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Fly-fishing time is here in the Northern Hemisphere, from Iceland to Alaska to the U.S. West and points in-between.

4/20/2022

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Spring is here in the Northern Hemisphere and fabulous fly- fishing options abound. Let's book your adventure now!

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ICELAND - The 2022 season is underway and it's looking good!
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The fishing season started in Iceland on April 1st and it's safe to say that we're off to a flying start. This time of year we're focused on the sea run brown trout at Tungufljót, Vatnamót, Fossálar, Skaftá Ásgarður Jónskvísl and Grenlækur. The fish have been really healthy and we've been catching some absolute monsters. One in particular, a 98 cm male from Skaftá Ásgarður, caught by our friend and guide, Maros Zatko (@jungleindatrout)

Although we're in sea trout wonderland these days, there's also big things brewing at Lake Thingvallavatn. Very big things! As you probably know, Lake Thingvallavatn holds some absolute monsters and has long become famous for those huge ice-age brown trout. We're happy to report that after a cold spring, they've started eating flies! Kárastaðir Beat has been pretty active, and anglers have been netting some beautiful fish. Villingavatnsárós Beat 3A got off to a slow start, but the last dew days things have been going a bit crazy. How about a day at Beat 3A where you land upwards of 20 fish. And we're not talking about your run-off-the-mill brown trout. We're talking monster trout!

​We offer day guided trips out of Reykjavik, and packages that include accommodations in the best areas of the Highlands, and around the country for large Arctic char, sea-run browns and brown trout, plus Atlantic Salmon season begins in June and runs to the end of September. Plus gorgeous sightseeing and adventure options are available to combine with your fishing. For more information email Stephen, or give him a call: +1 307-690-7472. 
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TLT Signature Fly Fishing Guide Services and Complete Tailor-made Vacation Planning - Jackson Hole, Wyoming.
Our Jackson Hole and Greater Yellowstone area guide services feature full and half day floats, overnight glamping float trips, walk-in wade trips, classes, clinics and private lessons. We fish the Snake River, the Green and New Fork Rivers, the rivers and lakes of the Greater Yellowstone area, the South Fork, the Henry's Fork, and a myriad of other lakes, streams, and private spring creeks. 
Season: Memorial Day through October 
Suitable for: Anglers of all ability levels and their non-angling friends and loved ones.
What's Included? We customize all packages and day trips to meet your needs.
​Accommodations range from luxury hotels like Amangani and Four Seasons Resort, to private homes, spacious condos, intimate B&Bs, and small hotels and inns.
Not Included: Determined by the customized fishing and lodging options you choose. If you have already planned your trip, we can book just your guided fishing.
Optional Activities: Golf, tennis, hiking, camping, backpacking, biking, windsurfing, kayaking, horseback riding, whitewater rafting, mountain climbing, shopping, fine dining, lively nightlife and more! We offer a complete concierge service to book any activity. Let's get started!
Pricing: We listen to you, then design your ideal vacation. We will provide detailed itineraries and price quotes based on your input
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Plan your trip - Please contact Stephen or Kim to learn more,  and to begin your travel planning journey. 
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Alaska - TLT Signature Fly Fishing Destinations since 1989. Tailor-made vacation planning in one of the best fisheries on earth.
We have been fly-fishing in Alaska since the 1980s, and began our regular hosted trip programs there in 1989. For fresh water anglers, this is a bucket list destination if you haven't been, but the fact is, once you've been, you keep going back as many times as you can. We work with all the best lodges throughout Alaska, and focus mostly on fly-out lodges who specialize in fly-fishing for big rainbow trout, Pacific salmon, Arctic char, dollies, grayling, and northern pike.
Season: Mid-June through September.
Suitable for: Anglers of all ability levels. Alaska is a great place to learn to fly-fish, where you'll be spoiled right off the bat. 
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What's Included? We customize all packages, including stop-overs in Anchorage, and add-on adventures to meet your needs.
​Accommodations: range from luxury lodges to upscale tent camps. Some of our favorite lodges include: Enchanted Lake Lodge, Royal Wolf Lodge, Crystal Creek Lodge, Mission Lodge, and Alaska West, among others. NOTE: Availability is very tight at these lodges, and anglers often book a year or more in advance. Returning anglers often rebook their same week before they leave on their current trip. Let us know your preferred dates, or date options, and we'll give you the options at lodges where there is availability.
Not Included: Determined by the customized fishing and lodging options you choose. Air fares to and from your hometown to Anchorage. some lodges include flights from Anchorage to the lodge. For others, we arrange the flights and there is an additional charge.
Optional Activities: Fun and easy to add on adventures to your fishing. Trips to Denali National Park, to Brooks Lake for bear watching, plus hiking, biking and sea kayaking.  Let's get started!
Pricing: Based on the lodge you choose. We will provide detailed itineraries and price quotes. 
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Plan your trip - Please contact Stephen or Kim to learn more,  and to begin your travel planning journey. 
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Let's Go to the Beach

