Adventure Travel Articles

The 2011 world record for the longest wave surfed was engulfed by four professional surfers in July of 2013, fueled by the tidal bore on the Petitcodiac River in New Brunswick. Yassine Ouhilal of Halifax, Fred Hamilton of Sooke, British Columbia, and two California surfers...

There’s no better way to welcome the sweet crispness of autumn than with an Oktoberfest celebration, and the 48th annual Columbus Oktoberfest, which takes place September 27th through the 29th, has all the fixings of an authentic German festival. Originally held in German...

Are you the type of person that just can’t get enough of the outdoors? Is your idea of fun a non-stop day of wilderness adventures like whitewater rafting, mountain biking, and ziplining? Can you simply not find enough natural splendor to explore?    If you emphatically...

When you hear “Colorado” what do you think of? If you’re anything like the rest of the world, you undoubtedly picture a skiing adventure on the snow-crowned Rocky Mountains. You don’t imagine gorgeous sun-soaked days, year-round outdoor adventures, and historic...

Discover adventure on an exhilarating trail ride through the Blue Ridge Mountains or indulge in a soothing massage. Spend your days on a secluded river with a fly fishing adventure or pamper yourself with a beauty treatment. Tee off for a day of golf in a stunning mountain...

Nicknamed the “Queen of American Lakes,” New York’s Lake George truly is recreation royalty. Featuring everything from relaxing boat cruises to exhilarating amusement parks, the Lake George area is the perfect place for summer family fun. The Adirondack adventures...

When most people hear the word “tourist,” they imagine a bumbling traveler with a map and a fanny pack, wandering aimlessly through town in search of regional landmarks. They think of a slow-moving, directions-inquiring foreigner with a camera. Beattyville, Kentucky...

In a world where technology reigns supreme, it’s refreshing to take a step back into a simpler time; a time when people were kindred spirits with the land; a time when the open frontier offered limitless exploration. A loyal horse and a packed lunch were all any adventurer...

Most people see a resort as nothing more than a place to stay while on vacation. However, this couldn’t be further from the truth. A great resort immerses travelers in its atmosphere, allowing them to partake in new experiences and opening up their minds.        ...

Carmel Valley, California. The name alone evokes images of rolling golden hills, 100 year-old oaks, and roaming vineyards as far as the eye can see. With such stunning scenery and rich artistic history, this coastal city is indeed a sweet place to stay. Adding to the...

Rugged limestone hills wander along prickly pear cacti, yucca shrubs, and towering oak trees. This is Texas Hill Country, a horseback rider’s paradise. In fact, the city of Bandera is known as the “Cowboy Capital of the World.” Rancho Cortez, however, is more inclined...

When most people hear "horseback riding," they think of Western states like Texas, Montana, and Utah. They imagine desert landscape, red rock canyons, and fields of cacti. Very rarely does the New England region emerge as an option for this sport; at least, not until...

What’s your escape? Is it a family vacation spent exploring all the outdoors have to offer? How about a romantic retreat surrounded by wooded seclusion? Maybe a girls’ getaway rejuvenating in the whirlpool?   Enjoy all of the above at Landmark Resort in Egg Harbor,...

When you hear “dude ranch,” what do you think? Do you think of a rustic retreat spent in the heart of nature? Horseback riding through wildflower-dotted meadows? Or perhaps a relaxing escape away from the constant humming of technology? One thing is certain:  you...

A collage of towering sandstone buttes, flaming red mesas, and seemingly infinite azure skies, Utah’s Monument Valley truly is a sight to behold. Its breathtaking scenery, rich Navajo culture, and American film history prove that this desert diamond is no mirage.    With...