There's a wide world out there, full of great places to go diving. With so many spots to choose from, how do you decide? Location is a major factor, but you should also consider the type of diving, availability of other activities, and kinds of marine life or other underwater attractions in a given area. Here's a rundown on some of the most popular locales. read more
Vacationing in the Bahamas offers the outdoor enthusiast a plethora of activities. Nassau and Grand Bahama Island are the most popular destinations; however, Bimini, The Berry Islands, Andros, The Abacos, Eleuthera, Harbour Island, Cat Island, The Exumas, Long Island, Rum Cay, San Salvador, Actklins and Crooked Island, Mayaguana and Inagua are also tropical… read more
Cozumel is one of Mexico's most popular tourist destinations for leisure travelers and outdoors enthusiasts alike. Though most activities focus around the beach, places like the Punta Sur Ecological Park and El Cedral wildlife ranch offer guests natural escapes from the island's abundant resort culture. The San Gervasio Ruins are easy to reach from Cozumel g… read more
Utila is an 11 kilometer long Island located in the Caribbean sea, just 30 miles off the coast of mainland Honduras. Utila is surrounded by coral reefs and is quite popular with budget traveling outdoor enthusiasts, as it is known as one of the least expensive places to scuba dive in the world. Many of the hotels in Utila are either affiliated with or have o… read more
American travelers looking for a vacation often travel to Mexico for its warm climate, easy travel access, numerous resorts, destination cities and wide-ranging outdoor activities. Mexican cruises allow travelers to see several Mexican cities in one trip without the headaches of different hotels in each city. At each port of call, travelers can partake in a… read more
Cancun is well known as a party destination. But that doesn't mean that those who prefer the natural world to Girls Gone Wild need to feel left out. More than a depository for beer bottles, Cancun offers visitors many activities that c… read more
Scuba diving is a recreational adventure sport that is enjoyed around the world. It can be taken up by anyone in good health and who does not mind getting wet. While there are a variety of scuba organizations and a confusing array of d… read more
Many of the best all-inclusive resorts are situated around the Caribbean Sea. For an all-inclusive vacation that's just a short trip away consider the Bahamas, which is just 50 miles off the Florida coast. Or you could visit Jamaica wh… read more
Cuba is still a not-exactly-legal destination for Americans, but there is a lot of hope that this will change and travel to Cuba will be completely open in the future. With its sunny beaches and warm waters, Cuba is a great place for s… read more
Located just north of Australia, The Federated States of Micronesia offer many exciting opportunities for visitors to engage in outdoor activities. A tropical paradise with white sandy beaches and crystal-clear waters, these islands of… read more
Santa Catalina Island is located about 22 miles from Los Angeles off the Southern California coast. Archeologists have uncovered artifacts dating back thousands of years showing that the island has long been populated by humans. The is… read more
Honolulu's Waikiki Beach is one of the best places in Hawaii for surfing, wind surfing and snorkeling. There are also plenty of places to scuba dive. And if you're not into water activities, there are many other ways to have outdoor fu… read more
South Padre Island is a barrier island in the Gulf of Mexico, off the coast of Texas. From shipwrecks, such as Pat's Wreck, to old gas rigs such as Little Adam, the waters around this island are filled with tropical fish, dolphins and… read more
Scuba diving allows for up-close viewing of the aquatic world, and is an experience that many treasure. Scuba diving, however, requires that participants follow proper safety procedures and protocol to avoid possible injury. This proto… read more
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...
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...
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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