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All continents are covered and dozens of the most popular destinations and activities are reviewed and rated in this adventure travel blog. This is where you get quick access to updated adventure travel planning information and resources.
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Jun 19, 2013
Adventure Hiking
Don’t let the 2+ stars fool you. Adventure hiking is a great experience. The lower rating is a reflection of the general lack of risk and skill needed to enjoy it.
Depending on where you go, what you do and what you see on a hike, you can easily bump this experience up a couple of stars.
Hiking is an adventure travel experience for just about anyone. There are different levels of difficulty ranging from an easy, leisurely walk to hikes for those with a lot of...
Jun 14, 2013
Grand Canyon Rafting Trips - What You Need to Know Before You Go
Grand Canyon rafting trips are a travel and adventure favorite and offer some of the most spectacular and scenic trips through nature that you’ll ever find. Whether you’re looking for the perfect adventure travel activities for your family or an adult adventure with exciting, adrenaline-filled twist and turns, white water rafting will be an experience of a lifetime.
When you’re not too busy navigating exhilarating white water rapids you’ll be in awe at the majestic sheer rock walls that seem to touch the sky. And you may also discover secret waterfalls, view incredible wildlife and maybe come across ancient...
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Jun 10, 2013
Philippine Holidays
Philippine holidays are full of exotic experiences from adrenaline filled activities in picturesque locations to fascinating walking tours and eating adventures that will shock and amaze you. And for those who love the ocean and pristine beaches you’ll find dream locations for just about any kind of adventure you can imagine.
Philippines adventure travel starts with the local people you’ll meet and they are warm, friendly and...
Jun 06, 2013
Zipline Canopy Tours
When you jump off the platform you’ll feel like you just went over the top of a peak on a roller coaster. Then you’ll hear the wind roaring in your ears as the speed builds and you may think you’re flying. And in a sense, you are.
Here’s a great adventure travel experience where I took the liberty to round it up to the next adventure travel star. If you’re just looking for pure fun it rates a five, but the...
May 30, 2013
Adventure Travel Asia
Adventure travel Asia offers some of the most exotic overseas adventure travel experiences you’ll ever find. Discover the secrets of ancient civilizations, explore rich and diverse cultures and satisfy your need for adrenaline filled activities from one country to the next.
For detailed information regarding adventure travel Asia simply click on one of the destinations below. Each has been reviewed and rated according to the most important criteria adventure travelers look for when...
May 23, 2013
Trekking Adventure
There are treks for different levels of fitness, but generally speaking, you should be in pretty good shape before you go on a trekking adventure. Trekking is defined as taking a long hard journey on foot where you normally stick to established trails.
There are a lot of different kinds of treks, and not all of them require you to do all of the work. There are fun and exciting adventures where horses, llamas and other animals can help you along the way. And you can go on treks to see wildlife. I highly recommend the gorilla...
May 21, 2013
Luxury Adventure Travel
Picture yourself on an African safari in true luxury adventure travel style like in days gone by when Hemingway roamed this exotic land.
You’ve just come back from a day filled with incredible wildlife watching experiences where you witnessed lions, giraffes, zebras, elephants, rhinos and more as they went about their daily lives with you in their...
May 20, 2013
Italy Adventure Travel
If you think you can even begin to discover the brilliance of Italy, and all the adventure that lies within her beautiful borders, in a trip or two you have another thing coming.
There is simply too much culture-rich history and too much adventure-packed ground to cover for those looking for exotic and adrenaline-filled...
May 16, 2013
Camping Vacations
You’re out in the fresh, clean air far from the urban sprawl. You look up from time to time to catch a falling star shooting across the sky while sitting around a camp fire with friends and family.
As you share stories and reminisce, it dawns on you. This is what life is all about… being with the people you care about while enjoying Mother Nature at her...
