Looking For Adventure Travel


by D. McBride - Date: 2007-03-20 - Word Count: 604 Share This!

Are you looking to have some fun on your next vacation. Have you thought about traveling to exotic locations worldwide, and pursuing the dream vacation, perhaps taking a tree canopy ride in Rio de Janeiro, or traveling on a sailboat while on an eco-tour off the coast of British Colombia. Of course, this type of vacation is not for everyone, so if you are looking for rest and relaxation, adventure travel maybe is not what you are looking for. It is definitely a trade off to experience this type of outdoor recreation, which is usually far removed from popular destinations. It is great to get out in nature.

Most of us get stuck in a rut. There's a routine to our lives, same old, same old. This is why it is good sometimes to get out of that rut and adventure travel is a wonderful rut destroyer.

What you need is a getaway, and if you are the adventurous type there are a number of destinations from which to choose. You can walk in the footsteps of Charles Darwin exploring the Galapagos Islands or maybe you'd prefer an exciting African Safari.

There are always some risks involved in anything we do, but maybe a little more so in adventure travel, especially when you have picked a remote destination. But you don't have to go that far to get into trouble. Even places like the Grand Canyon make hundreds of rescues each year for travelers who are hiking down to the river, but are not prepared and don't realize how adventurous that hike can be. I remember the last time I tried that hike, coming back up you saw a lot of really worn out people, probably dehydrated too. So the thing to do is make sure you are prepared for whatever you have chosen to do and your vacation is appropriate for those going. If, for example, you are pregnant, have very small children or a particular medical condition you must adjust your expectations.

A wonderful guide to adventure travel can be found at www.nationalgeographic.com, but there are also many more good resources out there for adventure travel and outdoor recreation with information on top destinations, national parks, outdoor gear, hiking, and kayaking. For family adventures you might look into dude ranches, houseboat rentals, bicycle tours, horse pack trips and trail rides, even dog sledding vacations. Using your computer to do your research will dig up a multitude of sites where you can investigate your next trip. You'll find all sorts of information on adventure travel worldwide.

Thankfully we all have different preferences when it comes to adventure destinations. But even if you don't have the time or money to travel on some great adventure in places like Egypt, Austrailia or maybe Antarctica, there are always places closer to home to check out. Some adventure tours are not only more strenuous but fairly expensive as well which also is limiting.

Most adventure travel sites recommend that travelers visit the United States Department of State website at www.travel.state.gov for the latest travel advice. Be sure to take into consideration any travel warnings that have been issued for destinations on your list. Be prepared and get the recommended vaccinations in plenty of time before your trip, and stock up on any medications you may need on your journey. Travel ight and last but not least, enjoy your vacation.

There is no limit when it comes to real-life adventure destinations. The trick is to find one that you and your entire family can enjoy. Just do your due diligence and make sure you and your travel companions are up to the adventure you choose.


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D. McBride is an avid traveler who enjoys both adventure travel and luxury travel such as cruises and resorts, who has a Galapagos Island site located at www.GalapagosTravelSite.info

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