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African Safari – what’s hot in 2012 – the Sanctuary sneak preview!

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December 16, 2011 at 7:06 pm

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A&K | 2012 Extreme Adventures from $3,490

New 2012 Extreme Adventures from $3,490

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October 17, 2011 at 7:11 am

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A&K Now on iPad

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Here’s a great app for your iPad. On your way to/from work on the train, or hanging out on your couch, you can check — in full amazing color — the world of luxury and exotic (or not so exotic) travel with Abercrombie and Kent. And of course, we’re a top partner with A&K which means clout for you.

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October 13, 2011 at 7:29 am

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Small Ship Cruising very small with Abercrombie and Kent

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Cruise with A&K for an On-Board Experience Second to None
Cruise with A&K for an On-Board Experience Second to None

Abercrombie & Kent was named one of the Top Small Ship Cruise Lines in the world for the 14th time in the Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards. Our adventure cruises immerse you in the exotic and the unspoiled while you cruise in comfort and luxury. Get up close to nature in the Galápagos and travel with expert naturalists aboard MV ‘Eclipse,’ noted for the best shore excursions and itineraries. October to December Galápagos departures are available; see itineraries.

Learn more about A&K’s cruising experiences.
Cruise Savings:

• Galápagos – Save $300 per person on select departures reserved by Jul 15
• Egypt – Save up to 35% on select departures reserved by Jul 31
• Antarctica – Save 15% on the Dec 17 departure reserved by Jun 30
China
China
Sep – Nov departures available
Cruise through the scenic Three Gorges aboard Sanctuary MV ‘Yangzi Explorer,’ the only luxury boutique river cruiser on the Yangzi.

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Egypt
Egypt
Oct – Dec departures available
The temples and tombs along the Nile are revealed when you cruise in authentic elegance and style on MS ‘Sun Boat III’ and MS ‘Sun Boat IV.’

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Antarctica
Antarctica
Dec 17 departure available
Cruise to the White Continent with the finest expedition staff on board MV ‘Le Boreal,’ the first all-balcony stateroom and suite vessel in the region.

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To reserve your A&K cruise, contact your travel professional

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Abercrombie & Kent USA, LLC, 1411 Opus Place, Executive Towers West II, Suite 300, Downers Grove, IL 60515-1098, USA,

These promotions are offered exclusively through A&K’s U.S. Office, are subject to availability, and are applicable only to new bookings. Additional restrictions may apply. All A&K offers have no cash value.

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July 1, 2011 at 7:19 am

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A&K’s East Africa with Its Foremost Experts

Tour East Africa or Southern Africa with the best: Josh Friedman Luxury Travel and A&K
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The Ultimate Safari Experience
The Ultimate Safari Experience
Now is the time to explore classic East Africa, a destination that never goes out of style.Endless savannah grasses, fiery sunsets, larger-than-life game — it’s no surprise that East Africacontinues to be a must-see for every serious traveller. Nobody does East Africa better than Abercrombie & Kent. Born in Nairobi nearly 50 years ago, A&K knows this destination from the inside out, delivering you to the most authentic people, places and wildlife in Tanzania and Kenya. Learn more about:

A Day on Safari A&K’s Mobile Camping
Why Visit Now?
June to August — the African winter — boasts drier conditions and sparse vegetation, making game viewing much easier. Wildlife is also more active, searching for food and water. Time it just right and your clients may even see the Great Migration, a can’t-miss spectacle of nature.
Three Outstanding Safari Journeys
Tanzania Hemingway SafariTanzania Hemingway Safari
Experience the romance and excitement of four great game parks on this vintage, Roosevelt-era safari, overnighting under starry skies in A&K’s exclusive mobile tented camps.		 Wings Over KenyaWings Over Kenya
Fly between permanent luxury camps and A&K’s mobile tented camps, allowing you to spend more time viewing wildlife in Kenya’s vast game parks.		 East Africa Wildlife DiscoveryEast Africa Wildlife Discovery
Explore both Kenya and Tanzania, from the fabled Serengeti — home to lion, cheetah, giraffe and more — to the Masai Mara, land of the legendary Maasai warriors.
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March 6, 2011 at 9:20 am

