Adventure Travel Resources
Mayan Riviera Scuba Diving: Unforgettable Underwater Adventures
Dive into Mayan Riviera's underwater treasures—coral reefs, cenotes, and marine life—while learning responsible diving practices for a thrilling adventure.
Adventure Awaits: Exploring Different Cruise Ship Job Opportunities
Looking for adventure? Consider working on a cruise ship! Let's look at different types of cruise lines, job types, and the pros and cons of life at sea.
13 Must-Visit Coral Reefs for Your Next Underwater Adventure
From the Caribbean to the Red Sea, here are some of the world's most diverse coral reef systems, home to tropical fish, turtles, dolphins, and much more!
Explore the World’s 12 Most Iconic Hiking Trails
Discover 11 of the world's most famous and stunning hiking trails, including The Inca Trail, Haute Route, West Highland Way, and more.
Snorkeling Iceland’s Silfra Fissure: Thingvellir National Park
Iceland has the purest, clearest water on earth—any adventure lover should experience just how gorgeous it is while snorkeling or diving the Silfra Fissure!
River Rafting in the Peruvian Jungle
I’m sure there’s no better way to see Peru than from a rafting tour. Or if there is, I haven’t heard of it yet—and here's why you should go!
5 Best National Parks & State Parks for Stargazing: Dark Sky Parks
A Dark Sky Park has land that is protected from development, and where people can enjoy nighttime sky-viewing. Here are 5 that we love for stargazing.
Hiking the Laugavegur Trail: Planning and Itinerary
Located in the southern Icelandic highlands, the Laugavegur Trail runs 34 miles from Landmannalaugar to Thórsmörk. Start planning your hike with this guide!
Visiting Key West? Snorkel at the Dry Tortugas National Park!
If you can swim, then you can snorkel! And the best snorkeling in North America is at Dry Tortugas National Park right near Key West.
Ultimate Guide to Volunteering Abroad: Ethical Volunteer Programs
Ready to make a difference? Our guide to volunteering abroad gives you the tools you need to choose the right program and travel ethically.
3 Weeks Exploring Scandinavia—Camping, Polar Plunge, Auroras
Carlo spent three weeks on an adventure tour of Scandinavia. Highlights include camping out, the Northern Lights, a Polar Plunge, and more!
Interview: Road Tripping around the South Island of New Zealand
A perfect destination for active travelers and explorers, a New Zealand road trip can have you kayaking, hiking, trail running and more.
Become a Tour Guide in Alaska: Tips for Seasonal Work
Heather worked as a tour director in Alaska for two summers—highlights include helicoptering, 4 wheeling, kayaking, glacier tours and more.
Top Travel Trend Predictions for 2022 (and the rest of the 2020s)
From vaccine passports to semi-retirement, and road trips to space travel, here are our predictions for travel trends through the 2020s!
12 Best TV Shows Inspiring Travel: Departures, Parts Unknown
If you have wanderlust at heart, TV shows inspiring travel are small getaways that let us see our beautiful world. Here are our favorites!
6 Best Places to Get Scuba Certification Around the World
Ready for adventure? Let's take a look at the world's best places to get scuba certification, and experience the magical waters in style!
Becoming a Digital Nomad: Anger, Pain, and Beautiful Things
Becoming a digital nomad was something I always wanted to do—and a breakup led me to make the jump. Here are some lessons I've learned.
3 Reasons Volunteering Abroad is Perfect for First-Time Solo Travelers
Volunteering abroad is a great way to explore, meet new people, and do some good. If you're a solo traveler, here's why you should try it!
Slip Slidin’ Away: Getting Stuck in Chugchilan, Ecuador
At 12,320 feet on a cloudy road in the Andes, visibility close to nothing, our bus could not get traction. How were we to get unstuck?
Switzerland’s Top Destinations for Outdoor Sports
Switzerland is loaded with opportunities for adventure, making it the perfect year-round destination for anyone looking for a fun trip!
La Ceiba, Honduras: Cloud Forests and Waterfalls
While visiting San Pedro Sula, I took a cloud forest hike in Pico Bonito National Park, La Ceiba. Here are a few photos from my journey!