4/16/2022

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We love the Caribbean, but let's not forget Mexico, Portugal, and Greece. See some of our top suggestions for your sun and sand pleasure below.
This time of year, and into summer, we’re all about travels on and near the water – we love days spent reapplying SPF and not checking email. For some, that means toes in the sand and an ice-cold colorful drink – which makes our roundup of Caribbean beach bars required reading. You can also check out - An Ode to the Caribbean Beach Bar
ANGUILLA - Four Seasons Resort and Residences -
In the Caribbean’s culinary capital, this chic modern destination is ideal for pool relaxation, lively water sports and exotic dining in four unique restaurants. Take a stroll on two of Anguilla's best beaches and indulge in a variety of spa treatments. 
Have a sundowner cocktail while soaking in the infinity pool at the Sunset Lounge. It’s one of the best spots on the island to experience the magnificent Anguilla sunset. 
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​LOS CABOS AT COSTA PALMAS™
Four Seasons Resort
- The all-new ultra-luxury resort is situated in Baja’s undiscovered East Cape on two miles of pristine beachfront. Home to the first Four Seasons private marina and renowned restaurant estiatorio Milos, the Resort evokes a modern elegance while embracing a deep connection to the local Mexican culture. Just 45 minutes from Los Cabos International Airport (SJD) and a world away from the Cabo crowds, you can enjoy five dining options, a sports complex and fitness center, six expansive pools and the Oasis Spa and Wellness Centre. Fill each day with swimming, snorkeling, golf and desert adventures. Or just do nothing at all.
​NEVIS, WEST INDIES - Four Seasons Resort
Fresh from recent resort-wide renovations, the resort embodies a fresh take on a timeless Caribbean experience. On an unspoiled island, the resort is a spirited and soulful haven where both serenity and adventure can be pursued endlessly. With 189 rooms and suites and more than 50 luxury villas, there is something for everyone. Enjoy three infinity-edge pools, six restaurants and bars, complimentary nonmotorized water sports, and the Kids For All Seasons program for ages 3-9. Along with a relaxing spa and an 18-hole golf course designed by Robert Trent Jones Jr., take part in the award-winning tennis program by Peter Burwash International.
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​PUNTA MITA, MÉXICO - Four Seasons Resort
Water enthusiasts can’t believe their good fortune at the Four Seasons Resort Punta Mita. The casita-style resort features 177 guest rooms and 31 private villas, and is located on Bahía de Banderas, one of the world’s largest natural bays. Discover resort family programs; enjoy some of the best snorkeling, scuba diving, deep-sea fishing, and whale watching on the planet. There’s also plenty to do on land: Golfers have their pick of two Jack Nicklaus-designed courses (the Pacifico course has the world’s only natural island green). Play tennis, ride horseback on the beach, or prepare your own tequila blend with the Cultural Concierge.


Vila Vita Parc Resort and Spa, Lagoa, Portugal - Casually elegant rooms, suites, and villas are scattered about this resort to provide guests with the ultimate privacy. After a signature treatment at the Spa by Sisley Paris, snorkeling off the resort's yacht, or a six-course tasting at the two-Michelin starred Ocean, if you feel like a bit more pampering, simply let a butler chauffeur you back to your suite in a golf buggy. No request is too large or small at this unapologetically plush cliffside resort in the Algarve, which offers direct access to the beach and something for everyone, including golf, water sports, 10 dining venues, and a phenomenal kids’ playground.​
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​Santa Marina, a Luxury Collection Resort - Mykonos, Greece -  Located on a private peninsula, this exceptional retreat offers a range of elegantly appointed rooms and suites, as well as exclusive two to six-bedroom villas, complete with their own pools and butler service. It's also the only resort on the island with a private beach exclusively for guest use, along with a small marina for speed boat services to get you around the island.  Enjoy the famous nearby Buddha-Bar Beach scene, and Michelin-starred Jason Atherton’s first restaurant in the Mediterranean. Santa Marina invites you to savor the glamorous lifestyle of Mykonos in the island’s most fashionable and sophisticated setting. Just 10 minutes from Mykonos Town.
Your tropical retreats - More Caribbean Ideas - It's all about gin-clear water and idyllic, powdery sand beaches to go with your casually luxurious resort hotel or private villa accommodations. Take your pick of islands – from the laid-back Turks and Caicos, to the the reggae beats of the Dominican Republic, to the surreal cerulean waters of St. Bart's where the ocean meets the sky. And that's just a start. This sun-drenched paradise is also home to tropical rain forests, hidden waterfalls, scenic hiking trails, spectacular diving and snorkeling, world-class golf courses, plus fabulous flats, reef, and offshore fishing. Email Stephen for more information.
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