Ever since the movie Twister came out in 1996, we bet that more than one of you has fantasised about chasing storms across the plains of America’s Mid-West.
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Zip lining can be one of the most thrilling adventures on your travels and provide you unrivalled views. Gliding high above jungle canopies in Costa Rica, dangling over the African bush in South Africa, coasting past the Great Wall of China or zipping across the lush Hawaiian mountains provide once in a life time experiences. So strap into your harness and enjoy us for the ride on the world’s best zip lines.
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If you are one of the many people who have dreamed of travelling to America for an adventure holiday, you may be surprised by how little such a trip could cost. All it takes to arrange a budget getaway to the States is some planning and organisation.
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If you are searching for the perfect destination for adventure holidays, look no further than Kenai Fjords National Park in Alaska. The area is packed with breathtaking scenery, together with terrain and water that is ideal for all sorts of activities.
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A recent poll launched by new magazine, Unique Honeymoons, revealed that only 12 per cent of people would opt for the traditional fly-n-flop beach style honeymoon, whereas an overwhelming majority of 81 per cent say they’d take the opportunity to plan an adventurous trip of a life time.
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The choice of USA destinations suitable for adventure tours is vast, but if you want to combine exploring the great outdoors with tasting a little luxury, you need to head west. Book a break that involves seeing the Grand Canyon and Las Vegas, and you will experience the best of both worlds.
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The range of possible destinations for adventure holidays is vast, but few offer as many opportunities to thrill-seeking tourists as Costa Rica. With rugged landscapes, beautiful beaches and exotic wildlife, this Central American country has lots to see and do.
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Iconic buildings, awesome canyons, monuments, animal migrations, spooky dungeons and romantic vistas are just some of the man-made and natural wonders in Lonely Planet’s 1000 Ultimate Sights.
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In Cambodia you'll find fascinating cultural attractions and beautiful scenery, but it is perhaps its reputation as an ideal place for adventure travel that will really make it stand out.
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If you're looking to take part in fantastic adventure activities while soaking up the Mediterranean sun, watersports holidays in Greece are sure to tick all the right boxes.
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When it comes to fun-filled adventure family holidays, there are few places that can match Costa Rica and Ecuador. But no matter which country you decide to visit for family activity holidays, you and your loved ones should find you'll be able to have a great-value break that you'll cherish forever.
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As the world’s largest island, Australia is not lacking when it comes to beautiful and diverse scenery. With a healthy collection of deserts, forests, rainforests, mountains, gorges, tropical reefs and beautiful beaches, there is a lot to do here.
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Paddling through ocean waves as the salty spray washes over you. Witnessing soaring birds and nearby marine mammals bask in the sunshine. There is no wonder why sea kayaking is such an adventure. And you also get some exercise at the same time!
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Imagine climbing 100s feet into the air with the sound of the jungle below, or soaring through the sky on a paraglider as rural wilds line the world below. Or how about kayaking through white water rapids or dirt biking through muddy waters?
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For a truly adrenaline pumping holiday set amid some of the most beautiful sights on earth, nothing can beat kayaking. Not only do you exercise your muscles, the feeling of invigoration after high-tailing through rapids is incomparable.
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For some people, the grind of daily life interspersed with two week holidays in the sun is not enough. Some folks need action and adventure of the highest degree: to feel the rush of the cold wind as they sky dive from above 10,000 feet for example.
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Jutting high into the sky and seen for miles around, mountains are some of the most beautiful spectacles on earth. Untouched wildernesses of snow, jungle, and rock, for years these final frontiers have inspired artists and challenged explorers.
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Calls have been made for the government to improve the safety standards used by companies which organise adventure trips abroad, including gap year activities. A coroner from Stockport wants to see the regulations improved across the board.
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