ALA multi-sport group trips up 15%
Austin-Lehman Adventures (ALA) Director Dan Austin says bookings on their all-inclusive, multi-sport vacations into Yellowstone, Jackson Hole, Yosemite and the Grand Canyon are up 15% over this time last year.
Why? Attribute it to higher gas prices and the ailing economy.
Travelers want high value and shorter escapes they can reach in a few hours.
“Once they get there they don’t mind expending some energy – as long as it is of the human-powered kind,†said Mr. Lehman.
He said the tour company is taking the unusual step of offering a special savings on one of its most popular US national park family trips.
Some trips are being discounted by 10%.
“One of the great values ALA itineraries offer is the diversity of experiences rolled out in just a few days. Folks can put the car keys aside and use their own renewable energy hiking, biking, paddling and horseback riding in destinations that are as remarkable for scenic beauty as anywhere in the world,” Mr Austin said.
He also said that there is no apparent reduction in shoppers looking to buy.
Visits to Austin-Lehman Adventures’ website are up 35% over last year.
He also notes “a rash of last-minute custom trips” with families and friends requesting private domestic trips tailored just for them.
Report by David Wilkening
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