Emily and Adam sold up their worldly belongings to spend their time living and working on a yacht. Their courage has paid dividends and now they live a life that most of us can only dream of! We’re really excited to bring you this awesome guest post from Emily, as she shares the realities of […]
Category Archives: Adventure
Adventure, Eco Tourism, Middle East, United Arab Emirates
Diving in Fujairah: Al Boom Diving – The Best in the UAE
14
Jun
Jun
Many visitors to the United Arab Emirates are surprised to find that this Middle Eastern country is home to a number of memorable dive sites. Sure, countries like Egypt are known for their diving, but the UAE? Not so much. If you’re looking to jump in and see the UAE’s ocean life for yourself, there’s […]
Activities, Adventure, Chernobyl, Eastern Europe, Europe, Ukraine
What Is It REALLY Like to Visit Chernobyl? Inside the Exclusion Zone
02
Jun
Jun
Early on the morning of April 25th, 1986, the world experienced the worst nuclear disaster ever seen, at the Chernobyl nuclear power plant. The fourth reactor at Chernobyl reacted badly during a test and, what should have been a routine shutdown to prevent damage, resulted in absolute disaster. The resulting (and unexpected) power surge, caused […]
Adventure, Cologne, Destinations, Europe, Germany, Western Europe
Phantasialand Review: The (Unknown) Cologne Theme Park You Need to Visit ASAP!
02
Jan
Jan
Tucked away just outside of Cologne, you’ll find Phantasialand, a firm favourite amongst Germans but a relatively unknown theme park to the rest of the world. During a flying visit to the region, we couldn’t help but make the trip out to the park and see for ourselves what was on offer. The following is our […]
Activities, Adventure, New Zealand, Oceania, Rotorua
Rotorua Adventure Activities (for the Brave and Slightly-More-Cautious)
12
Oct
Oct
Rotorua is the adventure capital of the North Island of New Zealand and for good reason – there’s a whole host of fun just waiting for you! Whether you’re a massive adrenaline-seeker or are a little more cautious (maybe just looking to test your boundaries), these activities will cater to everyone in your group. Serious […]
Activities, Adventure, New Zealand, Oceania, Rotorua
The Squeeze by NZ Riverjet: Rotorua’s Best Tourist Experience?
23
Sep
Sep
The perfect balance of adrenaline, nature and pure fun, The Squeeze by New Zealand Riverjet in Rotorua seriously hits the spot! Find out why we just can’t speak highly enough of this fantastic activity. Having recently returned from an action-packed weekend in Rotorua, the North Island’s adventure capital, we came back with lots of incredible […]
14
Aug
Aug
Having recently returned from a three-day/two-night jungle caving adventure through Central Vietnam (in Phong Nha-Kẻ Bàng National Park), Nathan and I reflected on what was one of our greatest physical and mental challenges to date. Find out why we recommend taking things up a notch on your next holiday – because anyone can lay on […]
19
May
May
A small village in south-western Peru, Huacachina is home to the only natural desert oasis in all of South America. Just west of the city of Ica, this area draws tourists in for its many bars, unique outlook and of course, for a good blat on the sand dunes. What Does a Huacachina Tour Include? Heaps of […]
Adventure, Eco Tourism, Hawai'i, United States of America
Ditch the Cage – Shark Diving with One Ocean Diving, Oahu Hawaii
22
Feb
Feb
Imagine yourself, legs hovering tentatively over the surface of the water, knowing exactly what will greet you beneath the surface. A wave of excitement washing over you as your last remaining nerves begin to slowly melt away. The chill of the deep ocean splashing up against your flippered foot as you drift in slowly towards […]
Adventure, Dubai, Middle East, United Arab Emirates
Flying with Falcons: A Serene Dawn Hot Air Balloon Experience Like No Other
13
Feb
Feb
Jade and Mark recently stopped over in Dubai as they flew through to New Zealand. Top of their list? A desert hot air balloon ride with a difference; retro Land Rovers, a luxe breakfast amongst the sand dunes, a glorious Arab sunrise and hot air balloons soaring alongside the iconic falcon – need we say […]
Activities, Adventure, Baños de Agua Santa, Ecuador, South America
How to Get to the Swing at the End of the World: Baños, Ecuador
23
Dec
Dec
Unless you’ve been living under a rock, you’ve probably seen carefree travellers flinging themselves off what appears to be a swing perched precariously on the top of a mountain – feet danging right off the end of the world, so to speak. In reality, the swings are nowhere near as dangerous as they might appear. […]
Adventure, Brazil, Hiking, Rio de Janeiro, South America
Pedra da Gávea – Just How Difficult Is Rio’s Highest Hike?
