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  • Travel in Edmonton, Canada

    Edmonton is Canada's "Festival City." With year-round festivals, outdoor activities and cultural centers, the area is one of Canada's favorite vacation spots. read more

  • Elk Island National Park Camping

    Elk Island National Park attracts hikers, skiers, campers and wildlife watchers. It's located in Alberta, Canada, less than 1 hour out from Edmonton. Contrary to what its name suggests, Elk Island National Park is actually located on the mainland. read more

  • Hotels Near Viking, Alberta

    Viking is a town in Alberta, Canada, and is a 90-minute drive east of Edmonton. Founded in 1909 by Scandinavia settlers, Viking is the home of several parks including Troll Park with its flowers, troll mountain and hidden trolls. Travel to Edmonton to boat or kayak on the North Saskatchewan River. Hike the 390 kilometer Waskahegan Trail or enjoy the hiking a… read more

  • RV Parks near Nisku Alberta, Canada

    Nisku, Alberta, is a small community and industrial park outside of Edmonton. Visitors to the region can enjoy hiking and wildlife observation opportunities at Elk Island National Park to the east of the city. The Hayburger Trail and Beaver Pond Trail within the park gives hikers chances at seeing elk, moose, bear and the Canadian national animal, the beaver… read more

  • Facts on West Africa

    West Africa has a long and storied history and culture, as well as incredible native wildlife such as baboons, hippos, cobras and hundreds of species of birds. Many companies offer short and extended tours of specific regions, with plenty of opportunities for outdoor adventure. read more

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  • Canoeing in California

    The sport of canoeing is increasing in popularity in California. There are many different places to canoe in California that offer a fun ride with a beautiful atmosphere. California has a huge State and National Park System that consis… read more

  • California Vacation Tips

    California's nickname is the Golden State, and opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts are definitely golden. No matter what activities you like to pursue in the great outdoors, you'll find them all in California's mountains, parks, lake… read more

  • Fun Things to Do in Southern California

    Outdoor lovers will find Southern California to be an entertaining place to visit. Offering miles of scenic coastline that include popular beaches such as Malibu, Newport, Laguna Beach and Dana Point, the southern portion of the state… read more

  • The Best Places to Kayak Fish in California Saltwater

    California saltwater kayak fishing offers anglers a welcome change from the standard fishing routine. Rather than slipping on waders by the shore, those who love to fish can kayak to destinations generally only reachable by expensive c… read more

  • Stintino, Italy, Cheap Hostels

    Stintino is in northwest Sardinia. It's a popular destination because of its picturesque white sand beaches. A fishing village, Stintino was founded in 1885---and today you can still enjoy an abundance of fresh seafood in its restauran… read more

  • Hotels in Brisbane, Australia

    Brisbane is the largest city in Queensland, Australia. While the inner city sports a large outdoor mall brimming with open-air restaurants, cafes and bars open late into the night, the outskirts provide ample opportunity for adventurin… read more

  • Costa Rica Snorkeling Tours

    Nearly 20 percent of Costa Rica's territory is comprised of National Parks or ecological reserves, including Cocos Island National Park, a United Nations World Heritage Site with its bio-diverse marine ecosystem. However, the coastal w… read more

  • Family Hotels in Cairns, Australia

    Within the lush Northern Queensland tropics of Australia, Cairns is the gateway to the Great Barrier Reef and an adventurer's paradise suitable for the entire family. Explore the breathtaking rain forest, snorkel at one of the Seven Na… read more

  • Hotels in Queensland, Australia

    Queensland, Australia, is most famous for being the main point of access to the Great Barrier Reef and the tropical Daintree Rainforest. Other major points of interest in Queensland include the cities of Brisbane and Cairns, the surfer… read more

  • Hotels for Backpackers on Magnetic Island, Australia

    Surrounded by the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park in tropical northern Queensland, Magnetic Island is a beautiful, natural oasis--with pristine beaches, unspoiled forests and an abundance of wildlife. Since over half the island is a nat… read more

  • Motels in Redcliffe, Queensland

    With 13 miles of pristine coastline and only 30 minutes from downtown Brisbane, Redcliffe is a favorite escape for city dwellers and outdoor enthusiasts. As the first European settlement in Queensland, the area has a rich cultural heri… read more

  • European Youth Hostels

    In 1912, the first European youth hostel began at Altena Castle in Germany, as a way for city children to visit the country while helping out with the upkeep of the castle. Since then, Hosteling International has grown to include hoste… read more

  • Italian Restaurants in Arlington, VA

    Arlington, Va., a historically significant city best known as the site of the Arlington National Cemetery, is also home to other monuments including the Pentagon Memorial and the Marine Corps Memorial. Visitors to the area enjoy tourin… read more

  • Hotels in Alaminos, Pangasinan

    Pangasinan is a province 250 kilometers north on the Philippines capital, Manilla. Most known (and traveled to) for the Hundred Islands National Park, this cluster of more than a hundred islands is part of the city of Alaminos on the L… read more

  • The Best Caribbean Cruise Spots

    Comprised of island and mainland ports in the eastern, western and southern Caribbean Sea, cruises from all over the world journey to the Caribbean's hot spots. Swimming, snorkeling, shopping and historical tours of cultural phenomena… read more

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    Backcountry Camping Tips

    Backcountry Camping Tips

    You've already tried car and RV camping. You've camped at commercial campsites that had a convenient restroom and water supply. Now, you want to explore the road less traveled. Backcountry camping, also known as primitive camping, is a wonderful way to explore the remote...

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    Beach Camping Near Pismo Beach, California

    Beach Camping Near Pismo Beach, California

    Pismo State Beach, California, has many attractions and activities including camping, swimming, hiking and wildlife viewing. Birdwatching is one of the primary activities in the area. The park also has the largest over-wintering colony of monarch butterflies in the natio...

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    Common Sense Hiking Tips

    Common Sense Hiking Tips

    The first and most fundamental thing is never hike alone. There are too many situations, especially as an unexperienced hiker, where you may find yourself without anyone to help you. So the buddy system works and applies very much in hiking.

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