Adventure
Adventure travel showing Tonya ziplining
“Adventure is a path. Real adventure, self-determined, self-motivated, often risky, forces you to have firsthand encounters with the world.”
– Mark Jenkins
Adventure travel encompasses a vast spectrum of experiences, extending far beyond traditional notions of adrenaline-fueled escapades. It can manifest as the quiet thrill of bird watching in serene forests, the pulse-quickening ascent of a towering peak, or the exhilarating rush of whitewater rafting through untamed rapids. Adventure is not solely defined by extreme physical challenges; rather, it is the pursuit of the unknown, the embrace of new perspectives, and the joy of discovery in every corner of the natural world. Whether scaling mountain peaks or observing elusive avian species, adventure invites us to step outside our comfort zones and immerse ourselves in the wonders of exploration.
Every year, visitors flock to Page, Arizona, near the Utah border to marvel at the mesmerizing beauty of the Arizona slot canyons on the Navajo Reservation. The Southwest is known for these naturally occurring winding canyons, and the ones in Arizona are particularly magnificent.
Buffeted by ferocious winds, I stared into the abyss of an open airplane door. The bright South Carolina June sky and cotton candy clouds seemed a cruel contrast to the darkness gripping me — an innate fear of falling that has haunted me for years. I could barely hear my Skydive Carolina instructor Cathy Abelleira's words in my ear as I clenched my jaw.
Crisp, fresh air that purifies the senses. Golden aspens shimmering in the sunlight. Clean, white snow blanketing the ground. This incredibly romantic scene is exactly what comes to mind when you imagine a pristine mountain town, and the people who live there are working hard to keep it that way.
It’s easy to imagine what Saba must have looked like two hundred years ago. Aside from the medical school and the single narrow ribbon of road, the island hasn’t changed much.
Whitewater rafting in crystal clear waters. Horseback riding through the tall prairie grass. Purple mountains as the backdrop for local craft breweries. Sounds like a dream, but it’s actually Montana.
Though it’s best known as a religious pilgrimage, walking the Camino de Santiago does not need to be a spiritual journey and people from all walks of life can and do take this adventure for different reasons.
It was a hot summer day when a friend of mine and I pulled into the parking lot of Sombrio Beach, on the west coast of Vancouver Island in British Columbia. We planned to be there for the day and set up a shady spot on the sand to enjoy our ocean views. We were hoping to see some wildlife — a bald eagle, a sea lion, maybe even a breaching whale.
When people think of the Galapagos Islands, their minds are immediately filled with the enchanting voice of David Attenborough and vibrant images of tropical landscapes bursting with life.
Lions and elephants are nothing fantastic. They are part of the DNA of the land and they are not page turners. There is an animal park on every road leading out of Johannesburg.
Lush rainforest and land transformed for millions of years by volcanic activity, all spread across 520 square miles of protected space. Welcome to Hawaii’s Volcanoes National Park!
Shengjergj waterfall, which is locally called “Ujëvara e Shën Gjergjit”,offers an amazing 30-meters drop with breathtaking stratified rock formations surrounding the scenery. The water comes straight from the “Mali me Gropa Mountain” and is especially impressive during the fall-to-spring season, when rain increases and snow melts from the mountain tops.
Frisco, Texas, has steadily emerged as a prime destination for those looking for a mix of culture, adventure, and relaxation. Whenever the phrase "things to do in Frisco" is brought up in conversations, it evokes images of a city that offers a plethora of diverse activities, resonating with both its rich history and modern influences
