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AUGUST 20, 2009
OUR CALENDAR
Group Departures Set for the following dates.
All trips can be customized for individual
Oct. 16:   Israel
Oct. 26:   Tanzania
Nov. 6:     Tahiti *
Nov.14:     Peru
Nov.  25    S. Africa
Nov. 26     Brazil (>35)
Dec. 5:      Brazil (<35)
Dec. 16     Tanzania
Dec. 25     Kilimanjaro
Dec. 25     Bahamas *
Dec. 26     Costa Rica*
Jan. 20     Thailand
Feb. 15;    Ethiopia
Mar. 10     Vail Ski trip

* operated by other single travel groups.

Please remember that any trips over the winter holiday have to be made WAY in ADVANCE.


IN THIS ISSUE
Free High Holiday Services
JDATE BAHAMA TRIP
NEW ISRAEL DATE
Peru SOLD OUT
TANZANIA TREASURES
SOUTH AFRICA
Climb KILIMANJARO DATES
BRAZIL
TAHITI
VOLUNTEER ADVENTURES
NEW YEARS IN COSTA RICA
ADVERTISEMENT:
FREE HIGH HOLIDAY SERVICES IN CHICAGO


Makom Shalom, Chicago's Jewish renewal congregation, is offering free High Holiday tickets to Rosh Hashana and
 Yom Kippur services. 
 
Services will be led by our Rabbi Chava Bahle, together with guitarist Michael Meltzer.  Our services are accessible to everyone regardless of their knowledge of Judaism or Hebrew.  People from all walks of life, including interfaith couples and their families, are warmly welcomed.
 
Services will be held at Grace Place in Chicago's South Loop, 637 South Dearborn Street.
 

To reserve free tickets, call or email Administrative Director Jaqi Green at 312-458-9040
or jqg4444@sbcglobal.net,
 or visit www.makomshalom.com for more information.


ADVERTISED TRIPS
Caribbean Culinary Tours
New for 2009/ 2010
Week-end Culinary getaway to Barbados
 and Nassau Bahamas

Barbados 4- days 3 nights ( Thursday- Sunday)
 December 3-6 2009
 $ 1299.00 pp Dbl occupancy

Bahamas 4 days 3 nights November 19- 22 
$ 1099 pp Dbl occupancy

Also new for 2010 is our St Lucia Women's retreat
and  St Lucia Culinary Tour.

visit our web site for more information or to book your tour


WANT TO SIGN UP FOR A TRIP? OR JUST TRAVEL ON YOUR OWN- BUT CONCERNED ABOUT YOUR JOB OR NEEDING TO WORK?

TAKE A BREATH...

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We have been extremely happy with the company we use, they are really good about honoring claims, much less hassle, and now they have added even more features such as:
Expanded trip cancellation coverage due to job loss and a cancel for any reason option. Protect yourself. Call us for more details for any of your travels.

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Steppin' Out will soon be incorporating a Travel Blog and looking for people to help start it off by contributing.

Also,  those who have found great gear, travel essentials, etc.  Let us know. 

Please forward ideas on what would be of interest to you.
Dear All:

At the time of writing we are pleased to have one group who has just finished their Amazon portion of their Peru trip and getting ready to start the Inca Trail, and another group that has landed in Cuba, starting their humanitarian mission of visiting communities and bringing medical and other needed supplies.
If you still want to get away in August or September, arrangements can still be made, particularly for some of our volunteer vacations (individual departures).

Steppin' Out is going through its own makeover. We will continue to offer our specially designed trips for singles, some in coordination with other singles groups, but we are developing a new line of trips, some with humanitarian missions and cultural interaction and preservation, that will be open to singles, couples, and families.  We will let you know which trips are which.

In the meantime, don't forget to check out the trips listed below and their registration deadlines (NEW  FOR THE REST OF THE YEAR). If you know in advance that you can not make the registration deadline, please call and let us know your situation so we can work something out with you.

Also, there will be changes to the offerings.  As of now, our Israel and Tanzania trips will not be part of the singles 2010 offerings-- so if you want to go on a group departure, make sure you go in 2009-- both of these trips are very unique and specially crafted, so it is doubtful you will find similar itineraries offered. 

New for next year will be visiting the decorated tribes of Ethiopia and biking the Northern part of Thailand. Let us know if you have any interest.

 
SAND, SUN, SINGLES:
Winter Break in the Bahamas

underwaterJDATE has invited Steppin' Outers who want to get away during that key time of the year to join them in the Bahamas. Six hot days and five cool nights.

