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Travel Planning Resources
- General Travel Resources -
How to Plan Your Next Adventure Vacations. Need help planning your next adventure vacation? Here is an entire page dedicated to helping plan your next adventure vacation, full of travel and planning tips from our travel experts.
Fun Facts About 3 Classic American Natinal Parks - Did you know? Find out some secret facts about 3 of our greatest National Parks.
How to Choose the Right Tour Operator- When it comes to your precious vacation time and dollars, a little time and energy spent on the front end will help ensure the vacation of your dreams.
The World Clock - Current local time in cities and countries, in all time zones.
MD Travel Health - Complete travel health information, updated daily, for physicians and travelers.
- International Travel Resources -
Language Tips for Traveling Abroad- Here are some helpful phrases in 5 common languages to know when traveling in Europe:
French, Italian, Spanish, German and Dutch
Foreign Entry Requirements for US Citizens - Information on passports, visas, immunizations, medical information, additional fees, and conditions abroad that may affect your safety and security.
World Health Organization - The authority for health within the United Nations system. Responsible for providing leadership on global health matters, shaping the health research agenda, and setting norms and standards.
Universal Currency Converter - Perform currency and foreign exchange calculations using live, mid-market rates.
Foreign Electrical Systems - A summary of information on the electrical requirements and systems in use in most countries of the world.
- Air Travel Resources -
Airline Seating Charts - Information on airplane seating, in-flight amenities, and other useful airline information.
- Maps -
Google Maps - Find various types of interactive maps for any city or country around the world.
Maps.com - Purchase maps and guide books to take with you on your travels.
- Weather -
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration -Daily weather forecasts, severe storm warnings and climate monitoring to fisheries management, coastal restoration and supporting marine commerce.
The Weather Channel - Features current conditions and forecasts for over 98,000 locations worldwide, along with local and regional radars.
- Travel Clothing and Gear -
Eagle Creek - Providing travelers with a complete travel system, from a main bag to packing and organization solutions, to security, comfort and everyday essentials while on the road.
ExOfficio - Clothing solutions for outdoor & travel enthusiasts with a specialty in functionality.
Travel Smith - Travel clothing, shoes and accessories for women and men.
World's Best
ALA was recognized as one of the top Tour Operators and Safari Outfitters in the World in 2009, 2010 and 2011. Read the Press Release >
Outside Magazine2012 Hall of Fame Travel Awards
ALA was inducted in Outside Magazine's 2012 Hall of Fame Travel Awards for our groundbreaking Cuba Tours. Read More...
National Geographic Traveler 50 Tours of a Lifetime
The editors of National Geographic Traveler single out ALA's Cuba tour as one of their top tours in 2012. See the complete list>