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Galapagos with A&K this Summer

Venture to the Galapagos, Machu Picchu, the Peruvian Amazon. Colca Canyon. Lake Titicaca! Contact us while you’re thinking about it. All luxury customized vacations.
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Venture to the Galápagos with A&K this Summer
A Natural Selection
Redefine the ideal island escape with A&K’s award-winning journeys to the Galápagos.The Galápagos Islands are one of the world’s greatest natural treasures — a living wildlife museum that awakens the explorer in people of all ages. Abercrombie & Kent journeys sail to the magical archipelago all summer long on board MV ‘Eclipse.’Why A&K?
‘Eclipse‘ received perfect scores for Shore Excursions and Itineraries/Schedules in Condé Nast Traveler’s 2010 Readers’ Poll. In addition, A&K was named one of the world’s Top 20 Cruise Lines in the Condé Nast Traveler’s 2010 Readers’ Choice Awards.

Why Now?
Summer is the perfect time to experience the islands, especially with your family. The Humboldt Current brings cooling waters and more nutrients to the archipelago, which means more wildlife sightings and activity.

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Which Voyage is Right for You?
This summer, A&K offers a wide variety of small group escorted departures, including:
Wonders of the Galápagos Wonders of the Galápagos
Encounter giant tortoise, sea lion, blue-footed booby and other curious, fearless creatures; then fall under the spell of Quito’s colonial charms.
The Galápagos Family Adventure The Galápagos Family Adventure
Bring your loved ones along on this voyage of discovery that features a dedicated children’s activity guide who tailors nature walks, games and wildlife talks for young explorers.
The Galápagos Family Adventure Peru & the Galápagos Family Adventure
Combine two legendary destinations on this family-friendly journey that takes you from magical island shores to the peaks of the Andes.
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– S.F., Chicago
Calling All Shutterbugs
Calling All ShutterbugsPhoto fanatics, get your cameras ready — photographer Jonathan Green leads special Photo Safari journeys on the May 20 Wonders of the Galápagos and August 12 The Galápagos Family Adventure departures. Learn how to document this once-in-a-lifetime journey with Green, who helps you find photo “hotspots,” leads informative lectures and provides hands-on advice.
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February 10, 2011 at 10:17 pm

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A&K Discover Bronte Country on a Customized Luxury Vacation

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Visit Locations Featured in Jane Eyre
Visit Locations Featured in Jane EyrePut yourself in the middle of Charlotte Bronte’s 19th-century England when you embark on Tailor Made Jane Eyre & Bronte Country. Travel with your private driver-guide who shows you the sights as only a local can. Visit stately houses that were used in the soon-to-be-released film of Jane Eyre and places that inspired Bronte’s fiction. Explore the windswept moors and heather-clad fields of Yorkshire and the dramatic Brimham Rocks, featured in both Jane Eyre and Wuthering Heights.Learn more about this independent literary journey.
Spend a Memorable Spring Break in Egypt
Spend a Memorable Spring Break in EgyptHistory comes alive in Egypt every day, with countless sites to explore in Cairo and along the Nile. Visit in March and April avoid the high temperatures of summer in the desert. Consider Pharaohs & Pyramids, featuring a cruise aboard the esteemed MS ‘Sun Boat III,’ or you can get to know both Egypt and Jordan on Sands of Time.View Egypt journeys with spring break availability.
Celebrate Machu Picchu's 100 Years
Celebrate Machu Picchu’s 100 YearsThis year marks the 100th anniversary of Hiram Bingham’s discovery of Machu Picchu, and a March or April trip is a great time to discover it, when the ruins are less crowded. On Machu Picchu & Beyond, explore the site in the company of its former resident archaeologist, hike the scenic surroundings and discover Incan wonders in Cusco and the Sacred Valley.Learn more about Machu Picchu & Beyond.
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Abercrombie & Kent was voted “Best Luxury Tour Operator” and “Top Luxury Destination Management Company Worldwide” by experts who specialize in luxury travel. The Luxury Travel Advisor Awards of Excellence recognize the travel suppliers they consider the “best of the best.”
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February 1, 2011 at 7:34 am

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Santiago: the New York Times’ #1 Travel Destination for 2011