May 09, 2013
Belize Adventure Travel
When the term “adventure travel” was coined, they must have had Belize in mind. Neatly tucked away between Mexico and Guatemala, Belize is a land of overwhelming natural beauty from the crystal clear blue water off the Caribbean shores to the luxuriant green jungles inland.
Adventure travel guides will help you safely explore the largest cave system in Central America, the flora and fauna is spectacular and Belize boasts a gorgeous aerial view when you...
May 04, 2013
Sports Orienteering
If you're a fan of adventure racing then you need to learn about orienteering because it's one of the often-used disciplines.
Sports orienteering is a competitive form of land navigation combined with a method of travel that can be geared toward any age group or fitness level. So anyone with a sense of outdoor adventure can...
May 02, 2013
Cambodia Holidays
Cambodia holidays are one of the emerging overseas adventure travel favorites for Southeast Asia. They’re relatively new to the scene after the devastation done by the Khmer Rouge in the ‘70s, but Cambodia is now finding its place on the world tourism stage.
This exotic land of mystery and intrigue has its share of steamy jungles, vibrant cities and ancient culture ready to be explored by those with an...
Apr 29, 2013
New Zealand Vacations - 15 Amazing Trekking Adventures
New Zealand vacations are magical experiences filled with spectacular landscapes, incredible wildlife and an inviting climate that makes this a paradise for people who enjoy the great outdoors.
There is so much to do and see here that you may find it difficult to know where to begin, so I'm going to focus on trekking and hiking, which are some of the more...
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Apr 28, 2013
White Water Rafting Holidays
If you’re looking for an overseas adventure travel experience with a guaranteed adrenaline rush, white water rafting is it, and you can find great white water to navigate all over the world that have differing levels of difficulty.
Everything happens fast when you get into the thick of things… Brace yourself for the drop! Watch out for the big rock! Shoot through narrow water passes like a bullet! Hang on. You’re in for a...
Apr 25, 2013
Holidays in Germany
In many ways holidays in Germany can seem like stark contradictions depending on what interests you. On the one hand there’s a magical fairytale allure with the castles and palaces and on the other there’s the harsh reality of World War 2. But both combine with a diverse offering of exciting physical exploits to make Germany adventure travel an absolutely incredible experience.
Germany rests in the heart of Europe and has a seemingly endless number of cultural experiences including art, music and literature to the popular celebration that is Oktoberfest. But for those looking for high-adrenaline sports there are plenty of activities that are...
Apr 23, 2013
Mountain Climbing Adventure
If you’re looking for a pure adrenaline rush, and you can laugh in the face of danger, then you might want to try a mountain climbing adventure.
On the one side there is great risk, but you’re also going to be placing yourself in some of the most beautiful, pristine places on earth, and the views are absolutely...
Apr 22, 2013
Kenya Holidays
From safaris across the wide open African plains to the exotic allure of the coastal towns with their reminders of the Arabian spice trade, Kenya holidays are one of the most sought after adventure travel experiences in Africa.
Kenyan safaris are one of the true adventures that will make you feel like you just stepped back into time when the big game hunters stalked the countryside looking for the...
Apr 17, 2013
Windsurfing Holidays
If you like surfing and sailing, then windsurfing holidays are perfect for you. Spend some time learning the needed techniques and you’re in for a big thrill ride.
Who needs waves when you’ve got the wind? Sure, adding tasty waves into the mix can really enhance your day of windsurfing, but if the wind is blowing you’re in...
Apr 15, 2013
Adventure Travel India
India is an adventure travel dream come true. From the rich cultural experiences to the exciting physical exploits, overseas adventure travel has never been so rich, diverse or exotic.
If you enjoy discovering the cultures of distant lands, then adventure travel in India is going to fill your mind to overflowing with arcane knowledge as you uncover the secrets of an...
Apr 13, 2013
Birdwatching Holidays
Birdwatching Holidays (also referred to as birding) are a popular overseas adventure travel experience that can take you all over the world. And if you’re looking for something that the whole family can do together, you should give it a try.
