Adventure Vacations

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Planning the ultimate adventure vacation or hope to add a little excitement to a beach or otherwise relaxing trip? You are sure to find options in any climate or location. Hiking, climbing, skiing, and mountain biking are great ways to add a thrill depending on the time of year when visiting the mountains. Visit a river for the ultimate rafting or river kayaking adventure. Take a scuba diving course or bring your snorkeling gear to the sea for an underwater landscape filled withlife. Looking for lions, tigers or bears? Schedule a safari to truly immerse yourself in the world of the wild. ...read more »

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Queenstown

This southern New Zealand town is known as a ski resort and winter getaway. Skiing, hiking and boating are favorite activities, while wine-tasting and cultural food sampling are another attraction for outside travelers. read more »
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Jim Thorpe

Find highlights on things to do and see in Jim Thorpe shared by Real Travelers. Browse attractions, maps, travel guide information, and blogs. Price compare hotels, flights, and packages to Jim Thorpe across multiple sites to help plan your... read more »
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Bear Creek Mountain Resort, Macungie

Find highlights on things to do and see in Bear Creek Mountain Resort, Macungie shared by Real Travelers. Browse attractions, maps, travel guide information, and blogs. Price compare hotels, flights, and packages to Bear Creek Mountain Resort,... read more »
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Rotorua

This northern New Zealand city is well known as a spa resort, with natural geysers and hot mud pools for visitors to relax in. Volcanic islands allow for more outdoor attractions, as well as hiking, biking and rafting opportunities. There are also parks... read more »
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Auckland

Auckland is the gateway to New Zealand and its largest city. Almost entirely surrounded by water, and covered with volcanic hills, the city has a spectacular harbor and infinite possibilities. Wherever the visitor may be at any given moment, there is th... read more »
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Chiang Mai

Built in a lush valley, the city of Chiang Mai has spectacular mountain views, rich culture and inexpensive accommodations. Travel to one of the 300 temples, shop at the Night Market, or take a popular day trip to the nearby Golden Triangle and the Meko... read more »
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Vang Vieng

Though a very small area, Vang Vieng is nonetheless considered a great stopover for backpackers and tourists because of its proximity to nearby mountains and rivers. Whether exploring caves and caverns or just taking a raft ride down the river and visit... read more »
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Sydney

Brash and beautiful, Sydney sits nestled in the sandstone cliffs overlooking Sydney Harbor, basking in its role as a gateway for travelers, a mecca of culture and a playground for tourists and its five million residents alike. History abounds in Victori... read more »
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Taupo

Home to the largest lake in New Zealand, Taupo offers recreational fun for all travelers. Sightseeing alongside massive volcanoes, rafting on the rapids or just plain fishing are all possible here. Hot springs and waterfalls add to the waterside experie... read more »
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Fayetteville

Find highlights on things to do and see in Fayetteville shared by Real Travelers. Browse attractions, maps, travel guide information, and blogs. Price compare hotels, flights, and packages to Fayetteville across multiple sites to help plan you... read more »

Top Five Adventure Trip Blogs

Brunei, Ulu Temburong: Hangin' with the Locals | Jan 20 07'

by Kyle & Dan a real traveler from London, on vacation in Temburong

"We were the only people for miles around and therefore, the peace and tranquility of the canopy tower was amazing to behold."

After visiting several national parks in the Malaysian state of Sarawak in Borneo on our own, we decided to try an organised tour in Brunei with a... Continue reading »
New Zealand - Waitomo Caves | Jan 25 09'

by Barney & Teresa a 25 year old male traveling as a couple from Heathrow Airport, on vacation in Waitomo Caves

"Rap, Raft 'n' Rock"

After leaving the smell of Rotorua behind we arrived in the tiny village of Waitomo to explore the famous caves. There isn't a lot to see or do in... Continue reading »
A Journey (Safari) to Remember | Nov 16 06'

by The Cheng Family a traveling as a family from Canada, on vacation in Maasai Mara

"The most amusing animal of all we thought were the gawkerbeests."

Safari in the Maasai Mara Games ReserveKenyaNovember 17 – 19, 2006As we were unable to be accommodated at A Rocha until November 20th, we decided t... Continue reading »
Taal, The Volcano and the Town | Dec 26 08'

by TaRits a 31 year old female from Philippines, on vacation in Taal

"Adventure and historical discoveries"

That morning I met up with Ma'am Angi, Sir Steven and the group. We were traveling to Taal Volcano, listed in the book "1000 places to see be... Continue reading »
Amsterdam, Netherlands | Jul 16 07'

by Shane S a 40 year old male from San Francisco, on vacation in Amsterdam

The first words that come to mind when you think Amsterdam are "Red LIght District". So of course... after stepping off the plane,... Continue reading »