Mayan Riviera Scuba Diving: Unforgettable Underwater Adventures
Dive into Mayan Riviera's underwater treasures—coral reefs, cenotes, and marine life—while learning responsible diving practices for a thrilling adventure.
Adventure Awaits: Exploring Different Cruise Ship Job Opportunities
Looking for adventure? Consider working on a cruise ship! Let's look at different types of cruise lines, job types, and the pros and cons of life at sea.
13 Must-Visit Coral Reefs for Your Next Underwater Adventure
From the Caribbean to the Red Sea, here are some of the world's most diverse coral reef systems, home to tropical fish, turtles, dolphins, and much more!
Explore the World’s 12 Most Iconic Hiking Trails
Discover 11 of the world's most famous and stunning hiking trails, including The Inca Trail, Haute Route, West Highland Way, and more.
Snorkeling Iceland’s Silfra Fissure: Thingvellir National Park
Iceland has the purest, clearest water on earth—any adventure lover should experience just how gorgeous it is while snorkeling or diving the Silfra Fissure!
River Rafting in the Peruvian Jungle
I’m sure there’s no better way to see Peru than from a rafting tour. Or if there is, I haven’t heard of it yet—and here's why you should go!
5 Best National Parks & State Parks for Stargazing: Dark Sky Parks
A Dark Sky Park has land that is protected from development, and where people can enjoy nighttime sky-viewing. Here are 5 that we love for stargazing.
Hiking the Laugavegur Trail: Planning and Itinerary
Located in the southern Icelandic highlands, the Laugavegur Trail runs 34 miles from Landmannalaugar to Thórsmörk. Start planning your hike with this guide!
Visiting Key West? Snorkel at the Dry Tortugas National Park!
If you can swim, then you can snorkel! And the best snorkeling in North America is at Dry Tortugas National Park right near Key West.
Ultimate Guide to Volunteering Abroad: Ethical Volunteer Programs
Ready to make a difference? Our guide to volunteering abroad gives you the tools you need to choose the right program and travel ethically.
3 Weeks Exploring Scandinavia—Camping, Polar Plunge, Auroras
Carlo spent three weeks on an adventure tour of Scandinavia. Highlights include camping out, the Northern Lights, a Polar Plunge, and more!
Interview: Road Tripping around the South Island of New Zealand
A perfect destination for active travelers and explorers, a New Zealand road trip can have you kayaking, hiking, trail running and more.
Become a Tour Guide in Alaska: Tips for Seasonal Work
Heather worked as a tour director in Alaska for two summers—highlights include helicoptering, 4 wheeling, kayaking, glacier tours and more.
Top Travel Trend Predictions for 2022 (and the rest of the 2020s)
From vaccine passports to semi-retirement, and road trips to space travel, here are our predictions for travel trends through the 2020s!
12 Best TV Shows Inspiring Travel: Departures, Parts Unknown
If you have wanderlust at heart, TV shows inspiring travel are small getaways that let us see our beautiful world. Here are our favorites!
6 Best Places to Get Scuba Certification Around the World
Ready for adventure? Let's take a look at the world's best places to get scuba certification, and experience the magical waters in style!
Becoming a Digital Nomad: Anger, Pain, and Beautiful Things
Becoming a digital nomad was something I always wanted to do—and a breakup led me to make the jump. Here are some lessons I've learned.
3 Reasons Volunteering Abroad is Perfect for First-Time Solo Travelers
Volunteering abroad is a great way to explore, meet new people, and do some good. If you're a solo traveler, here's why you should try it!
Slip Slidin’ Away: Getting Stuck in Chugchilan, Ecuador
At 12,320 feet on a cloudy road in the Andes, visibility close to nothing, our bus could not get traction. How were we to get unstuck?
Switzerland’s Top Destinations for Outdoor Sports
Switzerland is loaded with opportunities for adventure, making it the perfect year-round destination for anyone looking for a fun trip!
La Ceiba, Honduras: Cloud Forests and Waterfalls
While visiting San Pedro Sula, I took a cloud forest hike in Pico Bonito National Park, La Ceiba. Here are a few photos from my journey!