26
Oct
Oct
Just how challenging is the hike to the summit of Pedra da Gávea? On a humid summers day in Rio de Janeiro, we found out firsthand. By now you’d think we were slowly adjusting to all the hiking – we’ve certainly done our fair share of challenging walks in South America. Between making it through […]
Activities, Adventure, Chile, Eco Tourism, Hiking, Patagonia
Day One of the W Trek – Rain, Wind Gusts, Sub-Zero Camping & Lots of Smiles!
14
Sep
Sep
Stretching across two countries, Patagonia is as massive as it is impressive; it’s almost overwhelmingly so, covering almost half of Chile and a third of Argentina. For an area with such vast landmass though, the lack of people is incredibly obvious and to be frank, refreshing. Though Patagonia envelops such a large area, there’s one […]
Accommodation, Activities, Adventure, Budget, Chile, Eco Tourism, Pucon, South America
Pucón – The Home of Adventure in Chile (and our new favourite hostel!)
02
Sep
Sep
Sitting under the shadow of Volcan Villarrica (one of South America’s most active volcanoes) and on the shore of one of many lakes in the area, Pucón is a relatively small town in Chile that packs a massive punch. This gorgeous spot is known as the adventure capital of Chile and offers the perfect combination […]
19
Aug
Aug
Bali is a beautiful island in the province of Indonesia. Known for its white sand beaches, bright green paddy fields and vast temples and underwater life, it ticks so many boxes for travellers. The mere mention of Bali evokes thoughts of a paradise. It’s more than a place; it’s a mood, an aspiration, a tropical state […]
Activities, Adventure, Destinations, Dubai, Middle East, United Arab Emirates
Fun & Adventure in Dubai – 9 Activities to Try
27
Jul
Jul
With its towering skyscrapers, fast cars and glitz and glam, one could be forgiven for thinking Dubai’s limited in what it offers the more adventurous travellers amongst us. In reality though, nothing could be further from the truth! Join us as we explore the best places to head in Dubai if you’re looking for a […]
Activities, Adventure, Chernobyl, Eastern Europe, Ukraine
The Chernobyl Exclusion Zone – 10 incredible photos to inspire your visit
17
Jul
Jul
On April 26th, 1986, the world came to know about a small town in Ukraine. Chernobyl. Chernobyl is no longer known as a town but as the location of the largest nuclear power plant accident in history. Late night testing-gone-wrong decimated the area, causing significant long-term health effects for residents and costing billions to ‘remedy’. Visiting the […]
Activities, Adventure, Dubai, Middle East, United Arab Emirates
Take a Break from Reality in Dubai – The Void
08
Jun
Jun
Dubai‘s known for pushing boundaries so where better to introduce a new form of hyper-reality. Combining digital and physical worlds, guests are transported into Ghostbusters: Dimension – the question is though, is it worth your time? Located on the shore of The Beach at JBR (Jumeirah Beach Residence), The Void is hard to miss – […]
Adventure, Dubai, Middle East, United Arab Emirates
Hanging on by a Thread: Reviewing Aventura – Dubai’s Nature Adventure Park
29
Apr
Apr
As summer’s oppressive heat descends upon the United Arab Emirates everyone starts heading inside, seeking refuge in air-conditioned havens… that generally means one of the Emirates’ mega-malls. Not so fast though! What if we told you that one of the best physical adventure activities in Dubai has adjusted their hours to allow adrenaline junkies to […]
Adventure, New Zealand
Anything But a Light Paddle: White Water Rafting Down the Kaituna River (and the Largest Commercially Rafted Waterfall in the World!)
22
Apr
Apr
Kiwis sort of have a track record of being a little crazy, and white water rapids seem to bring out the worst of us as seen here and here, however could I really call myself a travel blogger if I didn’t jump on every opportunity to try out as many of the activities New Zealand […]
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