Peru – The Land of Incas
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I had the wonderful opportunity to meet in person Veronica Wicks, the Executive President of Tucano Reps – providing authentic luxury experiences in Peru. Veronica is an active member of Peru’s most prestigious associations and government institutions. During our nice chat of the industry and Peru during the Adventure Travel Summit …
Avid Review of Biking in Cape Town
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Here is what one of our reviewers had to say about his biking tour experience with Bike & Saddle, recent addition to our operator network. Cape Town is generally scenic, but on a warm, breezy summer evening, from the seat of a bicycle, the city shows off its beauty. As a local, I pass through [...]…
Meet our new operator in Slovakia
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Tell us about your company Become Slovakia was founded by two friends Jan and Slavo. We have been to many countries before and couldn`t find a nicer country than Slovakia. So we decided to start a tour operator company to show people the beauty of Slovak nature, rich culture and wonderful traditions and folklore. Supported [...]…
8 Adventures in Ireland
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1. Wicklow Wicklow (Photo Credit: Tambako the Jaguar on Flickr) Lovingly known as the Emerald Isle, the island of Ireland is a must-visit for every adventure traveler. Whether you are contemplating traveling Ireland on foot, horse, bike, raft or car, there is adventure everywhere. The country has 31 different long distance paths that are specially …
Adventures in Tibet
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1. Qinghai-Tibet plateau Qinghai-Tibet plateau(Photo Credit : Bezur on Wikimedia Commons) Tibet has long beckoned adventure travelers. Once deemed unreachable to all but the most daring adventurer, Tibet is dominated by the Himalayas in the south and cut off by the frigid desert plains of Taklamakan in the north. Still, the forests, lakes, and moun…
Things to do in Cambodia
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Photo Credit: victoriapeckham on Flickr The popular image of Cambodia is of the overgrown remains of stone temples and palaces, and today’s adventurer finds many tours that show off both the beauty of Cambodia’s well-preserved ecosystems and the strength of its enduring Buddhist heritage. Your adventure tour in Cambodia can range from a few day…
Adventures in Mexico
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1. Chichen Itza Chichen Itza (Photo Credit: Kyle Simourd on Flickr) Mexico is much more than party towns along the ocean. Mexico is a very diverse country ripe for adventure travel with one adrenaline-pumping activity after another. The cultural and archeological ruins of the ancient Mayan civilization are something that you just cannot miss. …
8 Adventures in Iceland
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Quite a misnomer, Iceland has about 10% ice cover while the remainder gifted with a very pleasant and mild climate. Adventure travel is a growing industry in Iceland, particularly horseback riding. 1. Snaefellsjokull Snaefellsjokull (Photo Credit: finnur.malmquist on Flickr) Numerous tour operators operate adventure trips to Iceland’s glaciers.…
Things to do in Spain
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1. Cordoba Cordoba (Photo Credit: Aromeo on Wikipedia) Spain is one of the few countries of the world whose various cultures have spread far beyond their roots. The Spanish culture is largely influenced by the neighboring Roman culture, but the culture harks back to prehistoric times – the cave paintings at Altamira are a must-see. [...]…
9 Adventures in Indonesia
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The South Asian archipelago of Indonesia is a phenomenal travel destination. There are more than 17,500 islands in this country. A wide range of activities lie in store for anyone that comes here looking for adventure. 1. Sumatra Sumatra (Photo Credit: Joachim S. Müller on Flickr) With dense jungles and forests, hiking and trekking are [...]…
7 Adventures in Mozambique
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Being a coastal country in the southeastern part of Africa, it is quite understandable why Mozambique should be one of the most interesting countries in the continent to visit for an adventure trip. The country is known for its various adventure traveling options, especially scuba diving and other kinds of beachside adventures. 1. Pemba Pemba (P…
7 Adventures in Nepal