Birding is a great way to take in nature’s beauty, breathe fresh air and experience some incredible brushes with nature at its most...
Apr 10, 2013
Peru Vacations
The most exciting Peru vacations include adventure travel experiences, and you can find them on this page.
For those looking for new overseas adventure travel experiences, Peru has some of the most exciting you’ll find from the soft experiences like the eco and cultural tours (Machu Picchu anyone?) to the hard, adrenaline-filled activities like trekking the Inca Trail, white water rafting, paragliding and...
Apr 06, 2013
Snorkeling Vacation
Imagine swimming through crystal clear water seeing colorful fish and other sea life moving around below you in an uninterrupted aquatic display of marine frivolity.
You take a deep breathe through a plastic tube, point your head to the sandy bottom and then with a long pull of your hands you’re suddenly a part of the...
Apr 05, 2013
Adventure Travel Hawaii
Welcome to one of the most popular tropical overseas adventure travel destinations on earth. Hawaii has been called a paradise for good reason. This chain of emerald islands set in a deep blue ocean is one of the most picturesque tropical places in the world.
The beaches and mountains are stunning, the rainforests are pristine and there is a rich, exotic cultural heritage that will transport you into another...
Apr 04, 2013
Surfing Trip
You feel the butterflies as you drop into the wave, hear the roar of the water as it falls over your head and you bask in the exhilaration when you emerge from the crystal pipe that threatened to consume you. Surfing is a natural thrill ride like none other.
Okay, if it’s your first surfing trip you might have trouble catching a wave like that, but how about a sun-drenched day on a beautiful beach having fun in the water learning to do something that has always intrigued you? If that sounds good then think about...
Apr 03, 2013
A Quick-Reference Guide to Traveling Responsibly
What does traveling responsibly really mean?
Driving a Prius instead of a Corvette? There are as many possible interpretations as there are travelers, but to most people traveling responsibly has to do with the impact they have on local cultures and economies.
The further off the beaten track you go, the more of an...
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Apr 02, 2013
Adventure Travel China
China, in and of itself, is an epic overseas adventure travel experience filled with mystery, wonder and exciting things to do, see and discover.
This is a land that will simply mesmerize you from the Great Wall of China to the hustle and bustle of Beijing and Shanghai. You’ll experience a wide range within their culture and adventurous things to do from one end of the...
Mar 30, 2013
Jungle Adventure
If you’re looking for a truly exotic experience, a jungle adventure may be your best bet. The allure of the jungle for many has to do with uncovering the mysteries of these wild places and the opportunity for the hands-on discovery of unusual creatures and plants.
Don’t expect to find what you may have seen in some old Tarzan movie. The real thing is very different, and the animals aren’t going to come to your aid should you get into a...
Mar 29, 2013
Finding Adventure in Honduras
Adventure vacations in Honduras are perfect for those who like to think of themselves as an Indiana Jones or Laura Croft kind of adventure seeker.
There are ancient Mayan ruins to be explored in dense green jungles, buried treasure to be found and hard-to-reach areas that many believe still hold on to their secrets. All of this in a land of pristine tropical white-sand beaches, green rolling hills and...
Mar 27, 2013
Elephant Rides
First of all, don’t let the low rating fool you. All it really means is that elephant rides are easy and safe, so just about anyone can enjoy them. This is truly one of the authentic classic adventure experiences going back thousands of years.
Imagine elephant riding through the African bush high above the ground where you can see for miles across the golden plains. You feel a rush of air as the ears of the gigantic beast flap back and forth and then...
Mar 26, 2013
Thailand Adventure Travel
Thailand is one of the top overseas adventure travel destinations in the world. It has an extremely rich culture and so many incredible activities for the adventure seeker that you’ll have a hard time narrowing down your list of things to do.
People from all around the world come to enjoy the beautiful beaches, palaces, the awe-inspiring temples and the lush jungles. Other big attractions include many adrenaline pumping experiences like...
