF="mailto:info@walkingtheworld.com">info@walkingtheworld.com</A>, <A HREF="http://www.walkingtheworld.com" TARGET="_blank">www.walkingtheworld.com</A>. Specializing exclusively in active adventure vacations for those 50 or better, Walking the World passionately believes that walking is the key to experiencing firsthand not only a country’s majestic natural areas, but its rich and varied human cultures as well. A natural history and cultural ethic pervade all small-group WTW tours, aiming for minimum impact with maximum enjoyment, with an average daily walk between six and ten miles. About 60 percent of clients are singles, 70 percent are women. </p>
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