Travel By Design: Adventure

Adventure travel is for the thrill seekers, those who love adrenaline rush. More and more travelers now want to explore more than just the comfort of hotel rooms and city rides. Adventure travel lovers want to embrace everything from hot volcanoes to cold mountains, go trekking in the wild, see and enjoy the nature’s beauty ,rafting in mighty rivers and so on. They approach their vacations with an active and open mind and want to explore nature’s wilderness.
“What is adventure? If a lone wolf lifts his plaintive call into the moonlight near your campsite, you might call that adventure.
While you’re sweating like a horse on a climb over a 12,000 foot pass, that could be adventure. When howling head winds press your lips against your teeth, you face a mighty struggle. When your pack grows heavy on your shoulders as you climb a 14,000 foot peak, you feel the adventure.
When you suffer freezing temperatures and 20 inches of fresh powder on a hut to hut trip in the Rockies, that could be called adventure. But that’s not what makes an adventure.
It’s your willingness to conquer it, and to present yourself at the doorstep of nature. That creates the experience. No more greater joy can come from life than to live inside a moment of adventure. It is the uncommon wilderness experience that gives your life expectation.”
– Frosty Wooldridge, Golden, Colorado

A day out amongst the white lions of Johannesburg
By Davison MatangaLions and elephants are nothing fantastic. They are part of the DNA of the land and they are not page turners. There is an animal park on every road leading out of Johannesburg. Read more
Africa Adventure Preservation
Why the Westman Islands Should Top your Iceland Must-See List
By Kirsten HarringtonWe had checked off a handful of well-known sights already on our three days in Iceland: soaking in the Blue Lagoon, zipping up close to icebergs in a zodiac and hiking up to Svartifoss, an impressive waterfall tumbling over Jenga-like basalt columns. Read more
Europe Adventure Family Travel Nature & Outdoors Food & Drink
The Seven Rila Lakes – A cold and very challenging Bulgarian winter hike
By The Seven Rila Lakes – A cold and very challenging Bulgarian winter hikeIn November 2021, my best friend and I decided to visit the beautiful country of Bulgaria. We knew Bulgaria isn’t really a place for winter vacation (unless you like skiing and snowboarding), but wanted to check out a specific destination: The Seven Rila Lakes! Read more
Europe Adventure Nature & Outdoors
Bedford Peak – A hidden gem with a breathtaking 360° view
By Thomas SpäterBedford Peak can be reached via a 12 km (7 miles) roundtrip hike and is located at an elevation of 1161 meters (3800 feet), offering an outstanding 360° view over the surrounding mountain range as well as the adjacent valleys. On days with good visibility, Lake Matthews can even be … Read more Read more
United States Adventure Nature & Outdoors
What Happens When You Revisit a Favorite Childhood Vacation
By Cara SieraWhen I was a kid, one family trip inspired my imagination like no other ever had. Recently, I went back to the U.S. Space & Rocket Center in Huntsville, Alabama, hoping to experience some of that childhood excitement once again. What I found was a museum in disrepair – but … Read more Read more
United States Adventure Family Travel
Slow Tourism in Morocco: My 5-Day Trek up Mount Toubkal
By Sara PerilloStanding at 4167 metres, Mount Toubkal is the tallest peak in Northern Africa. As prominent as it is (the highest mountain for over 2000 kilometres), Toubkal is a popular, relatively safe and non-technical destination for hikers. In fact, Toubkal National Park attracts roughly 40 000 tourists per year! Read more
Africa Adventure Experiences
Hiking to Bonita Falls – A perfect Californian daytrip within the San Bernardino National Forest
By Thomas SpäterHiking to a waterfall is likely not the first thing that comes to the mind when people are visiting Southern California. Overwhelmed by all the well-known and frequently recommended must-dos, it is easy to miss the smaller and less famous opportunities, especially when it comes to spending time in nature. Read more
United States Adventure Nature & Outdoors
Adventure begins at the end of your comfort zone
By Kellie PaxianI never expected to become the adventurous traveler I am today. My comfort zone has done a complete 180 over recent years, and I have the unbeaten path to thank for it. Read more
The World Adventure Insights
Underestimating the Climb of Namibia’s “Big Daddy Dune”
By Thomas SpäterAt the end of my second week of traveling through Namibia during the pandemic, I reached the most-anticipated stop of my journey within the Namib-Naukluft National Park: Deadvlei, a white clay pan that represents an inevitable stop for nature lovers and photographers. I will never forget the second I stepped … Read more Read more
Africa Adventure Landscape
Ri Kynjai — The Abode of Clouds in Misty Meghalaya
By Bandita MukherjeeBlessed with rich biodiversity and dramatic terrains, this North-Eastern state of India with Assam to its north and Bangladesh to its south is a paradise for nature lovers. The matrilineal state has decked herself up wonderfully for adventure seekers and laid back travelers across the globe. Read more
India Adventure Architecture
An Adventurous Backpacking Route Through Southeast Asia
By Tonya FitzpatrickThe Southeast Asian region, particularly Thailand, Vietnam, Cambodia, and Laos has become increasingly popular among adventure backpackers. Travelers visiting the region, however, are frequently faced with a dilemma: which path to take. Read more
Asia Adventure Backpacking & Camping
Exploring the Depths of Hawaii’s Volcanoes National Park
By Michael FilLush rainforest and land transformed for millions of years by volcanic activity, all spread across 520 square miles of protected space. Welcome to Hawaii’s Volcanoes National Park! Read more
United States Adventure History Social Responsibility
The Falkland Island | A Birdwatcher’s Paradise
By Tonya FitzpatrickSo let’s discover why the Falkland Islands are an excellent place to visit and how you can have a unique birdwatching experience. Read more
Central and South America United Kingdom Adventure Experiences
The Impact of Mankind on the Galapagos Islands
By Jennifer ZolloWhen people think of the Galapagos Islands, their minds are immediately filled with the enchanting voice of David Attenborough and vibrant images of tropical landscapes bursting with life. Read more
Central and South America Adventure Conservation
Vancouver Island’s Juan de Fuca trail: A beginner hiker’s story
By Sara PerilloIt was a hot summer day when a friend of mine and I pulled into the parking lot of Sombrio Beach, on the west coast of Vancouver Island in British Columbia. We planned to be there for the day and set up a shady spot on the sand to enjoy … Read more Read more
Canada Adventure Experiences Nature & Outdoors