 
Friday - Wednesday, Dec. 25 - 30, 2009
Heat up your winter! Call 1-877-453-3861 or email Travel@JDate.com. Be sure to mention Steppin'  Out

Toss off those coats and scarves and get ready for the ultimate fun-filled JDate getaway to the hottest resort in the Bahamas - Breezes! Why just sit around waiting for New Year's Eve when you can experience the Bahamas' spectacular beaches, legendary party atmosphere and casinos with a big group of people looking to have a good time?  The  winter adventure takes place at Breezes, located on Nassau's beautiful Cable Beach, where you'll be spoiled into a blissful state. This getaway is the perfect chance for you to get friendly and flirty with a great group of Jewish singles. The entire four-story East Wing of Breezes is reserved for JDate and every night we'll have dinner together and JDate-exclusive parties. And Breezes isn't just all-inclusive, it's super inclusive! It  offers meals, 24 hour snacks, top shelf open bar, and fun activities (such as trapeze, water sports, a climbing wall, tennis and more.) Starting at only $1243 for a double! Hurry though.  It's not only selling fast, but air will be hard to come by.   For full details, click here.

Are you a subscriber? You get 5% off! Subscribe now to get this incredible deal. So book now, mention Steppin' Out  and get excited!!! Call 1-877-453-3861 or email Travel@JDate.com.


 
DON'T SEE ISRAEL FROM A TOUR BUS! 
 Get immersed in the land and the Culture
NEW DATE: OCT. 16-24, 2009. FINAL DEPARTURE
israel negev
 Encompassing a rich combination of striking scenery and religious heritage,the Israel Multi-Sport Adventure features hiking the most scenic trails in Israel, mountain biking through unique ethnic communities, visiting numerous historic and religious sites, rappelling in the Black Canyon, wine tasting at the first winery, an d camping in the desert under the amazing stars.  This adventure is suited to travelers interested in historical expeditions, religious encounters and nature treks. Plus, all the must sees for first time visitors!
TAKE AN ADDITIONAL $150 off if register by August 24.  REGISTRATION DEADLINE AUGUST 31st.
 Click here for more details

 
MULTI-SPORT PERU  SEPT & OCTOBER DATES SOLD OUT.  NOVEMBER 14 AVAILABLE
JUST $1650* 
peru kids The Andes stretch magnificently along Peru like a backbone. Their towering snow-capped peaks and deep river valleys provide for some of the most spectacular scenery found anywhere on earth. Nestled within are some of Peru's most fascinating destinations, such as the Sacred Valley and the mountain lands of Machu Picchu. This sublime landscape is the setting for this inspiring 9- day adventure. We'll mountain bike and raft through spectacular river canyons and hike the ancient Inca Trail to the famous Lost City by way of beautiful stone roadways, climbing ancient stairs and traversing through mountain tunnels.  Price for 3 or more. Departure Dates:
November 14th (December 12th available, but weather is a bit more iffy). Take an additional $100 off if register by August 25
Find out more..."

 
OUT OF AFRICA: TANZANIAN TREASURES:
NOTHING COMPARES ...
lionWe're offering a somewhat unconventional itinerary to explore the somewhat traditional landscape of Tanzania and its superb concentrations of diverse wildlife. You'll take part in traditional safaris, go to the Famous Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater, but game viewing will be intertwined with opportunities to get out of the jeep, meet the tribes and people of this fantastic country, help in an orphanage, bike ride down the famous rift valley, hike into glorious reflective craters, go hunting with the bushmen, canoe at the base of Mount Meru (the second tallest peak in Africa) and walk among the family of giraffes where you are close enough to see their beautiful eye lashes as they gaze nonchalantly upon you.
GROUP DEPARTURE: Oct. 26 - Nov. 4.  Add Kilimanjaro before if interested.  Another option is in December, but we need confirmation for that one just as early as the Oct. trip. 
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: SEPTEMBER 1. Save $180 until Aug. 24th
For more information, click here
THE SOUNDS AND SIGHTS OF SOUTH AFRICA
ostrich south africaPartake in an experience where adventure, wildlife, luxury and community are woven together into an event too unique to just call a trip.Enjoy breathtaking landscapes on our hikes from on top of Table Mountain to the dune hike along the Indian ocean.The Knysna Cliffs and Lagoon (inspiration for Token's The Hobbit) ranks up there with the African sunsets on late afternoon game drives. . . biking the mountain pass into the winelands for wine tasting, or rappelling a 130 foot cliff, get up front and personal with baboons, riding an ostrich, and taking lion cubs for a walk. Become involved with local communities such as the township of Soweto and visit children living in a shelter, and of course the safaris.
DATES: Nov. 25- Dec. 6.  REGISTRATION DEADLINE: SEPTEMBER 25th. RECEIVE $170 off if register by Aug. 31st.
Click for more info
UP FOR THE CHALLENGE? HIKE THE TALLEST MOUNTAIN IN AFRICA: CLIMB KILIMANJARO WITH US
on top of kili
Explore a  part of Africa that many dream about but few ever reach.  Join Steppin' Out on an unforgettable trek up Mount Kilimanjaro, the world's highest" freestanding"  mountain at 19,340 feet. Give yourself the chance to  understand why this feat is on so many "lifetime lists" and attempted by 22,000 adventurous souls each year.  
 
