Welcome
to The Walking Connection Travel Experience.
Frequently Asked Questions
The following are a questions
we are asked most frequently about what is like to travel with
the Walking Connection. Here are straight-forward answers to
those questions along with other insights to provide you with
a more complete picture of the experience we provide.
Since 1992 we have been leading
cultural active adventures for guests just like you. The young
or young at heart enjoy the satisfaction a day's exploration
brings and relax in the pampering provided at the end of the
day's journey.
Learn why there is a difference
when you travel with us and what to expect on our trips including;
who travels with us, how far we walk each day, how strenuous
our walks are, what is included in your trip, what to bring
and more.
With a guest repeat rate of
over 90%, many new guests come to travel with us through referrals
and invitations from other seasoned Walking Connection travelers.
As the Walking Connection continues
to grow through our web
site, we know by experience that many new travelers
often like to talk to the tour director, owners or trip guide
before making a decision to travel with the Walking Connection.
We welcome the opportunity to
talk to you or exchange e-mails to answer your questions, comments
or requests for additional information.
Traveling with The Walking
Connection.
Is it right for me?
Why travel with the Walking
Connection?
Our trips.
How far do you walk
each day?
What are the
accommodations like?
What is the food like?
What if I have a special diet?
Our Guests.
Who travels on your trips?
What is the average age?
What if I don't have
anyone to travel with? Can you help me find a roommate?
How many guests are
in each group? How many guests are there for each guide/host?
Weather, Safety & Special
Gear
What do you do if it
rains?
Do I need special gear
for a Walking Connection trip?
Inclusive Vacation
What is included in
the tour?
Is traveling
with the Walking Connection right for me?
Yes, if you like to get off
the bus or out of the car and treat yourself to an intimate
relationship with your surroundings. By walking the countryside
or strolling bustling city streets, you have the chance to explore
the path less traveled. To immerse yourself in the true
flavor of a culture, the people, its history and all of its
unique sights and sounds, it must be done on foot.
Why
should I travel with the Walking Connection?
Traveling with the Walking Connection
is not about going on a “group” tour. It is about taking
a 'real' vacation where all the details are planned so that
you can relax, reenergize and truly be stress free. We find
special places that without us, you would probably not find
on your own.
Once there, you have plenty
of time to be independent and explore on your own. We pride
our selves in personal service by knowing our guests on an individual
basis. We will learn what your likes and dislikes are, what
you are interested in and what your physical capabilities are.
Then based on that information, we share each destination with
you as only we can.
How
far do you walk each day?
Each destination we travel to
presents a unique opportunity for walking. Guests can
walk as little or as much as they want. You will typically have
options throughout the day so that you can walk your pace and
pick and choose how much or how little you would like to do.
You may choose to get up for
a walk to a farmers market before breakfast or take the morning
at a slower pace. A van or mini-bus is always available
for anyone who needs a lift. If you regularly walk and can comfortably
go 3-5 miles at a time, these vacations are perfect for you.
What
are the accommodations like?
Always high style and first
class -- we want you to feel pampered. By selecting the best
available and most suitable accommodations an area has to offer,
we ensure you will finish each day the way it began -- peaceful,
relaxed and looking forward to your next experience.
What
will the meals be like?
Wherever you travel
with the Walking Connection, the cuisine reflects the regions
very best. Many times we dine in small, quaint family operated
restaurants, frequently in private homes, farms or vineyards,
and occasionally in local cooking schools where we participate
and learn how meals of the area are prepared. Breakfasts are
hearty and frequently lunches will be picnics served at some
of the most beautiful places on earth.
If you have special
dietary needs we can usually accommodate them with advance notice.
Who travels
with the Walking Connection?
They are like-minded people with a positive outlook on life.
Many are between the ages of 40 - 65, but all other ages are
well represented. You will meet individual travelers and couples
with diverse backgrounds who share a common love for seeing
and experiencing the world, its cultures and people close up.
Based upon past experience, over 90% of people who travel with
the Walking Connection -- will do so again!
What
if I don't have anyone to travel with?
Single travelers are always
welcome on Walking Connection trips. In fact, most of our trips
are a combination of couples, single travelers and close (same
gender) friends who enjoy traveling together. We often help
locate roommates for guests as well as offer reasonably priced
single supplements for those who prefer to room individually.
In any case, you can rest assured that by the end of the trip
you will have made many new friends.
How
many walkers will be on a trip?
We limit the size of most or
our groups to 18 guests with the average size being 12 - 14
guests. As important as group size is our guest to host and
guide ratio. We generally have at least 1 guide/host for each
6 people on a trip. Private trips or family groups allow even
more flexibility in size.
