309 articles tagged with adventure travel
The moment our ferry approached the dramatic bluffs of Block Island, I knew this wasn't going to be just another beach getaway. This 7-square-mile gem floating off Rhode Island's coast has long been a summer sanctuary for those seeking pristine...
Standing at the foot of the Wasatch Mountains with my heart pounding in anticipation, I couldn't help but wonder why Ogden isn't on every adventure seeker's radar. Just 40 minutes north of Salt Lake City lies this former railroad town...
As someone who's typically hunting down hidden food markets between business meetings, my latest trip to Melbourne revealed an entirely different side of this sophisticated Australian metropolis. Most corporate travelers see Melbourne through the lens of its coffee culture and...
The moment our small aircraft banked toward Antsiranana's runway, I knew this corner of Madagascar would be unlike anywhere I'd explored before. Below me stretched a tapestry of emerald forests, limestone formations, and the impossibly blue waters of the Indian...
The moment my feet left Cabo Girão's cliff edge, time suspended. Below me, the Atlantic stretched endlessly blue against Madeira's dramatic coastline – 580 meters of sheer vertical drop that simultaneously terrified and exhilarated me. This wasn't the gentle Portugal...
G'day adventure seekers! If you've been dreaming of a road trip that delivers both heart-pounding thrills and soul-soothing ocean vibes, I've got just the ticket. Last spring, I found myself with a week to kill in northern Peru and stumbled...
When most travelers think of Tokyo, images of neon-lit streets, cutting-edge technology, and crowded subway cars dominate their imagination. But beneath this ultramodern veneer lies a playground for adventure seekers that often goes unnoticed. During my recent work trip installing...
There's something profoundly satisfying about experiencing two dramatically different ecosystems within a single journey. As someone who's spent decades studying marine environments, I've developed a deep appreciation for how terrestrial landscapes influence the waters below. My recent two-week solo expedition...
The thunderous roar hits you before the mist even touches your skin. That's the moment I knew Victoria Falls would forever change how my daughter and I experienced travel together. Standing at the edge of what locals call 'Mosi-oa-Tunya' –...
When my buying trip to Montevideo wrapped up early last month, I made an impulsive decision that turned into one of my most authentic South American experiences yet. Instead of flying straight back to the States, I decided to venture...
The moment my feet left the platform of Auckland's Sky Tower, time suspended. For 11 glorious seconds, I free-fell 192 meters toward the city streets below, the harbor's azure waters stretching into the distance. This wasn't just another adventure—it was...
The air in Mbarara hits differently than the crisp Canadian Rockies I grew up in or the bustling streets of Philadelphia where I now work shifts as an EMT. It's heavy with moisture, carrying the scent of red earth and...
Standing at the edge of the launch viewing area, watching the final preparations for an Ariane 5 rocket, I couldn't help but feel the weight of contrasts in Kourou. Here I was, a school principal from Virginia Beach, witnessing cutting-edge...
When most people think of Mont-Saint-Michel, they picture the postcard-perfect medieval abbey perched on its rocky island, surrounded by vast tidal flats. What they don't realize is that this UNESCO World Heritage site sits at the center of one of...
The moment my seaplane dipped toward Moorea's emerald peaks jutting dramatically from the turquoise lagoon, I knew this wasn't going to be just another luxury getaway. As someone who spent years installing climate control systems in buildings before discovering my...
