Sammamish Adventure Travel Specialist to assist Christen new Flagship Yacht in Seattle  

Sammamish, WA, May 29, 2008 - After a 10-month, $3.5 million renovation, American Safari Cruises’ new luxury flagship yacht, the Explorer, was christened earlier this May in Seattle and Pascale LeJeune, the first and only Certified Adventure Travel Specialist in the state of Washing ton, and resident of Sammamish, was there to commend the vessel.

 “The yacht is magnificent. It offers high ceilings which are unheard off in the cruise industry and with only 36 guests onboard; it feels like I’m on my own private yacht. It’s the perfect get away, an ideal family reunion retreat, and the best executive retreat.“ said Pascale. My clients, who are looking for luxury and adventure, are now rewarded with the Explorer, which offers elegant accommodations and the waters less traveled for hiking, snorkeling, sailing kayaking and wilderness exploration by kayak or zodiac. “Try the wine library for tastings; enjoy your master bedroom and Jacuzzi tub, or complimentary massages from a licensed masseuse. Have you even been in a sauna with a view of wildlife? The two large TV screens in the common area are ideal for seminars, and for the techies, an iPod docking station is in each stateroom. One of my favorite places onboard in addition to resting on the Tempur-pedic memory foam mattress in my cabin, is the bridge deck, where I can come and go at leisure.” stated Pascale.

“If you’re too late to travel to Alaska’s Inside Passage this season, I suggest exploring the inter-islands of Hawaii in the fall or early spring. With this yacht, you will travel to Molokini, Lanai and Molokai, three of the less traveled islands. With two certified naturalists onboard, you are sure to get up close to the surrounding wildlife.” confirmed Pascale.  “Scott, our captain will anchor and our executive chef will seek local fish villages and serve the freshest ingredients of the islands. With complimentary fine wines, you just can’t go wrong. If you have children that enjoy nature, join the March 14 - 21, 2009 special “Kids in Nature” departure when the yacht becomes a schoolhouse, the waters of Hawaii a labora tory.

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Pascale LeJeune, CATS, Experience Active Travel, 425.503.0389, Pascale@experienceactivetravel.com   www.experienceactivetravel.com

Pascale LeJeune “EXPERIENCE Active Travel”, a Brownell and Virtuoso Agency, is the only Certified Adventure Travel Specialist, in the state of Washing ton and her business model focuses on soft adventure.  She has established and maintained clear standards for knowledge, experience, and competence assisting travelers who are looking for an expert in luxury soft-adventure. Adventure travel has developed in to a style of travel that includes families, couples, friends, and singles looking for an experience that provides something special, something out of the ordinary, and enable a closer encounter with the world and nature that surrounds us. Pascale works with her clients to determine which type of vacation best fit their needs, and weaves them in to tailor made, ultimate journeys.