Tag: kayaking
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The 7 Best Ways to Get Active in Sydney
Sydney is a thriving metropolis with all the attributes of a world-class city. Culture, culinary and a dash of chaos are part of the cosmopolitan cocktail. Thankfully, it presents a laidback parallel reality courtesy of its water-rich location. Sydney Harbor is one of the most beautiful natural harbors in the world and Sydney’s Pacific beaches…
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The Best Active Adventures in Bermuda
Bermuda is known for it’s pink-sand beaches, fabulous coastline and British-infused traditions, all just a speedy 90-minute plane ride from NYC. This Atlantic island is a playground for travelers seeking adventures with an eco-edge. The lush and lovely setting offers an impressive array of exciting outdoor activities. Get ready to explore Bermuda’s unbeatable scenery and…
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Off the Press: Canada opens the world’s longest car-free trail
Editor’s Note: This post was originally published in October 2016 before the trail was complete and revised for publication with up-to-date information on September 11th, 2017. 24,000km. That’s the length of the now fully connected Great Trail , which connects 13 Canadian provinces and territories and is the world’s longest car-free trail. The TCT is dedicated to…
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Nassau, Bahamas: A Tropical Treasure Chest Of Fun And Sun
Is there anyone out there not craving a post-holiday sun-and-sand getaway? Combat winter (at least temporarily) when you catch a quick nonstop flight to the Bahamas. Capital city Nassau is a tropical treasure chest that combines relaxation and Colonial-style charm in perfect proportion. It ranks sky-high on the walkability scale, landing it in the bull’s…
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Top Adventures in the Yucatán, Mexico
Mexico’s Yucatán Peninsula boasts a coastline of pristine beaches and a lush interior rich in natural beauty. If you’re seeking out-of-the box active adventures in the shadows of mystical Mayan ruins, start packing. Mérida, its elegant capital, offers a vibrant culinary scene and energetic street life filled with music, dance and color. Choose one of…
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The Best Things to Do in Palm Beach, Florida
Palm Beach is a sophisticated town with a robust social circuit. Home to glamorous estates and professional polo players galore, you’ll see your share of women wearing Lilly Pulitzer dresses and men rocking the sockless loafer look. But that’s just a small slice of what’s on tap in Palm Beach County. The natural side of this…
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Car-Free Normandy: A Cliffy Retreat to Etretat
Mention you’re headed on a vacation to Normandy and images of the historic D-Day invasion of the lower Normandy region come to mind, but think again. Upper Normandy, with its pristine beaches, breath-taking cliffs and verdant hills, offers the eco-conscious traveler French culture, delicious local food, and a bounty of outdoor adventures. Etretat: Your Perfect…
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The Best Things to Do in Banff Without a Car
One of the ironies of experiencing the wide-open spaces that North American National Parks offer is the lack of public transportation available to reach or explore these pristine places. Personal vehicles are a major cause of pollutants that are contributing to devastating environmental effects in our National Park system. What if an alpine wilderness of…
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Things to Do in Nova Scotia: 18-Hole Journeys and Beyond
The charms of Nova Scotia are endless and hold an understated elegance and simplicity that is the perfect remedy for a New Yorker’s urban hangover. With a flight from JFK clocking in just over two hours and the convenience of being only one time zone away to keep your jet lag in check, rest assured…