While climbing Kilimanjaro is not a walk in the park, it' is popular because it is achievable by anyone in decent shape. Amazing views and sense of extreme accomplishment is not only for the elite climbers, but can be shared by many. Steppin' Out has taken out the leg work of researching such a milestone trip.  Various departure dates include October 16 and December 25 which we are aiming for to do as a group, but there are public departures we can put you on that happen a few times a month.  Registration at minimum is 2 months in advance.

For more information, click here
GAUCHOS, BEACHES, HORSES, OH MY
women on horses brazilOur week in the south of Brazil will be a wonderful experience of culture, natural beauty, and adventure. We will spend some time exploring the most beautiful beaches in Brazil and the dune ecosystems that surround them on Santa Catarina Island. We have many optional activities that may include rafting down the Rio Cubut o in class III and IV rapids through lush sub-tropical rainforest. We We'll travel up the chiseled mountains of the Serra Gaucho to our home base the Pousada Morro Grande, a 5th generation working ranch. On horseback, we We'll ride through fields of native wildflowers, majestic Brazilian Pine forests and breathtaking canyons. We We'll ride out to the Uncle s ranch for an overnight. At night we We'll slip away to dance to traditional for music. Whether you want to dance or not, it will be extremely difficult to keep your body from moving and getting involved with the local crowd, gyrating and effortlessly gliding around the dance floor or partake in a traditional Brazilian BBQ.
Two Departure Dates:
Nov. 28-Dec. 5 Ages 24-35
Dec. 5-Dec. 12 Ages 35+
Cost: $1960 Non- Member: Save $100 if register by September 15
For more information, click here
ADVERTISED TRIP: TAHITI  FOR SINGLES NOV. 6
Another singles group is dong a trip to Tahiti in November .. contact us for more details either by phone 877.264.7694 or email info@steppinoutadventures.com

The trip starts off with 1 night on the island of Tahiti when we arrive at 7:30 p.m. at the brand new Manava Suite Resort. You may want to stay right here as it's a very beautiful hotel but we'll be leaving the next day for the beautiful island of Moorea. We'll have 7-nights on Moorea, which is everything you could want out of a visit to Tahiti. It's a small island that is mostly unchanged over the last 50 years. It's quaint pensions and cute restaurants, palm trees that dip over the water and the dreamy, multi-hued water in the lagoons that the reef protects. We've been given an incredible group discount at the beautiful Pearl Resort, a truly upscale, 4-star resort situated in a picturesque setting with an infinity pool, white sand beach and over-water bungalows.  Check out www.pearlresorts.com/moorea to take a look.

There's plenty of great sightseeing and tours to do in Moorea including scuba diving and their famous shark feeding, snorkeling with sting rays, visiting off-shore motu's (small islands), 4-wheel jeep safari, motor scooter rentals where you can ride around the whole island or just relaxing by the pool. Additional info can be found here
VOLUNTEER VACATIONS:
Sign up to Go in August and get 15%
Tanzanian women
INTERESTED IN VISITING?  Kenya, South Africa, Uganda, Zambia, Tanzania, Cambodia, China, India, Indonesia.<Malaysia, Nepal, Philippines, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Vietnam, Australia, Argentina, Brazil, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Honduras, Peru.
As many of you know, Steppin' Out has been focusing on incorporating service projects into our itineraries and in so doing, we have developed a partnership with a volunteer vacation company that has been in the business of developing sustainable volunteer projects for over 15 years.  We are working with them to plan group departures with adventure and service, but in the meantime, the company has projects to fill and is looking for people like you to fill them with individuals (or groups of people).  Book any adventure starting in August and September and get 15%  Just remember to act fast! The best trips often sell out, so if you want to escape act now,- you need just $100 to secure a spot!
These opportunities are open to anyone.. age 17-75 (stay tune for trips for younger kids)
So pass it on.. to your kids, your parents, your friends in between jobs,  in a mid-life crisis, or doing a gap year.

Here's a sample of some of the trips and their prices. Click here


 
WELCOME 2010 IN COSTA RICA
costa rica Come experience the fantastic spectrum of Costa Rica's natural wonders. As you travel
from mountain top forest in Monteverde to the active Arenal volcano to the Caribbean
coast you will truly become enveloped in the richness of the land and its stunning
scenery. Discover the country's real treasures through sea kayaking, horse back riding, hiking or biking.  And a grand celebration welcoming in the New Year at the resort town of Tamarindo. For Jewish singles 20-30s
For more information, click here
 
SKI TRIP ALREADY?

We're getting great pricing for our ski in ski out trip to Vail for the first week in March. If you are interested in being notified for our early bird special, let us know.
Sincerely,
 

Robin Richman
Steppin' Out Adventures
www.steppinoutadventures.com