Come back alive…maybe

Saturday, 27 Dec, 2010 0

A Switzerland-based tour operator has partnered with the author of "The World’s Most Dangerous Places" and "Come Back Alive" to take travelers to some of the globe’s notorious trouble spots.
 

Babel Travel isn’t the first to offer jaunts into places perceived as off-limits to the average tourist, but founder Kevin Pollard says the company’s "danger" itineraries are more comprehensive than most, says USA Today.
 

The itineraries were designed with Robert Young Pelton, a so-called professional adventurer and author. Pelton himself will not be on the trips.
 

The trips are not about danger in itself, Pollard says.
 

"I’ve long wanted to offer a trip style that combines humanitarian, educational and journalistic elements with sightseeing," he said.
 

Afghanistan and Iraq are among their “Cultural Engagement” tours.

Prices are US$6,550 to $15,700.

Insurance is covered.
 

By David Wilkening
 



 

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