National Geographic Recognizes OARS as One of The Best

National Geographic Adventure magazine recently recognized O.A.R.S.’ Grand Staircase: Wind & Water on the Colorado Plateau as one of their "25 Best New Trips in the World” for 2009.

The magazine’s editors surveyed 248 adventure travel companies representing paddling outfitters, trekking guides, safari specialists and companies spanning the globe that offer a collection of adventure travel experiences. According to Adventure, the feature represents “a comprehensive ranking of the world’s best outfitters – surveyed, sorted and scored.” In analyzing the leading adventure travel specialists, Adventure considered factors such as environmental awareness, sustainability, reliable service, local knowledge, safety practices, spirit of adventure, client satisfaction and other variables in ranking the travel providers.

Written by Tracy

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