Mar 23, 2013
Adventure Travel Canada
There aren’t many countries that can offer as many adventure travel experiences as you’ll find in Canada.
Those looking for overseas adventure travel come to Canada in droves all year long for the pristine wilderness experiences, water-related adventures, cultural enlightenment, the colors in the fall and so much...
Mar 22, 2013
Greece Vacations
Adventure travel Greece style offers you a truly unique variety of experiences from extraordinary cultural tours where you can explore and discover ancient ways of life to high-flying adrenaline adventures over some of the most scenic panoramas along the Mediterranean.
If you enjoy digging into the secrets of times gone by, you couldn’t find a more interesting place than Athens with the awe inspiring Parthenon and the Acropolis. And if you’re into seeing the...
Mar 21, 2013
Adventure Travel for Singles
Adventure travel for singles is an exciting proposition, but before you book that trip of a lifetime, and hand over a lot of your hard-earned cash, you need to know some things that will help you plan your dream vacation.
Avoid disappointment and watch after your best interests with this...
Mar 20, 2013
Fishing Vacations
There are many different ways to catch fish, but this page will focus on reviewing the kind where adventure travelers, like you, will use a hook… angling.
Fishing is a great way to relax and have someexciting fun at the same time. Whether you’re trying to land atenacious marlin from the deep blue waters off Cancun, Mexico or aprized rainbow trout from a quiet stream in...
Mar 19, 2013
California Adventure Travel
From the oceans and beaches to the deserts and then up through wine country and onto the peaks of the Sierra Nevada mountains, California provides some of the very best overseas adventure travel experiences in the world. And because there are so many good weather days, these superb experiences can be enjoyed all year round.
If you’re looking for cultural tours you can find a number of them to enlighten you about the indigenous peoples as well as the...
Mar 18, 2013
Spain Adventure Travel
Spain adventure travel has a long list of exciting activities set in a land of exotic beauty. You’ll have centuries of historical places to visit, spectacular vistas of gorgeous landscapes and exciting modern cultural experiences that you won’t want to miss.
If you feel daring enough you can run with the bulls in Pamplona or maybe chilling out along the Costa del Sol on the Mediterranean is more your...
Mar 17, 2013
Adventure Motorcycling
Imagine feeling the power vibrating through your body while on your adventure motorcycling excursion as you rumble down the road past miles of spectacular scenery and nothing to slow you down but the occasional pit stop.
Motorcycle tours are popular all over the world with many kinds to choose from including off-road and extreme motorcycling from the wild places of Alaska to the urban roadways of Paris and Berlin.
A motorcycle adventure tour can be a bit on the risky side when you’re not familiar with the bike or how others drive in a foreign country, but going with an...
Mar 15, 2013
Safari Adventures
Today the word safari generally refers to an overland journey with a purpose of observing wildlife. Many people naturally think of Africa when they hear the word safari, but there are different kinds of safari adventures all over the world from Africa to Alaska in the USA, and they’re all awesome.
There are many varieties of safari adventures, so I’m going to list, and briefly explain, some of the more popular ones. They differ where comfort, safety and physical conditioning are concerned. And make sure you know what kind of...
Mar 14, 2013
Canoeing Adventures
Imagine paddling a canoe with a friend on a lazy river as migratory birds fly overhead and fish jump out of the water and land with a loud splash. You hear something moving along the riverbank and see deer bounding out of the brush. That’s a great adventure travel experience.
Canoeing adventures are an ancient activity that were used mainly for necessity in the old days, but now they seem to have transformed into a...
Mar 13, 2013
West Virginia Vacation
If you’re looking for the best in outdoor adventures, then a West Virginia vacation should be at the top of your list. They call this place “The Mountain State” and within this part of the Appalachians you’ll find some of the best white water rafting in the USA, and that’s just the beginning.