Santiago and the wine producing areas of Chile and Argentina (Mendoza) are a greattrip. Even add on Buenos Aires and/or Rio. And we customize your luxury travel experience as you would expect that we would.Josh

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Visit Santiago, Top Choice of New York Times for 2011
Visit Santiago, Top Choice of New York Times for 2011The New York Times in “The 41 Places to Go in 2011″ named the Chilean capital this year’s best destination. Nestled between Andean peaks and the Pacific Ocean, Santiago has an enviable Mediterranean climate, stunning museums and award-winning restaurants. Discover this fascinating city on Signature Chile or embark on a culinary adventure in Santiago and design your own wine on Tailor Made Chile: Santiago & Wine Valleys. Combine Santiago with Chile’s volcano-studded southlands and Lake District, as well as Buenos Aires, Iguassu Falls and Rio de Janeiro on Wonders of Chile, Argentina & Brazil.Discover Santiago in 2011 on an A&K independent or small group departure.
Rare Opportunity to Attend Hemis Festival
Rare Opportunity to Attend Hemis FestivalJoin Tour Director Vishal Ghai and explore India’s highest and most inaccessible region on Marco Polo Club’s India’s Himalayan Kingdom of Ladakh (July 5-17). In this fascinating center of Buddhism and its related cultural riches, attend Hemis Festival, a privilege not often available to Westerners. Enjoy spectacular views of the Himalaya from your luxury tented camp on the banks of the Indus River.Learn more about this incredible Invitational Program.
Test Your Stamina on an Extreme Adventure to Bhutan
Test Your Stamina on an Extreme Adventure to BhutanBike, hike, walk and climb through the remote valleys and mountain plateaus of the Himalaya on Extreme Adventures Bhutan: Land of the Dragon by Foot & Cycle. Explore this isolated culture and physically challenge yourself every day. Climb 3,000 feet to explore a sacred pilgrimage site, bike winding roads and hike down a 70- to 80-degree slope. May, June and November departures are available.Learn more about this exhilarating Extreme Adventure.
travel_weekly_logo.gif A&K Wins Travel Weekly Readers’ Choice AwardsAbercrombie & Kent was voted “World’s Best Luxury Tour Operator” and “Best Africa Tour Operator” for the seventh consecutive year by travel professionals at the Travel Weekly Readers Choice Awards. The awards acknowledge and celebrate excellence in the travel industry and are considered to be among the highest accolades a travel company can receive.
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January 24, 2011 at 10:44 am

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Abercrombie & Kent | China and Three Gorges

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Embrace the Beauty of the Three Gorges on a Yangzi Cruise
Embrace the Beauty of the Three Gorges on a Yangzi CruiseEmbark on a journey through scenery that has inspired centuries of artists and explorers when you travel with A&K aboard Sanctuary MS ‘Yangzi Explorer.’ On both Highlights of China (from $5,475) and Yangzi Passage (from $7,795), discover the must-see sights in Beijing, Xian and Shanghai and cruise the Three Gorges region of the Yangzi River. Yangzi Passage also includes a visit to Guilin. Save 50% on the single supplement on the April 15, 2011 Highlights of Chinadeparture.Learn more about cruising the Yangzi with A&K. Search for more journeys to China.
Go Down Under for Family Adventure
Go Down Under for Family AdventureA Family Holiday in Australia is an idyllic combination of the exotic and the familiar. On Outback Adventure (July 23-August 1, 2011, from $6,295), visit Sydney, the Australian Outback and sacred Uluru. Swim and snorkel in the Great Barrier Reef, take a surfing lesson at Bondi Beach and explore the untamed terrain of the Australian Outback on a rollicking ATV ride.Learn more about Outback Adventure.
Ride Elegant Rails in Scotland and Save
Ride Elegant Rails in Scotland and SaveSave up to $1,690 per person when you reserve a select 2011 luxury train journey aboard The Royal Scotsman by December 15, 2010. On the Western route travel to the Isle of Bute for a private viewing of Britain’s most spectacular Victorian Gothic house. The Classic route includes a stop at the Glen Ord distillery and a visit to the house and gardens of Ballindalloch.Reserve your journey on The Royal Scotsman now.
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