The Wachau Valley, lying between the medieval towns of Melk and Krems, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It’s also the scenic centerpiece along the Danube for an emerging style of adventure travel: ship-based river cruising that combines active physical pursuits with luxurious creature comforts....
Dad’s duffel bag was permanently damaged, but it was a small price to pay to meet a superhero, in my opinion. “Now I see why they warned us!” my mother sighed. As always, mom was right: the locals who met our group of explorers had...
A new year brings new goals and new challenges—and for many of us, that means new travel plans. From exploring Cuba by kayak to sleeping in one of the most remote places on earth, these unforgettable journeys...
These legends left lasting legacies in their wake, from the first aerial film of Mt. Kilimanjaro to a fourteen-foot fiberglass kayak to the theory of evolution. Find the right expedition, and you too can venture to the territories that inspired them....
A couple of recent research studies have shown that adventure travels are best when paired with other people—friends or even strangers! ...
SeaWorld San Diego recently announced it would phase out its orca performances by 2017. Is it a real end to the shows, or a semantic change only?...
If I put myself in danger during my adventure—knowingly or through my own negligence—should you have to cover the bill for my rescue?...
Cash-strapped national and state parks must get creative in order to find new funding sources. But should they partner with corporations?...
Family travel blogger Shelly Rivoli shares her tips for planning a family kayaking trip as well as some of her favorite kayaking adventures for kids. ...
There's no better way to celebrate National Park Week in April than by visiting one of your favorite National Park Service sites. For a truly extraordinary experience, check out these 10 Adventure Collection national park tours for 2015....