Adventure Travel
View Africa’s ‘big five’ on horseback
You can now get a whole new perspective on the African savannah as Ranch Rider's 2010 portfolio covers South Africa and Botswana.
Finding the right adventure holiday
Many of us will have dreamed of going on that once-in-a-lifetime adventure holiday. Whether it’s climbing Kilimanjaro, getting back to nature on an African jungle trek, visiting the ends of the earth to see the Polar Regions or helping to build a school in South America – there are now adventure holidays to suit all ages and abilities.
Queenstown rafting company gears up for summer
Queenstown rafting company Family Adventures is looking forward to a busy summer as a ‘soft adventure’ option for holidaymaking families in the region.
Walking holidays in Montenegro
Montenegro – known as the ‘Black Pearl’ of the Balkans and the second youngest country in the world (being just three years old) – has been introduced into HF Holidays’ 2010 walking programme for the first time so that its guests can experience the country before it becomes a major tourist destination.
A year of possibilities for adventurous travel
Whether looking for an active adventure holiday, a cultural journey or wildlife trip during 2010, The Adventure Company offers trips to satisfy any traveller keen to do more than just sunbathe.
Sailing Turkey’s Gulf of Gulluk
Specialist operator Journey Anatolia has introduced bareboat and crewed catamaran charters from Bitez in the Gulf of Gulluk for 2010.
Families travel back in time on Jordan adventure
Among new holidays for 2010, adventure travel operator Kumuka Worldwide opens up the sights, sounds and culture of Jordan for families with children as young as five on a ten day ‘Gladiators, Castles & Bedouins’ small group tour.
Culinary delights in Vietnam
Along with exploring new cultures, one of the great joys of travel is the discovery of new cuisine. Those unfamiliar with Vietnamese food are in for a treat, as the national cuisine is flavorful, colorful and extremely healthy.
TrekAmerica launches new ‘Xtra Adventures’
TrekAmerica is launching two of its most adrenalin-filled tours for summer 2010.
Queenstown marketing manager is flying high
Nicky Busst’s feet haven’t touched the ground since she zipped up the job of marketing and sales manager for Queenstown’s newest adventure tourism activity.
X-factor destinations to influence 2010 travel
The ABTA Travel Trends Report suggests that ‘x-factor' holidays for 2010 might include a once in a lifetime trip to South Africa's World Cup or be influenced by this year's hot films and books.
Balloon Adventures flies into Abu Dhabi
One of the world’s most experienced hot-air balloon companies has begun operations in Abu Dhabi, offering expeditions over the heart of the emirate’s pristine desert.
Family adventure holidays to Oman
Reef & Rainforest Tours has added Oman for the first time to its Family Wildlife Adventures programme, citing it as an ideal destination for families.
Get on track for 2010 with a Great Rail Journeys holiday
Great Rail Journeys, tour operator for escorted holidays by rail, reports forward bookings for 2010 holidays up 30 per cent compared to this date last year with over 20 new itineraries across its programmes.
Gap Adventures introduces lifetime deposits
Understanding that travel plans change and sometimes need to be delayed, Gap Adventures has once again listened to traveller feedback and established an innovative new level of customer service and flexibility designed to ensure that travellers who need to cancel will be able to find another time to take their next, great life-changing adventure.