The only thing that's missing here is the ocean. Other than that you’re going to find some of the best adventure experiences imaginable from hiking and backpacking to hunting and fishing. There are also enough high- octane activities like...
Mar 12, 2013
Dog Sledding Trips
Picture yourself racing along a snow covered trail, holding on tight as the path twists to the left, then right and up and down the hills. You can feel the power and excitement of the dogs as they pull you through the narrow passes and across the open spaces. It’s just you, your dogs and the great outdoors in an epic adventure you’ll want to share with anyone who’ll listen.
Dog sledding vacations are one of the true untamed experiences available today that will thrill your heart and warm your soul as you...
Mar 11, 2013
Costa Rica Adventure Travel
If you’ve been looking for your overseas adventure travel Shangri-la, you’ll find it tucked away in the heart of Central America… Costa Rica.
The unspoiled beaches stretch for miles along the Pacific and Caribbean waters, the sunsets are pure magic, the jungles and rainforests are filled with exotic wildlife and the adrenaline-filled adventures will beckon and call as soon as you...
Mar 09, 2013
Cheap Discount Airfare
Cheap discount airfare is something everyone who’s trying to stretch their travel budget is interested in, so I’ve been in contact with several people with expertise on the subject, and below is what they’ve told me.
Whether you’re looking for the best airfares for domestic flight discounts or cheap international flights, this article is the place you need to...
Mar 08, 2013
Adventure Travel Galapagos Islands
The Galapagos Islands are a rare, unique and utterly extraordinary experience where the wildlife is concerned, and if I were to give extra credit for overseas adventure travel experiences, the Galapagos Islands would get another star.
If you’re looking for rich cultural experiences you would be better off staying in Ecuador, but if you’re interested in wildlife you won’t do better than the Galapagos Islands. To learn more about...
Mar 06, 2013
New York Adventure Travel
Whether you’re looking for interesting cultural tours, eco-tours or walking tours or more physical activities like white water rafting and paragliding, New York has something for every seeker of both hard and soft adventure travel experiences.
And don't forget about the Statue of Liberty.
With so much to do, see and experience, it may be difficult to know where to begin, so here’s a suggestion.
If you enjoy the outdoor adventures like trekking, camping and canoeing, you might want to...
Mar 05, 2013
Skydiving Adventure
Does the thought of a skydiving adventure make you queasy or thrill you to no end? Maybe it does both.
The thought of jumping out of a perfectly good airplane for no good reason doesn’t make much sense to many people, but the dream of “flying” through the air is a fantasy come true for most of us.
Imagine experiencing the sensations of flight as you soar high above picturesque landscapes with the rushing wind pressing against your body.
You’re free! You can turn this way and that, tumble and roll and even the law of gravity seems to have been suspended, if only for a...
Mar 04, 2013
South Africa Vacations
The recurring theme throughout South Africa is diversity. You’ll find it in the people, the culture and the landscapes. The diversity of South Africa certainly extends to its adventure travel experiences where you’ll find all kinds of activities to be enjoyed on the land, in the water and in the air.
Safaris are one of the biggest reasons people explore South Africa vacations, and you'll find some of the best...
Mar 03, 2013
Snowmobiling Vacation
A snowmobiling vacation gives you the one thing that most adrenaline junkies live for… freedom.
Some people call it a snowmobile, others refer to it as a snow machine or a sled. But if you were to name it after the main benefit to the rider it would be called a “pure fun machine.” Snowmobiles are like ATVs on skis, and they...
Mar 01, 2013
A Quick-Reference Guide to Traveling Responsibly
What does traveling responsibly really mean? Driving a Prius instead of a Corvette? There are as many possible interpretations as there are travelers, but to most people traveling responsibly has to do with the impact they have on local cultures and economies.
The further off the beaten track you go, the more of an impact you’re likely going to have. Imagine a 30-passenger tour bus disgorging camera-happy tourists on the same small, remote village, week after week. Care to imagine how long...
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