An eco-tourist dream, Costa Rica helped launch the birth of this movement. It’s a great Central America country that boasts amazing jungles, pristine beaches and volcanoes. Small group adventure tours can be a great way to explore the amazing jungles, awesome wildlife and pristine beaches in this Central American country.
India is a land of rich curries, bright colors, mystery and chaos. It will also chew up and spit out even the most experienced of travelers. For an amazing India vacation, take one of these great small group tours that will make sure you get the most out of your trip to India
Although it may have once been a place for intrepid madmen explorers, today trip to Antarctica are surprisingly affordable, very safe, and still hold that magical awe and wonder. With glaciers and icebergs the size of skyscrapers, narrow fjords, spectacular bays, the Antarctic has some of the greatest concentration of wildlife in the world. Humpback whales, seal colonies, seabirds, and a host of diverse wildlife seen only in a few places throughout the world are all found on these icy shores.
Have you always wanted to explore South America’s amazing and diverse scenic areas, but have always been afraid your lack of Spanish could hold you back? Not only will you go on a once in a lifetime adventure on these tours, you’ll be just fine without being able to speak Spanish.
Have you dreamed of visiting the mystifying and impressive Pyramids of Giza, wanted to float down the world’s longest river or see the bustling streets of Cairo, but have been too nervous to venture into Egypt? Pick one of these tours and be guided through these awe-inspiring, mysterious places with an educated and knowledgeable guide. Not only will you learn a lot about these amazing sights, you’ll also stay safe.
With awe-inspiring scenery, tasty cuisine and a rich historical and cultural past, Vietnam is full of hidden treasures waiting to be discovered. These three tours will open doors into Vietnam you never knew existed and allow travelers to see, feel, taste and truly experience this beautiful country.
If you’ve ever wanted to hike the Inca trail to Machu Picchu or explore the jungles of the Amazon, these are three great tours in Peru that will get you off the beaten path
From the scenic hills of Tuscany to the bustling streets of Milan and Rome or the picture-perfect shores of Lake Como, Italy is a must-see European destination. With beautiful scenery and even tastier food, every traveler should get a chance to see, taste and experience Italy. For those independent travelers who still want some direction on where to go and what to see, here are three great tours that will show you Italy at its finest without suffocating you.
If you’ve got 3 weeks or less to explore the great expanses of China, check out one of these 4 tours that will show you the biggest and best highlights of this populous Asian nation. From the metropolitan mega centers of Beijing and Hong Kong to the spectacular Three Gorges, mountains of Tibet and impressive Great Wall of China, you will not be disappointed with the sights, smells and tastes of this magnificent country.
An enticing mix of countries, languages and governments, Europe has a myriad of great outdoor adventures, some for the intrepid types, others for the laid back mellow travelers.
If lions and tigers and giraffes (oh my) sound like a part of your next vacation, then heading out on an African adventure tour could be the trip for you.
Australia is a huge country with lots to offer from an immense barrier reef for snorkeling to the vast expanses of the Outback. If you’re craving a wild Australian adventure and want a little help on where to go, these tours cover the most ground for the least amount of money
If you’ve always wanted to visit the land of elephants and gorgeous beaches, but weren’t sure how to go about planning your vacation, then check out these three adventure tours perfect for first-timers to Thailand
Rrolandos Constantinides was finally lured by stories of superior skiiing in Lebanon, and his only regret is that he didn’t take advantage of the skiing there sooner.
Thomas Lera extolls the virtues of the Monteverde Cloud Forest Preserve, a brilliant wash of sensory overload.
Climbing Mt. Adams taught Ed Abell some excellent lessons but the most valuable piece of his education was one that his teammates already knew… It was that the tremendous satisfaction of taking those impossible steps grows to the point where you want to take the “test” again.
Jill March spent part of her honeymoon kayaking the Yasawa Islands in Fiji, a stunning chain of 16 volcanic islands where it’s always warm and dry and the waters are always calm and clear, and found her dream paradise.
Tom Barry outlines the basics of first aid when you’re off the iced-over path.
The less traveled road has its challenges, but Stephen Chien thinks the rewards are well worth it – especially in China’s great outdoors, which is perfect for biking, hiking, swimming and climbing through scenery that has inspired poets and artists for thousands of years.
George Kalli has his share – and more! – of wet weather hiking in Patagonia, and still manages to have a grand time.
Becky Garrison offers an overview of the beauty and joys of sailing along Maine’s pristine midcoast.
Pieter Black explores the USS Liberty in Bali, Indonesia.
Cat George discovers the joys of surfing as a spectator sport on Western Australia’s southern coast.
Rolf Palmberg describes a hike to the Finnish-Swedish-Norwegian tripoint in the Malla Nature Reserve, the second largest wilderness area in Finland.
Alex Welsh knows there are thousands who dream of a genuinely lost Inca city they can enjoy in solitude and serenity. This article is for them.
Voula Kosmopoulos’s three difficult days of being introduced to the Amazon conjured an enormous amount of respect and fear. She’d probably have to stick to the notion that it literally is a once-in-a- lifetime experience.
Dennis Brown knows that real men ride Harleys…he just has to convince the cops.
Shyam K.C. details information on trekking some of the world’s highest peaks.