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Author: Ben Peterson

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In these days of mass tourism it is getting increasingly difficult to get away from commercialized pre-packaged holidays that offer little or no authentic experience of the country being visited. At the same time an increasing number of people are looking to do exactly that, escape from mainstream tourism to a way of travelling that opens up new worlds to be discovered.

Fortunately for them, for over 10 years the people at Escape Adventure Travel Service have been going against the trend by offering their clients a genuine taste of Thailand. Building on this long experience Escape is now pleased to announce the launch of a new programme of tours based on the concept of providing their clients with a truly rewarding travel experience. These tours will bring clients into close contact with ordinary Thai people as they go about their daily lives and give them the opportunity to learn something of the country's rich culture and traditions.

In order to appeal to as wide a market as possible Escape's tours are divided into four categories, each with its own distinct characteristics but all sharing the same objective: give clients an authentic Thai experience. For Escape Adventure Travel Service "Every exit is an entry to somewhere new."

Escape Flex trips are, as the name suggests, easygoing, flexible arrangements that give plenty of free time for participants to see and do exactly what they want. The itineraries are wide ranging, from hill-tribe adventures in North Thailand to exploring the tropical rainforests and island resorts of the South. The tours are fully escorted and limited to no more than twelve persons, so that with the guide/leader always on hand with helpful tips and advice participants will be able to get the maximum benefit from their trip and using tourist-class hotels and public transport helps ensure their contact with the Thai people. The combination of flexibility together with the convenience and security of a package holiday make Escape Flex suitable for almost anyone, from first-time travellers to experienced backpackers.

Escape Freedom trips are exclusively small-party arrangements, no large groups here. Generally short packages, they are ideal as extensions to longer tours or for people with a few days to spare looking to get away from it all: by taking a river cruise onboard a converted teak rice barge perhaps, or trying their hand at some special activity, such Thai cooking or sea canoeing, or just simply lying on a white-sand beach. The choices are many and varied.

Escape Premium trips offer the same kind of adventure and activity arrangements but based on the idea that while some people may like their adventure, they also like their creature comforts. With these arrangements you can combine your adventure with a little luxury. But if adventure is not your style there are also more laid back itineraries with spas, river cruises and shopping for unique Thai handicrafts. So, a luxury camp in the middle of the jungle or a traditional Thai massage, the choice is yours.

Escape Specialty trips open up a whole new world of discovery. There are many activity holidays on the market but here is something really different. These packages offer opportunities that you will not see elsewhere. Learn the basics of being a mahout (elephant handler), try your hand at rubber tapping and learn about sustainable sea

fishing, practice meditation during a temple-stay, plus many more intriguing possibilities. Again the choice is wide but if you don't see what you like just ask. Maybe it can be arranged.

In these latter three categories local station guides will ensure that everything always runs smoothly and clients make the most of every opportunity that the trip provides. The Escape Premium and Escape Specialty programmes will generally be private arrangements.

So what more could the adventurous and discerning traveler ask for; a wide selection of fascinating itineraries, prices from USD 125 for a 4-day package to USD 1,240 for a full 24-day tour and all excellent value for money. Whether based on budget- and tourist-class hotels, as are the Escape Flex and Escape Freedom trips or more luxurious accommodation as in the Escape Premium arrangements, Escape's holidays are priced well below anything comparable on the market today while still maintaining the very highest standards of service. If you want to discover something of the real Thailand away from the tourist stream, then whatever your special interest, whatever your budget and style and however much time you have, Escape's new tour programme has something for you. Visit us at www.escape.in.th