285 articles tagged with adventure travel
Like a bold Syrah that reveals its complexity with each sip, Rock Hill, South Carolina, unfolds its adventurous spirit to those willing to venture beyond the expected. I discovered this adrenaline-seeker's paradise quite by accident last summer while following a...
The first time I stood at the base of the Tian Shan mountains, I felt that same rush of adrenaline I get right before jumping out of a plane. There's something about massive geological formations that puts your existence into...
As an educator who's spent years encouraging my students to look beyond the surface of any destination, I've come to practice what I preach in my own travels. The Yucatan Peninsula has long been synonymous with all-inclusive resorts and picture-perfect...
When most travelers think of Mombasa, images of white-sand beaches and turquoise waters immediately come to mind. But during my recent diplomatic assignment in Kenya, I discovered that this coastal paradise offers far more than just picture-perfect postcards and lazy...
There's something quite magical about discovering places that haven't yet made it to the glossy pages of mainstream travel magazines. Hopkinsville, Kentucky—or 'Hoptown' as the locals affectionately call it—is precisely one such revelation. As someone who has traversed the vibrant...
As a veterinarian with a penchant for exploring geological wonders between conferences, Papua New Guinea's highlands have long fascinated me with their extraordinary biodiversity and complex terrain. Last summer, while attending a wildlife conservation symposium in Port Moresby, I extended...
I never imagined that at 64, I'd be paddling through rapids on the mighty Congo River, camera in hand, trying to capture the perfect shot of a city that defies expectations. But here I am in Brazzaville, the capital of...
When most adventure seekers plan a Colorado trip, their GPS typically points toward Breckenridge, Boulder, or Estes Park. As someone who's spent decades exploring therapeutic landscapes across the globe, I've learned that the most transformative adventures often hide in plain...
The air hangs heavy with moisture as I follow my guide deeper into Trinidad's Northern Range. The occasional call of a bell bird punctuates the symphony of forest sounds, and beads of sweat trace familiar paths down my temples. I'm...
There's something magical about standing at the edge of your comfort zone, heart pounding, palms sweaty, knowing you're about to do something that defies rational thinking. As someone who spends most workdays at 35,000 feet, I've developed quite the appetite...
I've always been drawn to edges—the places where land meets sea, where one culture blends into another, where history's footprints fade into wilderness. But there's something uniquely magnetic about standing at the literal end of a continent, where the next...
I found myself in Bishkek last summer almost by accident. After a tea expedition to southern China went sideways due to visa complications, I pivoted to Kyrgyzstan's capital—a decision that gifted me one of the most unexpectedly rewarding travel experiences...
The early morning mist hovers over Kaptai Lake like ancient spirits guarding their domain. As I push my kayak from shore, the water ripples in concentric patterns, disturbing the mirror-like surface that perfectly reflects the emerald hills surrounding Rangamati. *¡Qué...
The moment my dusty boots crossed the threshold of my first Dolisie guesthouse, I knew this overlooked Congolese city would redefine my understanding of hospitality. Nestled between the Mayombe mountains and the vast equatorial forests, Dolisie serves as both gateway...
At 64, I've traversed six continents and navigated financial markets through multiple recessions, yet nothing quite prepared me for the profound complexity of traveling the Congo River to Kisangani. This journey isn't merely geographic—it's a passage through layers of history,...