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A Spring Getaway Awaits in Armenia: The New Hotspot for Adventure Travel

May 10, 2025 by DaveLeave a Comment

For travelers seeking a unique and exhilarating getaway, Armenia is emerging as a must-visit destination. From breathtaking panoramas atop rugged mountains and scenic hiking trails to exhilarating, adrenaline-rushing activities like off-road excursions, paragliding, rock climbing, skiing, rafting, jeep tours and more, Armenia offers an unparalleled range of experiences for those seeking an adventure holiday amid beautiful natural surroundings. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: Adventure Travel, Culinary travel, Culture, Germany, Hiking, History, Journey, Markets, Mountain Climbing, National Park, Rock climbing, Ski Trip, Spa, Trekking, Village, Wildlife

Armenia Named Destination of the Year for Adventure Tourism at PATWA International Travel Awards

April 20, 2025 by DaveLeave a Comment

April 2025 – Armenia has been named Destination of the Year for Adventure Tourism at the PATWA International Travel Awards 2025, held at ITB Berlin on 5 March 2025, one of the world's leading travel trade shows. This prestigious award highlights Armenia's growing reputation as a top global destination for adventure seekers. From its rugged mountains and scenic hiking trails to exhilarating outdoor activities like rock climbing, paragliding, … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: Adventure Travel, Cruising, Culture, Germany, Hiking, History, Rock climbing, Sports, Technology, Travel Technology, Wildlife

Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park – March 2025

March 1, 2025 by Dave1 Comment

This under the radar National Park is highly worth visiting. Visitors can access the park and its rim drives and hiking trails from either the north rim or the south rim. The canyon features some of the steepest walls we have ever seen - it is not the deepest canyon we have visited (that would be Colca Canyon in Peru) but for sheer wow factor, this one is hard to beat. Located in the western part of the state, to access the north rim, one drives … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Highlight of the Month · Tagged: Bridges, Canyon, Fishing, Hiking, Mountain Climbing, National Park, Peru, Rock climbing

Exploring Kenya’s Wild Terrain: A Handbook for Outdoor Enthusiasts

March 6, 2024 by Andrea StieltjesLeave a Comment

Kenya, renowned for its stunning landscapes and rich biodiversity, offers an array of thrilling outdoor activities for adventurers seeking to immerse themselves in nature's embrace. Before you embark on your journey, it's essential to ensure you have all the necessary travel documents, including the Kenya evisa, which allows for seamless entry into the country. Once equipped with your documents, a world of outdoor adventures awaits in Kenya's … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mini Post · Tagged: Africa, Africa Safari, Culture, Hiking, Hot Air Balloon, Journey, Kenya, Mt Kilimanjaro, National Park, Rock climbing, Ski Trip, Trekking, Wildlife

Catalina Express and Island Hotel Partners Offer ‘Best of Winter’ Mid-Week Packages and Discounts in Avalon Through March15, 2024

January 29, 2024 by DaveLeave a Comment

SAN PEDRO, Calif. (January, 2024) – Catalina Island has been named on "best of" lists from small towns, romantic and weekend getaways, scenic ferry rides, islands to visit, to wildlife experiences, trips that don't require a passport, scuba diving, and outdoor adventure. It's as famous for its Mediterranean vibe, outdoor activities and open spaces, as for its island-made products, great dining and boutique hotels. Catalina Express and more … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: Airline, Animal Rescue, Beach, California, Culture, Drinking, Fishing, Garden, Golf, Hiking, Mediterranean, Paradise, Passport, River Rafting, Rock climbing, Romantic, Santa Catalina, Scuba Diving, Shopping Mall, Spa

Definitive Guide To Angels Landing Trail (in 2023)

September 7, 2023 by LostBetweenOceans1 Comment

Zion National Park

Welcome to the Angels Landing Trail. In this blog post, we'll cover EVERYTHING you need to know to hike the Angel Landing trail. This includes the directions, a downloadable map of the trail, statistics of the hike, and so much more! Location of the Angels Landing Trail First thing you NEED TO KNOW Angels Landing Trail is located in Zion National Park Utah, USA. You can DOWNLOAD THE MAP of the trail via AllTrails so you can … [Read more...]

Filed Under: North America · Tagged: America, Bus Travel, Canyon, Culinary travel, Fashion, Food and Wine, Hiking, Journey, Mountain Climbing, National Park, Photography, Restaurants, Rock climbing, Saloon, Seafood, Utah

Why Vegas remains the Top Travel Destination

March 16, 2023 by Sarah WilliamsonLeave a Comment

One look at the dazzling lights and the hive of activity that is modern day Las Vegas and you’d scarcely believe that just 200 years ago not a single non-native American had settled on the land. A group of traders led by Antonio Armijo were the first to visit the area in 1829 and named it Las Vegas which means “The Meadows" in Spanish. It wasn’t until 1905 that Las Vegas would be officially founded as a railroad town, and its size would grow … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mini Post · Tagged: Canals, Canyon, Casino, Culture, Desert, Drinking, Golf, Grand Canyon, Helicopter, Hiking, History, Music, Resort, Restaurants, Rock climbing, Shopping Mall, Spa, Spain, Venice, Wildlife

Cornucopia, Whistler’s favourite fall festival returns this November

October 10, 2022 by DaveLeave a Comment

Whistler, B.C. – Cornucopia, Whistler's annual celebration of food and drink, returns for its 26th year this November 2022. Blending Signature Events with fresh experiences, this year's festival will immerse attendees in Whistler's thriving culinary scene. With 11-days of robust back to back programming from November 10-20, and new events and experiences November 4-6 and 25-27, there will be more opportunities than ever to open your … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: America, Bicycle, British Columbia, Canada, Drinking, England, Festival, Food and Wine, Golf, Hiking, North America, Resort, Restaurants, Rock climbing, Shopping Mall, Ski Trip, Vancouver, Wine Tasting

The 7 Best Rock Climbing Destinations In Thailand To Escape The City Travel

March 25, 2022 by Lydia YangLeave a Comment

If you're looking for an adventurous break from city travel, Thailand awaits you for an ultimate rock climbing holiday. It is a land of diverse scenery, encompassing laid-back beachside cliffs and vertical-adventure-friendly terrain. Thanks to a dedicated community, the country has become a focal point of outdoor fun. Here are some of the best places to go rock climbing in Thailand. Chiang Mai Chiang Mai is a historical city situated in the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Asia · Tagged: Animal Rescue, Asia, Bangkok Thailand, Beach, Caves, Culture, Food and Wine, History, National Park, Paradise, Rock climbing, Sand, Scuba Diving, Sports, Street Food, Thailand, Urban Travel, Walking tour

CATALINA EXPRESS AND HOTEL PARTNERS OFFER ‘BEST OF WINTER’ MID-WEEK PACKAGES AND DISCOUNTS IN AVALON THROUGH MARCH 25, 2022

December 17, 2021 by DaveLeave a Comment

Packages Include Round-Trip Boat Transportation and Savings Up to 50 Percent; Island Activities Provide Even More Reasons to Visit SAN PEDRO, Calif. (December 16, 2021) – Catalina Island has been a welcome respite as travelers seek a getaway with outdoor activities and open spaces. This trend continues beyond summer with more room to roam, cooler weather to incredible savings. Now through March 25, 2022, Catalina Express and hotel partners … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: Airline, Animal Rescue, Architecture, Beach, California, Casino, Christmas, Coffee, Culinary travel, Culture, Drinking, Festival, Fishing, Garden, Golf, Hiking, Mediterranean, Restaurants, River Rafting, Rock climbing

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