AdvenTour eNews July: SUNNY DAYS WITH BETTER RATES
There's no question that 2009 is a challenging year financially so making sure we get real value for our money is going to be very important. Discovering other cultures, sampling local life and out-of-the-ordinary travel experiences are great ways to create happy memories that will stay with you long after you leave.
At AdvenTour we believe in offering the best experiences and value for your money - not the cheapest prices. However with the present economic downturn, we have been working harder than ever to negotiate better rates with our partners including hotels and partners in Armenia and Georgia, our main focus countries as well as Iran and Eastern Turkey. We have also taken into account the recent favorable exchange rates. The result is that we are able to offer price reductions of up to € 200 for our trips in 2009. Don't worry if you've booked early - we will pass on these reductions to all travelers.
So, if you are looking for places where € has a lot of value, look no further, go to ArmeniaExplorer for inspiration.
Happy Travels in 2009, we look forward to you joining us this year,
Ellen
AdvenTour eNews
Land Beyond Generalization
Snow capped mountains, crystal blue lakes, dramatic mountains and a history that rivals that of Babylon - Caucasus is definitely full of surprises. Whether you come to explore the remains of lost civilizations or in search of dinosaur remains, sample wonderful food or challenge yourself trekking at the world's most spectacular mountains, Caucasus evades generalization.
This year we are adding even more thrill to your Caucasus trip. Our new extensions to Eastern Turkey and Iran will help you enter a very different cultural setting which adds to the overall experience.
Read on to learn more about Iran and Eastern Turkey extensions.
Tour to Iran
The ancient lands of Persia are steeped with history and culture. If you want to learn more about this fascinating country from the vibrant city of Tehran to Shiraz, the home of the famous Poets, Persepolis where you will encounter an astounding example of the rule of the early Achaemenid Empire and Isfahan famous for its ancient bridges, mosques, minarets, and tree lined avenues, this is the tour for you.
Tour to Eastern Turkey
Round up you Armenia experience with 4-day Eastern Turkey extension. This quite remarkable journey will take you across the diverse and ranging land of Eastern Turkey. The legendary final resting place of Noah's Ark, the soaring heights of Mount Ararat (5,165 m) dominate our journey towards the town of Kars, where we visit the ancient Armenian capital of Ani. Continue via the sumptuous splendour of Isak Pasha Palace to Lake Van where we visit Aktamar Island and the 10th century church of the Holy Cross.
Kartlos, our cultural guide for Georgia
For me being a guide is a perfect chance to introduce the history, culture and traditions of my country to the people from all over the world. It is really a great thing when after visiting my country I hear people saying it was an unforgettable time. I am happy to be able to be the part of a society striving for peace and better understanding between nations.
Travel Saving Tips
Who better to give us great tips on how to save some extra travel money than avid travellers?
Blanche writes: Travel keeps me happy so I am finding means to continue travelling even in these tough times. Since fuel prices are down; I put money aside every time I fill the tank and put this in savings for future travel!
Ray writes: As a couple on average wages we have managed 4 weeks exploring Europe and Asia every year by keeping the following rules:
- Put away a fixed amount every pay day for your holiday and don't touch it.
- Stay in 2 star hotels, you are only sleeping there; you don't need the fancy touches that the more expensive hotels offer.
- Don't eat in the hotel or fancy restaurant, find places where locals are having meals, pick up ingredients to make a picnic lunch. Drink only local drinks, they are fresh, taste great and help you save.
- Draw up a budget for daily spending and little extras like coffee and pastries and stick to it.
If you have some more ideas on how you can save at home so you have extra cash for your holidays, then we'd love to share your tips with AdvenTour eNews readers.
Frequently Asked Questions updated
Clients from all over the world have been booking their trips with us for 7 years now and this section is a summary of all those years of experience. All the why's and how's as well as some things you may think of but keep forgetting to ask - you'll find them here.
Book & Save
Welcome to Book & Save.
Listed below are the current offers that will help you save on your upcoming trip - more than 25% off for the following trips:
Grand Caucasus
10 days - departs 15 Oct 09
Countries visited: Armenia and Georgia
Was € 1,150 NOW € 863 GO>
Best of Armenia
10 days - departs 17 Sep 09
Countries visited: Armenia
Was € 807 NOW € 690 GO>
Hiking Armenia
10 days - departs 06 Aug 09
Countries visited: Armenia
Was € 859 NOW € 696 GO>
Price Guarantee
With so much financial uncertainty at the moment we wanted to introduce some peace of mind to anyone taking a holiday with us this year. If you book a new holiday with AdvenTour from our 2009 guaranteed or available tour collection or a Tailor Made itinerary, we guarantee that there will be no surcharges to the price confirmed at the time of booking. This applies to all holidays departing between 1st January and 1st December.
Please note: Armenia departure tax (AMD 10,000 paid at the airport at departure) was eliminated as of February 1 2009.
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