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They Caught the Travel Bug:
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August 28, 2009
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The Guest Milestone Issue
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ALA Celebrates Our most Avid Alumni
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What does it take to be voted the #1 Tour Operator in the World? The simple answer is...GREAT ALUMNI! The folks who travel with us year after year, who rave about us to their friends, who vote for us when Travel + Leisure puts out a survey, who give us valuable feedback and who inspire us to keep working tirelessly every day to continue to offer the most fun, rewarding travel experiences they could wish for.
We would like to recognize a few of our most avid alumni, including a couple taking their 50th European biking tour this fall (that’s right, 5-0!). Read on to learn more about each of them, and what it is about the Austin-Lehman experience that keeps them coming back year after year (after year after year after year!).
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chuck and Judy Silberstein Celebrate their 50th European Adventure
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If you think you travel a lot, think again. Meet Chuck and Judy Silberstein of Ossing, New York, about to embark on their 50th European biking adventure this Fall. The Silbersteins took their first Euro-Bike (now ALA) tour over 20 years ago. It’sthe combination of a personalized approach, they say, along with the sense ofease they feel on each trip and their friendship with Ron (owner/founder ofEuro-Bike) that keeps them coming back. “When you sit down at a café, your guide is there to translate the menu. When you’re about to tackle a tremendous hill, your guide is there to offer you a lift. When you want some advice on where to stop for lunch, your guide is there with suggestions. We have known Ron and the guides for over 20 years and there’s no one more receptive, engaging or capable!”Several years ago, Chuck and Judy introduced the two-wheeled vacation concept to their friend Al Tarasuk of Great Neck, New York. Since then the trio has traveled together on over 20 tours. Al loves being able to bike at his own pace and trusts Ron and his guides to take care of every detail, which he says, “makes for a very relaxing vacation.” Biking Europe, he adds “ …the fancy bikes, the backcountry routes, the backup van…it’s just something you couldn’t do on your own.”Chuck, Judy and Al are getting ready to set off on their next joint adventure this October to the Tuscan Coast & Isle of Elba. Learn more about what it is they love the most about the European Biking experience here on our blog >>
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Ken Lyons: Boy Scout turned Backcountry Enthusiast
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Thirteen years ago, Ken Lyons took his first trip with Austin-Lehman to a part of the world he’d only dreamed about exploring as a child: Glacier National Park. Since then, Ken has been with us on over 20 trips. As a boy scout growing up in New Jersey, Ken spent his childhood camping, backpacking and experiencing “the sheer joy of being in the woods.” With Austin-Lehman, Ken says, he’s kept that joy alive. While he still loves to backpack on his own, traveling with ALA allows him to explore the wilderness, but with the added comforts of great guides, delicious food, a comfortable bed and peace of mind. “Backpacking is pretty strenuous and it entails sleeping in a tent and eating freeze-dried food. There is a lot of planning that goes into my trips…things like getting permits, securing rental cars and buying equipment. ALA provides me an opportunity to learn, explore, try new things and then come back to a nice room, great food and great company. You can't beat that. I can't think of a single need that didn't get met on any of my trips.”
Ken is eagerly anticipating his next ALA adventure to Yellowstone Park this fall. To learn more about his past ALA experiences and what keeps him coming back for more, please visit our blog >>
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We are thrilled and honored to announce that Austin-Lehman Adventures has been recognized as the #1 Tour Operator and Safari Outfitter in the World by the readers of Travel + Leisure magazine.
Custom Adventure Vacations
Our travel experts love to plan custom adventures tailored just for you! You tell us what you want to do, how much you want to spend and how active you'd like to be, and we'll build it exactly your way!
Contact an Austin-Lehman Custom Trip Expert today and we'll put together your one-of-a-kind itinerary! Call 800.575.1540 or email info@austinlehman.com
ALA Adventure Travel Blog
Where do new trip ideas come from? How often does Dan really travel?How did the new European trips come about and what is in store for2010? Find out on our blog >>
In the next Travelogue:
An inside look into some of ALA's most popular restaurants and accommodations. |
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Flat terrain, stunning springtime flowers andcountless fietspad (bike paths)...there’s no better way to exploreHolland than by bicycle.
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Rushing rivers and mighty forests make acomfortable home the richest diversity of wildlife this side of the Serengeti.
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Glacier Park preserves over a million acres of old growthforests, alpine lakes, rugged mountains and sweeping wildflower meadows.
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AUSTIN-LEHMAN ADVENTURES FEATURED RECIPE
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| There's a reason why our guests rave about our food. Whether served campfire-side or at a 5-star restaurant, our artfully prepared local eats are sinfully delicious! |
Strawberry Chicken Salad
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- In a bowl, combine chicken and celery.
- In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, lemon juice, mint, salt and pepper; pour over chicken and toss.
- Refrigerate.
- Just before serving, fold in strawberries, oranges and almonds.
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Ingredients
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| - 4 cups cubed cooked chicken |
| - 3/4 cup chopped celery |
| - 1/3 cup mayonnaise |
| - 2 Tbs. lemon juice |
| - 1 Tbs. minced mint |
| - 3/4 tsp. salt |
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- 1/8 tsp. pepper
- 2 cup sliced strawberries
- 1/3 cup slivered almonds
- 1 can of mandarin oranges
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