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Mountain biking is an exceptional way to explore the outdoors. It combines the exploratory opportunities of hiking with an invigorating speed. The sport has changed a great deal over time, as improved equipment has allowed hobbyists to…
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The Galapagos Islands straddle the equator and offer a very distinctive setting filled with rare birds and giant reptiles. The mild climate and volcanic topography are great for hiking, and the surrounding ocean has some of the best di…
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Coastal redwoods grow in circular formations called stands, forming soaring cathedrals in the forest. Redwoods grow along the central and northern California coast, extending into southern Oregon. Here's information about traveling to…
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The greenest island in the Canary Islands, La Palma, Spain is known as the "isla bonita" or "beautiful island." La Palma has been declared a Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO and is highlighted by its lush vegetation, volcanic sand and steep…
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The California coastline is known for it's rugged natural beauty and sailing it is a great way to get up close to many of the most scenic areas that are otherwise inaccessible. San Diego, Los Angeles and San Francisco are the most popu…
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Tubac, Arizona is in a region of Southeastern Arizona that is great for outdoor enthusiasts and art lovers alike. Tubac, "Where History Meets Art", is a perfect destination for art lovers since it is an artists' colony, but also for ou…
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The Galapagos Islands are a stunning archipelago of volcanic islands situated nearly 600 miles west of Ecuador. Deep in the Pacific Ocean, the islands are home to a wide array of biodiversity, including species found no where else on E…
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Tucked away in Santa Cruz County is the small community of Felton, Calif. Originally settled as a logging town, Felton enjoys tourism as a driving force to its economy. The Roaring Camp Railroad is a top tourist attraction and is one o…
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You traveled to get there--the surf break of your dreams--so why stay away from it? Finding a hotel near a surf break gives you the luxury of monitoring wave conditions as they change, allowing you to grab your board and run out the do…
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Monterey, California, is a beautiful city located in the central coast region of the state, home to the famous Monterey Bay Aquarium. There are wineries and vineyards within an hour's drive of the city, and the downtown section of the…
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Guatemala's Lake Atitlan offers outdoor thrills and excitement, in a truly unique environment. One of the most spectacular activities is a trek around the lake and to the summit of Volcan San Pedro. The one- and two-day treks offer vis…
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Bolivia's largest city may not be high on the list of places to visit for people with Amazonian jungles and mountain lagoons on their minds, but Santa Cruz has a lot to offer in terms of culture, dining and nightlife. There are hundred…
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Gilroy, Calif., is near the San Francisco Bay Area and is nationally recognized for its annual Gilroy Garlic Festival. It is also near the beaches of Santa Cruz, a popular destination for surfing, sea-kayaking, fishing, scuba diving an…
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The Monterey Bay, on the central California coast, attracts marine enthusiasts and watersports aficionados. The bay stretches between Point Lobos Natural Reserve through Carmel-by-the-Sea, Monterey, Marina, and up to Santa Cruz. Surfer…
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With the popularity of mountain biking has come a flooding of the market of bikes, frames and mountain biking products. In the early 1980s, there were a handful of bicycles being sold as mountain bikes. Today, there are hundreds of dif…
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