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If you've never been to India, go with a company that knows the ropes, even in a well-traveled state like Kerala. Here's how to do it right.
That's what they call the southern Indian state of Kerala, a laid-back tropical paradise where you can paddle hidden backwaters, trek the rugged Western Ghats, look for tigers, indulge in Ayurvedic treatments, and chill out on unspoiled beaches. Just leave your manic Western self behind.
Yow: Icelandic for Yes is a surf and fly fishing film shot in Iceland. “Yow” isn’t just a word, it’s a feeling 鈥 it’s smiling with a pull of whiskey after a long day in the rain, it’s believing in the unknown. From rendezvousing with 16th generation…
Portions of the country remain off-limits, but the risks of visiting many of the most popular adventure destinations have been overstated. You just need to know where to stay.
Looking for some of adventure on your Caribbean escape? Down for going off the beaten path? Check out these often-overlooked islands that are more than the sum of their white sandy beaches.
Who needs an apr猫s ski scene when there's one happening right on the slope?
Most Travelers aren't directly affected by the resumption of U.S.-Cuba diplomatic relations.
Travel website Hopper has got snagging airfare deals down to a science.
Photographer Ben Moon takes us on his journey to the desert to climb some splitters in Indian Creek, using the all-new Lytro ILLUM camera鈥攄esigned to capture fuller, deeper, and more stunning images than ever before.
The Black Fly Collective presents, Iceland: Up From Below, a visual story of three friends exploring the wilds of Iceland together. Follow them on a journey through the beautiful and varied landscapes of the remote Atlantic island.聽聽…
Unleash your inner Norse god while driving one of these scenic winter routes.
The latest film from More Than Just Parks, this video is the culmination of two weeks spent exploring the Great Smoky Mountains National Park during peak fall color. The park is known for an extraordinary display of fall colors, incredibly diverse wildlife and for…
A new visa policy makes it much easier for Americans to travel to India. But it鈥檚 a big country. Where should you go?
Stronger dollar? Check. Weaker euro? Check. Time to go see the world again!
Ever since Swiss photographer Bruno Augsburger discovered the Canadian Yukon Territory in 2000, he's made it his goal to spend as much time there as possible. Augsburger will spend weeks alone in the wilderness, relying on bushcraft skills to survive.
Snagging a trip to Antarctica has never been so simple. Still, it's one of the trickiest places in the world to visit. Here are the five ways to get there.
Complaints abound, but number one may surprise you.
A group of friends built the houseboat we never knew we needed. Even better: It's available for rent.
Want to skin the frontcountry? Try these six spots.
No two ski resorts are alike. But which one is right for you? We break down more than 30 of North America's best to find the perfect fit.
Pack up the surfboards and the mountain bikes but don鈥檛 get too lost in adventure, there鈥檚 plenty to eat and drink as well.
Is there such a thing as the greatest vista on earth? The Japanese think so, and they've got the breathtaking Three Scenic Views, a trio of iconic landscapes that stand above the rest. One writer takes them all in on a breakneck tour.
With fares skyrocketing, you need to stop following the old rules of travel to book an affordable ticket.
From cliff jumping in the Northeast to watching an orchestra of lightning strikes in the desert. 国产吃瓜黑料 Magazine and The North Face have put together a list of the 50 places that you have to #SeeForYourself.
For your European tour, ski Val Thorens and sleep at Altapura
Venturing into unfamiliar mountains to find amazing trails chiseled into the landscape and pushing your limits are core expriences that define being a mountain biker. Jared Graves, the reigning Enduro World Series Champion, and the Yeti Cycles team travel deep into the Kootenay region of British Columbia…
We'd known about the storm for days, so how come hundreds of trekkers were caught off guard?
Sure, we've all dreamed about leaving work behind and retreating to a simple mountain getaway. But these lucky souls have made the dream a reality. We asked our Instagram followers to submit photos of their favorite wild hideouts using #国产吃瓜黑料Cabins. Here are 25 standouts.
Hunker down in a fully outfitted private cottage and brace yourself for stunning views of the country's wild majesty.
