Five Fabulous Fishing Trips
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By Jim Chapralis
Too many of us slide into a rut: We fish the same waters for the
same species using the same methods year after year. But even
though vast, exciting fishing opportunities await at a good many
locations around the world, you don't have to go farther than the
Western Hemisphere to enjoy a variety of angling experiences.
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light-tackle fishing for sailfish or other blue-water species from
time to time, and it doesn't have to
cost an arm and a leg to do it.
True, it used to be that fishing dreamy, remote places was
enjoyed by mostly wealthy anglers, but all that's changed over
the years - nowadays, hundreds of thousands of fishermen with
middle-class incomes fish foreign waters and keep coming back
for more.
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Credit First Service Union It's estimated that 1 1/2 to 2 million U.S. anglers fish
annually outside the continental United States. A number of
compelling reasons have sparked this trend:
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Card Credit Mobile Service * Travel: Our world began to shrink with jet travel, and because
of increased flights and routes and competition among airlines
(including free flights based on mileage) today, travel to distant
areas is usually fast, easy and often inexpensive. For example,
anglers can take early-morning flights from many major Midwestern
and Eastern cities and arrive in time for a late lunch at fishing
camps in Belize.
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Card Credit Discover Service * Mass publicity: Years ago, the print and electronic media only
occasionally featured foreign fishing hot spots; international
fishing is now widely covered in magazines, newsletters, TV and the
Internet.
The full day trip to the historic city costs 09 per person and includes lunch, a boat trip and the services of a tour guide.
Credit Public Service Union * Competition among outfitters: As foreign fishing
became more and more popular, new fishing camps were constructed,
and competition kept rates at very reasonable levels. You can
certainly spend a bundle at some destinations, but it's also true
that many international fishing trips are priced lower than similar
trips in the U.S. For example, in Mazatlan, Mexico (a potent place
for marlin and sails), one can charter a 31-foot boat that includes
tackle, captain and crew for $350 per day. Four anglers in a party
can expect to pay only $87.50 per person (before tipping) - usually
far less than a comparable trip in the U.S.
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Card Credit Processing Service * Mystique: A fascination exists about fishing foreign waters,
glamorized by Ernest Hemingway, Zane Grey, Joe Brooks, A. J.
McClane and other acclaimed writers.
Center Credit Service Union * Sightseeing: The magnet of international travel has attracted
non-fishing family members to participate, if only for sightseeing.
Who would pass up an opportunity to visit Costa Rica, Mexico or
Venezuela? Interestingly, many non-fishing spouses who tag along
just for the travel often decide to give fishing a try - and become
enthusiastic angling partners.
Card Credit Service Wireless Still, a good number of fishermen remain reluctant to travel.
The first step in overcoming that attitude involves going with a
fishing partner because it usually reduces the cost of the trip
(double vs. single occupancy) as well as anxiety associated with
international travel.
Credit Security Service Union Don't let language barriers inhibit you in foreign settings.
Certainly there can be communication problems, but many of the more
popular lodges are owned or managed by Americans, and probably 95
percent of their fishing guests speak English. And while some
guides and captains may not speak English, they've handled many
American fishermen through the years and know how to communicate.
I've fished in 35 to 40 countries and language has never been a
major problem.
Credit Report Service Dealing with foreign currency isn't a problem. Most fishing
camps require prepayment to their U.S. office or agents (by check
or credit card), so you don't need to carry a bundle of money. U.S.
dollars are also readily accepted just about everywhere, but obtain
a small amount of foreign currency at international airports or
banks just in case. Credit cards are particularly convenient for
foreign travel because merchants in most major cities readily
accept them.
Blogspot Com Christian You may need certain travel documents, but they're easy to get.
Find out what's necessary to enter and exit the country you'll be
visiting. Secure a passport; if you already have one, make sure it
hasn't expired. Some countries even require that your passport be
valid for at least a few months after your scheduled trip.
Countries such as Brazil require visas. Your travel/booking agent
will advise you of all such details and can handle airline and
hotel reservations.
Christian Counseling Credit What about tackle and clothing? In some cases, fishing tackle is
included in the cost of the trip or can be supplied by the resort
or outfitter, but you need to know this in advance. Ask for a
tackle suggestion list. It's also very important to obtain
recommendations for clothing. For the tropics, you need
lightweight, long-sleeved shirts and trousers for protection
against the sun, as well as insect repellent, sunscreen and rain
gear. Incidentally, you should pack your clothing and other items
in soft bags rather than hard suitcases because they're easier to
store in small planes, boats and
vehicles. Put cameras, EPIRBS, VHF
radios, handheld GPS units and other electronic devices in carry-on
bags.
Credit Federal Service Union Confused about where to go? With an extensive, varied menu of
international fishing meccas, much depends on your preferences,
budget, vacation dates and other variables. Many great destinations
await the adventurous traveler around the world, but to point you
in some good directions, let's look at just five all priced less
than $2,500 per person (based on double occupancy). Airline tickets
and any expenses en route are additional. I selected these fishing
lodges in order to provide a variation of species, locations and
fishing methods and because they've proved to be consistently
productive and reliable over the years.
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