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Adventurous Wench Gives Women Travelers the Information They Want

AUG. 11, 2004 - Mesa, AZ

What kind of traveler are you?  Do you take off for Timbuktu at a moment's notice, and figure it out as you go?  Or do you want to know the plan in advance - how far, how strenuous, and what to pack for dinner?  Studies have shown that women like more advance information than men, and Adventurous Wench, a travel company specializing in active travel for women, caters to this need.

The founder, Deanna Keahey, said "The Penn State study (Nov. 2002) found that knowing what to expect is more important to women than to men.  This fits with my own experience and what I've heard from other women.  Our company is dedicated to travel for women, so we strive to provide all the information they need."  In addition to extensive trip information available through the website, brochure and itineraries, Adventurous Wench provides every traveler with an Adventure Essentials booklet (picture at left, sample available on request). 

Designed by women, for women, this booklet includes a detailed itinerary and much more.  Specifics vary by trip, but in a sample from a Santa Fe trip, you'll find the following:

  *  Meeting instructions, with what shoes to wear the first day
  *  Activities, with length and elevation change for every hike
  *  Tips on dealing with higher altitude
  *  Ideas for getting in shape for the trip
  *  Packing list, including eye drops for desert-dry eyes
  *  Will your cell phone work?  Can you access the internet?
  *  Type of food and regional specialties - chiles
  *  A timeline that puts places visited in historical perspective
  *  Recommended reading, from history to mystery

Says Keahey "information lets a guest be better prepared for the trip, and increases her comfort level.  We want every guest to relax and have fun, and this is part of our commitment to doing that."

The Santa Fe & Taos trip is offered Sept. 19-23, 2004.  The 5-day women-only trip is $1695, including accommodations, ground transportation (not airfare), trip leaders, entry fees & activities, and all meals except one dinner.

For a different experience, Adventurous Wench offers 7-day trips on a private sailing yacht with captain and crew in the British Virgin Islands.  The $2045 price tag includes yacht accommodations & transportation (not airfare), all meals, and a multitude of water sports.  2004 departures are Nov. 28 (women only) and Dec. 5 (open to everyone).  In 2005, the company is also offering trips to Costa Rica, Ireland and the San Juan Islands, as well as an assortment of long-weekend getaways in North America.

Adventurous Wench specializes in soft adventure trips designed for women.  Guests enjoy outdoor activities such as hiking or sailing, with excellent cuisine, fine accommodations, and women's touches like spa visits.  To find out more about Adventurous Wench trips, call toll-free 866-419-3624, or visit the website at www.AdventurousWench.com.