Photographer Ben Moon takes us on his journey through Norway, using the all-new Lytro Illum camera鈥攄esigned to capture fuller, deeper, and more stunning images than ever before. Relive his adventure through the Nordic countryside with four artists and VW camper.
Five mountain towns where the skiing and riding are matched by equally entertaining off-the-slopes escapades.
Looking for the funnest terrain in North America? Go here.
When a craft-beer brewery starts making hand-made mountain bikes and putting them on a kickass North Carolina ranch, happiness is only a singletrack ride away.
Mountains, water, and Incan myths collide in this Peruvian playground.
We see plenty of incredible travel photos every day—it's hard to pick only a handful to highlight as exceptional. However, these images published over the course of September really stood out.
Red Bull Dreamline, the world-class BMX competition, is making its East Coast premiere October 10-11, just outside of Asheville, NC. Given six weeks and the freedom to develop concept into course, builder Adam Aloise transformed a barren patch of land into a next-level dirt playground: 10 dirt…
Come for the solitude on the island's unpeopled parts and check out the dedicated ex-pat community if you decide you never want to leave.
From nearby to far-flung and exotic, we've got seven islands to cure your winter wanderlust. Turns out one of the most spectacular is right around the corner.
This Italian lodge boasts modern design without sacrificing retro mountain fun.
Think you know a deserving lodge, guide, or service? Show us your best.
America's best kept surfing secret? Missoula, Montana. Not your first guess, we know, but photographer Paolo Marchesi stumbled upon a band of dedicated wave junkies in the heart of the West. Strongwater Surf Shop doesn't have beachfront access, but the store and it's loyal followers will do anything for a few good turns. Marchesi caught up with the crew this summer for an unexpected day of endless rides on the Lochsa River.
Unwind to the sound of the Snoqualmie Falls, just a half-hour drive from Seattle.
Jack Kerouac spent the summer of 1956 manning a fire tower on Washington's Desolation Peak, in the northern Cascades. He didn't do much writing there, apparently, despite being alone with pencil and paper. But he stayed for 63 days. The views were good.
Modern with a rustic edge, Rooms Hotel Kazbegi is an adventure oasis in a country better known for chaos.
Syria is an enthusiastic state sponsor of terrorism and a fiendish fan of torture and oppression. But have you tried the stuffed grape leaves? Patrick Symmes invades before the coalition of the willing can.
The latest in coffee-table inspiration comes from the newly released "Hide and Seek." The book is a compilation of unique, well-designed, escape-from-reality cabins we lust over. These structures aren't lavish: Instead, they're dedicated to simplicity and the surrounding environment. Grab a copy and, we promise you, you'll start to drool.
Greenland is about as rough and remote as it gets. When Red Bull sent a trial biker, they knew the chances of coming home with some amazing footage聽were pretty high. Turns out, they were right. 聽…
Summer may be over, but it's just getting started somewhere else. These photos will get you ready to hit the road.
Those Big Sur views were big money to begin with, but they're even richer paired with amenities like these.
Climate change is opening up more than ice fields鈥攊t's stoking a new tourism economy.
Tearing yourself away from this villa for an adventure will be hard, but so worth it.
Snow or no snow, a weekend at Colorado's Keystone Resort is a panacea for your off-season skiing woes.
Despite the republic's best efforts to modernize, its legacy of trade and cultural expansion still lingers three centuries later
An epic, 10,000-mile road trip across America to find the best place to live in the country.
Treehouse meets spa in one of Portugal's lush, mountainous nature parks.
Take in the views of Monte Fitz Roy after taking on the challenges of Patagonia.
Three pilots travel high above the Highlands of Scotland in this short film from Ahstudio Filmmakers. Far from the safety of flat lands and predictable landscapes, they provide a unique perspective on an ancient and beautiful land.聽…
The finalists in our Best Town Ever competition have a lot in common: Thriving food scenes, walkable neighborhoods, and, of course, incredible access to trails, rivers, mountains, and lakes. But no place brings it all together like our winner.
What makes a Best Town Ever? Access to adventure, healthy eating options, bike lanes, and green spaces. And these places have it all.
On the 100th anniversary of Ernest Shackleton's legendary expedition, a writer retraces the explorer's steps to one of the cruelest, most gorgeous wildernesses on earth.
