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5 Great Ways to See the Great Barrier Reef

The glorious Great Barrier Reef just begs to be explored, and there are many more ways to do so than just scuba. Why not see it from above in a seaplane or submerge yourself in a semi-sub boat? Read more

Posted by Elissa Richard on April 02, 2013 at 11:35:57 AM EDT Tagged: Australia, Scuba Diving, Snorkeling, Adventure Travel
7 Thrilling Adventures in the UAE

The United Arab Emirates may be best known for its luxury high rises and deluxe shopping malls, but look closer and you'll find tons of adrenaline-pumping adventures to be had. Read more

Posted by Megan Snedden on March 28, 2013 at 1:37:18 PM EDT Tagged: United Arab Emirates, Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Adventure Travel
Book Now: Michael Jordan Celebrity Invitational Returns to Vegas

When your friends ask what you're up to over the weekend, you can say you'll just be on the green with Michael Jordan (you just call him MJ) and a few of his most famous friends. Read more

Posted by Susan Stapleton on March 28, 2013 at 8:56:58 AM EDT Tagged: Golf, Sports, Events, Las Vegas, Celebrities
3 Ways to See the World as a Runner

Running on holiday really does kill two birds with one stone—you'll stay fit, of course, but you also have the chance to zoom past iconic sights in a unique way. Here are three ways to go. Read more

Posted by Erin Gifford on March 25, 2013 at 8:56:00 AM EDT Tagged: Outdoors, Adventure Travel
5 High-Octane Adventures in New Zealand

It should come as no surprise that New Zealand is a playground for the truly adventurous. We're not talking spirited hikes and jet-skiing here, we're talking 200-ft free falls and tandem hand-gliding. Read more

Posted by Elissa Richard on March 07, 2013 at 11:10:19 AM EST Tagged: New Zealand, Adventure Travel, Outdoors
One-Day Ski Trips From NYC

NYC has more than enough diversions, of course. But once the snow starts to fall, the best way to spend a day is on the slopes that are just a quick drive away. Read more

Posted by Bee-Shyuan Chang on February 22, 2013 at 10:54:54 AM EST Tagged: Skiing, Snowboarding, New York City, New York
Storm Watching on Canada's Wild West Coast

This is not your average beach day. This time, you're hitting the sand in inclement weather on purpose. Storm watching in Tofino, BC, is a spectacular show on a wind-swept stage. Read more

Posted by Trish Friesen on February 11, 2013 at 1:07:24 PM EST Tagged: Canada, Outdoors, Weather
Into the Outback at Uluru, Australia

Rugged and remote, the Australian Outback is not for the faint of heart. But for those willing to put in a little work, what you'll find is all reward—stunning backdrops and fantastic adventures. Read more

Posted by Elissa Richard on February 11, 2013 at 11:10:14 AM EST Tagged: Australia, Outdoors
5 Cool Things About Pinnacles, Our Newest National Park

Have you met our nation's new national park yet? Pinnacles got the honor just last month (it is California's ninth, putting the state in the lead), and offers the chance to spot a California condor. Read more

Posted by Deb Hopewell on February 07, 2013 at 5:00:00 PM EST Tagged: National Parks, California
10 Tips for Driving the Hana Highway

The Hana Highway is amazing, with waterfalls you need to swim under on one side and black sand beaches begging for leisurely stops on the other. Here are ten tips for getting the most out of the drive. Read more

Posted by Nicole Campoy on February 06, 2013 at 11:00:40 AM EST Tagged: Hawaii, Tips, Car Travel, Beaches