Do you have a destination that you've always wanted to visit, but just couldn't quite find the right way to get there? if so, you're in luck, as Gap Adventures, one of the top adventure travel companies in the world, is inviting you to Create Your Own Adventure as part of a ...Click on a label to read posts from that part of the world.
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Do you have a destination that you've always wanted to visit, but just couldn't quite find the right way to get there? if so, you're in luck, as Gap Adventures, one of the top adventure travel companies in the world, is inviting you to Create Your Own Adventure as part of a ...Racy ad campaign raises eyebrows down under
A new ad campaign is causing quite a stir down under. Billboards have recently begun appearing along roadsides in Queensland, Australia inviting travelers to "Get High", Get Wet", and "Get Laid" in Mission Beach, a town that appeals to adventurous travelers looking to go ...Somaliland: the other Somalia
There are some places you just can't consider for a vacation. While even Iraq has recently opened up to carefully handled tours, Somalia remains out of bounds. What with an Islamist movement proudly proclaiming its ties to Al-Qaeda, and a decades-long civil war between rival ...Richard Branson's new toy: A submarine with twist
Some people hop in the water with a rubber duckie or scuba mask, Sir Richard Branson goes down under in a submarine.
Virgin's founder and self-made billionaire Branson already owns an international airline company, record label, mobile phone company, a few Caribbean ...10 great destinations for scuba diving adventure (videos)
Big Island Hawaii: Get your adventure on
There's virtually no limit to the adventures you can have on the Big Island of Hawaii. SCUBA, snorkel, watch whales pass in season, take a helicopter flight over the island, or view lava up close from a boat, watching the fiery rivers pop and hiss as they land in the ...In the Heart of Central America: Diving the Bay Islands of Honduras
Honduras' Bay Islands - the large islands of Roatan, Utila and Guanaja, plus Cayos Cochinos and the Swan Islands - sit about 40 miles off the coast of the mainland in the Caribbean Sea. While the islands are as beautiful as any others in the Caribbean and offer long ...In the Heart of Central America: Planning a wedding or honeymoon in Honduras
Imagine walking down a lush green aisle to a small open-air wooden structure where billowy white curtains frame a view of a valley spread below and blueish mountains in the distance. An intimate group of family and friends has gathered to watch you say your vows on this ...H2O Audio iPod Nano case turns your player into an underwater video camera
As the first iPod with a camera, the new Apple iPod Nano is surprisingly fun to play with. But until now, it wasn't the kind of gadget you'd take to the beach, as iPods and water don't tend to mix. H2O Audio can change that, thanks to their new "Capture" case.
This ...Coming Attractions: Panama
Watch out world, 'cuz here comes Panama--that skinny little land-bridge of a country that's famous for straw hats, yellow-fever infestations and American meddling.
Just how skinny a country is it? From the time the pilot lowers the landing gear to the time your flight ...In the Heart of Central America: Why now is the time to go to Honduras
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After a week in Honduras, ziplining through the canopy, drinking $1.50 beers on a deserted white sand beach, slaughtering my Spanish pronunciation as I bought a ...Underwater sculpture garden helps save Cancun's coral reefs
Cancun's famous coral reefs have been hit hard lately by storms and pollution, and the Mexican government has come up with an interesting way to let the reefs heal while still attracting visitors. They're creating an underwater sculpture garden that will bring back the ...Giant jellyfish cause boat to capsize
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A school of giant Nomura's jellyfish are being blamed for the sinking of a fishing boat earlier this week, sending the three man crew overboard, ...SkyMall Monday: Underwater Cell Phone System
Here at the SkyMall Monday headquarters, the motto is "Be Prepared...Always" I considered copying the Boy Scouts' motto verbatim, but I just can't support any organization that places so much emphasis on neckerchiefs. That said, I like to be ready for any situation, and ...25 great adventures for 2010
The latest issue of National Geographic Adventure has just hit the newsstand with a special treat inside for adventure travelers looking for their next big trip. The magazine has listed its selection for the 25 best new trips for 2010, offering up suggestions of places to ...In Monterey this fall: The Monterey Bay Aquarium celebrates its silver anniversary
Something must be in the air in Monterey this fall, because there are so many anniversaries and celebrations it would be hard to pass up a trip to California's coast to catch some art and culture with a little history mixed in.
Earlier this fall, I told you about the ...100 urban adventures for the city dweller
Looking for something to do today as the weekend quickly comes to a close? Then look no further than Outside Magazine's list of 100 Urban Adventures. As you can no doubt tell, it contains some of the best activities to do in the great outdoors while remaining well within ...Abercrombie & Kent announce extreme adventures for 2010
Adventure travel specialist Abercrombie & Kent have announced their "extreme" adventures for 2010, offering up 15 amazing opportunities for travelers looking for unique experiences, provided of course they also have plenty of cash to pay for them. No matter what kind of ...First-time scuba diving for under $100? Where in the world?
I've wanted to go scuba diving for as long as I can remember. To be able to inhale and exhale underwater while swimming near schools of brightly colored fish and jaw-dropping coral-- how could that possibly not be a Top Ten Life Experience? My desire to go diving was only ...Don't mess with Hawaii's coral reefs
Did you know that Hawaii is home to over 3/4 of America's coral reef? It's not that surprising considering the heaps of divers that make the trek across the Pacific every year to experience the state's special marine life. Hawaii's unique ecosystem is its main draw for ...
