Adventure Travel With Your Friends
Adventure travel is always a lot more fun in the company of your friends. There are numerous fun things that can be done in the context of adventure travel. This may include more traditional pursuits like camping, hiking or kayaking. Others may choose to pursue options such as whitewater rafting, bungee jumping, or other sports for thrill-seekers. Using a van to travel from one place to another is very convenient if you have good van insurance. This provides you with plenty of room for all your gear, as well as space to rest comfortably during your trip.
by Jenny Lee Silver
Some Possible Destinations
There are several exciting adventure travel destinations that you’ll want to consider. The Rocky Mountains in Colorado offer one great adventure after another. The state has varied terrain, ranging from impressive canyons to mountain peaks as high as 14,000 ft. Glacier National Park is another great place to consider. Read more…
Top 4 North American Resorts for Snow-Packed Adventure
Winter offers many delights, from the romance of cuddling with that someone special by the fire to the delights of children opening presents under the tree, but few holiday activities can match the excitement and sport of packing the skis and heading for snowy slopes. With so many destinations available, it can be difficult to choose the best. To help you plan the best ski vacation, consider the possibilities of these four leading North American ski destinations!
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#4 Big White
For the best intermediate level skiing, and unrivaled access to the powdery slopes, Big White offers plenty of opportunities for fun in the snow. The ski in, ski out lifts serve the village directly, and you’ll find accommodations to suit any budget Big White emphasizes all the winter activities with gondola access to Happy Valley. Read more…
5 Great Places to Go Boating in the Caribbean
Vacationing in the Caribbean offers the traveler numerous tropical paradise activities. While some vacationers enjoy whiling away the hours laying on the beach and watching the ships go by, others would much rather be on the ship. Whether you’re a sailing enthusiast or just love to feel the gentle rocking of the waves beneath your boat, there are five of the very best places for boating in the Caribbean.
1. Sailing in St. Vincent
Sailing in St. Vincent is one of the Caribbean’s most popular pastimes. Located in the Lower Antilles area of the Caribbean Sea, St. Vincent is known for its coral reefs and white, sandy beaches. Summertime exists all year around in the Caribbean allowing you to anchor offshore in St. Vincent when it’s time to sleep before embarking for another day of sailing. The Easter Regatta Bequioa festival features four days of boat races each year, including sailing, but you can sail the sea around St. Vincent any time of year. Read more…
What Not to Do During Your Ski Trip This Year
Grabbing your skis and heading for the fresh powder is one of the greatest feelings in the world. A great day on the slopes is a truly magical experience, as it allows an adventurous human to combine the bounties of nature and the adrenaline of risk taking. Unfortunately, a great day can quickly turn sour if you’re not familiar with common rules of courtesy and etiquette. The following is an important list of what not to do during your next ski trip.
Don’t Be Clueless
Gathering a few tidbits of information is essential to maximizing the fun you’ll be able to have during your trip. Knowing exactly where you’re going and the expected weather conditions is absolutely essential to packing efficiently and effectively. If you’ve never been to the area before, you’ll want to get a trail map and grooming report. Get a basic understanding of what areas are for which skill levels, and mentally take note of the proximity of certain landmarks, such as the main lodge or the lifts. Maybe where you can get a celebratory spritzer at the end of the day! Read more…
Bike Trip through the Fall Colors
When motorcyclists think about fall foliage, they’d think about the New England area first. Motorcyclists can drive around Western Maine, particularly on Route 133, to see the old mill cities and apple orchard across this part of Maine. Driving west will lead towards the White Mountain area of New Hampshire, where riders can stay at the mythical Bretton Woods Hotel or travel south on US Route three to hotels around stunning Lake Winnipesaukee. Bike riders can travel south thru Western New Hampshire off the Kancamangus Road, or New Hampshire Route 112, straddling between the borders of Vermont and New Hampshire. Heading without delay west on US Route two leads to Montpelier and the guts of Vermont.
Photo by John Gresham
Vermont is celebrated for its foliage environment along with its covered bridges going over the Connecticut Brook. Route two brings riders deeper in the state towards shocking Lake Champlain round the Burlington metro area. Unlike southern New England, these states in the north are sparsely populated, so a visitor’s guide is a beneficial tool for travel information. Top foliage happens all though October, but early colors are seen in September. Read more…
The Caribbean’s Top Five Golf Courses
If you’re looking for an island golfing experience, head off to the Caribbean. There is a wealth of courses available, allowing you to enjoy a range of environments, from jungles to oceans and mountains. Many new courses have been developed; thanks mainly to a new kind of turf that has been developed that can withstand the sun and sea-spray and makes for beautiful fairways. Here are our tips for five destinations that you really should consider when booking your luxury or all-inclusive Caribbean holiday:
1. Port Royal, Bermuda
Fore! by tassonik, on Flickr
This par 71 course was opened to rival the local members-only Mid Ocean Club and is in the same league as that exclusive course. It has new greens, bunkers and lakes with stunning views from most holes. It is suitable for golfers of all abilities, from enthusiastic amateurs keen to play on such a beautiful course to professionals training to take part in the annual Grand Slam of Golf for the chance to win £375,000. Green fees are roughly £100. Read more…
Top Paragliding Destinations around the World
Adrenaline rush is a big part of any adventure trip and knowing which are the best activities and destinations to get your blood pumping is exactly what you need on your extreme travels. Paragliding is a good mix of adventure and control for those less courageous or, well, crazy, of us! The adventurous traveler gets to experience the ride up the top of a mountain or hill, they then gets all suited up and ready to take the plunge, then jumps from up high and while rapidly descending, they experience wildly beautiful sceneries, along with the unique feeling of slowly gliding through the air currents.
The most experienced paragliding practitioners will always jump by themselves, choosing their own route and enjoying the silence. But the less experienced ones of us will always have the option of tandem paragliding , leaving all the hard work to a well versed pro that will take them safely, more or less, to their destination!
Here are some of the best travel destinations for paragliding lovers, handpicked from across the globe: Read more…
