Virtual vacations will never replace the real thing. But you can use the
Internet to help plan your "real time" excursions. Search by "travel" and you'll
be kept busy for hours-with just a little more effort, you can find information
about environmentally sensitive travel.
You'll find your fill of environmentally aware adventures by visiting Sierra
Club Outings' Web site (www.sierraclub.org/outings). The site provides detailed
descriptions of more than 300 domestic and international expeditions and an online
reservation form.
When you're ready to take the plunge, several Web sites provide air-line fares
and schedules (including "fare finders" that search for low-price tickets) and
allow you to book plane tickets online. For a flight of fancy, go to Travelocity
(www.travelocity.com) or Expedia (expedia.msn.com).
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