Readers Recommend

Louisiana: Airboat Adventures, 5029 Wade Drive, Metairie 70003; (888) GO- SWAMP ([888] 467-9267), www.airboatadventures.com. “Two-hour trips in the swamps near New Orleans are great fun. Knowledgeable guides tell great stories and jump into the water to pull out alligators for clients to hold. Flexible schedules and transportation available.” Open daily; tours range from $60 to $125.

--Sheila Maynes,

Beverly Hills

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South Africa: David Tours, 310 Dahlia Place, Suite A, Corona del Mar, CA 92625; (888) 723-0699, www.davidtours.com. “Tour company specializes in luxury travel for gay and lesbian community. During a South African tour we had dinners, lunches and socials with local gays and lesbians. People we met included South Africans from some of the richest communities and the poorest townships. The cultural and social exchange was a trip highlight.”

--Byron Rabin,

Laguna Beach

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