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1. Mount Everest Mount Everest (Photo Credit: rook68 on Flickr) Nepal is home to world’s largest peak, Mount Everest, making it one of the top destinations for adventure travel. 2. Tibet Tibet (Photo Credit: reurinkjan on Flickr) Tibet is just a hop away too, so if you are looking for an enhanced mountain climbing adventure, [...]…
Adventures in Mongolia
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Mongolia is often referred to as the last nomadic culture of the world, a country that has a rare quaintness exemplified by its ancient shamanic relics and Buddhist culture. This is a unique destination for adventure travel. 1. Gobi Desert Gobi Desert (Photo Credit: PnP! on Flickr) When you are in Mongolia, you tend to [...]…
The Kingdom of Bhutan
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Taktshang (Photo Credit: Douglas J. McLaughlin on Wikimedia Commons) The Kingdom of Bhutan is a landlocked country in South Asia, located at the eastern end of the Himalaya Mountains and bordered to the south, east and west by the Republic of India and to the north by China. Bhutan was separated from the nearby state [...]…
14 Adventures in Russia
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1. Tundra Tundra (Photo Credit: brentdanley on Flickr) Just the thought of visiting Russia, with an abundance of snow, water, and mountain related activities, can send a tingle down any adventure traveler’s spine. From Leningrad to Vladivostok and from the northern Tundra to the southern Taiga, Russia is a country that needs to be savored. [.…
9 Adventures in Italy
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Italy is a Mediterranean country blessed with a highly appeasing temperate climate and verdant greenery, perfect for an adventure traveler. Italy is best known for its one of a kind historical and cultural sites including the Colosseum, Vatican City, and Venice, but it still has a wide range of activities for an adventure tourist. 1. [...]…
9 Adventures in France
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1. Notre Dame Notre Dame (Photo Credit: Wikipeder on Wikimedia Commons) At 82 million travelers a year, France is the most highly-visited country in the world. The cultural and historical sites such as Versailles, Notre Dame and the Louvre are what most travelers are visiting, but France offers fantastic options for adventure sports. 2. Mont [...…
5 Adventures in New Zealand
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1. Kawarau Bridge – Bungee Jumping Kawarau Bridge – Bungee Jumping (Photo Credit: matze79 on Flickr) Any country that promotes bungee jumping as one of its main traveling attractions cannot be missed by anyone looking for an adventure holiday. New Zealand sees more than a million visitors a year, who are mainly looking for thrilling …
10 Great Climbing and Trekking Destinations in Patagonia
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1. Torres del Paine Photo Credit: cesargp on Flickr This set of three peaks in Chilean Patagonia dominates the national park of the same name. Two of the peaks are over 9000 feet high, and while that does not sound like a lot of altitude the steep inclines of these desolate spires put the challenge [...]…
Venezuela Photo Essays I
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Kukenan or Matawi is a tepuy that reaches a height of 2,650 meters, with a surface of 20,63 square kilometers. It is the sister plateau of the Roraima tepuy. Its name comes from an intermittent waterfall of 610 meters, second only in Venezuela to Kerepacupai Merú or Angel Falls. It is located south of the [...]…
Meet the Crew of Explora Treks
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You don't have to be a reality TV competitor or a Spanish language TV star to explore the Venezuelan Andes. Meet the Explora Treks crew, they'll take you there. …
Summitting Chile’s Volcan Villarica
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Climbing to the top of an ice-covered active volcano? It might be crazy, but novice trekker Tony Dunnell finds Chile’s Volcán Villarrica too compelling for sanity. …
Nepal
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Since it opened to foreign trekkers in 1977, Annapurna Circuit is renowned as one of the most spectacular and varied walks in the world with lush green valleys and fascinating villages that offer impressive snow-capped views of the white Himalayas. Starting from less than 1,000 meters, it gives a chance to explore the Himalayas from [...]…
At the Ends of the Earth in Ushuaia
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The light is different when you're on the outer edge. Audrey Scott observes Ushuaia, the southernmost city in the world. …
