Adventure Travel Archives - A Luxury Travel Blog : A Luxury Travel Blog

The best travel destinations for outdoor enthusiasts

By Efrat Sagi-Ofir on Nov 03, 2022 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Argentina, Asia, Central America, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Europe, Iceland, Indonesia, New Zealand, North America, Oceania, Regions, South Africa, South America, Speciality Travel, Switzerland, USA, Western Europe

If you love being outdoors among nature, you probably also prefer vacations that allow you to explore and take in all the natural beauty that the destination has to offer.

7 of the best adventure destinations in the US

By Andrew Morten on Nov 02, 2022 in Adventure Travel, North America, Regions, Speciality Travel, USA

With its diverse landscape, long and mighty rivers, magnificent peaks and stretches of outstanding coastline, the United States offers endless opportunities for adventure.

Whale watching from a luxury yacht off Reykjavik, Iceland

By Paul Johnson on Oct 16, 2022 in Adventure Travel, Attractions, Cruises & Boat Travel, Europe, Family Travel, Going Out, Iceland, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, Western Europe

The cold waters off Iceland's coast support a variety of marine life and provide the perfect opportunity for whale watching, particularly during the period from April to September.

Top 5 adventure sports in India

By Jay Kajaria on Oct 15, 2022 in Adventure Travel, Asia, India, Regions, Speciality Travel

Whether you are looking for rip-roaring adventures like bungee jumping, river rafting or something a little more relaxing like hot air balloon rides and trekking, you’ll find every kind of adventure activity to enjoy in India.

The timeless glamour of an African safari

By Calvin Cottar on Oct 13, 2022 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Kenya, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel

Glamour and safari. Two words often used in conjunction with each other, however the combined meaning may be slightly different to what you might think.

Snowmobiling in Iceland - a snowmobile adventure on Mýrdalsjökull glacier

By Paul Johnson on Oct 09, 2022 in Adventure Travel, Attractions, Europe, Family Travel, Going Out, Iceland, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, Western Europe

One of the highlights of our trip to Iceland was a snowmobile adventure on Mýrdalsjökull Glacier with Icelandic Mountain Guides.

What to expect from a Katla ice cave tour in Southern Iceland

By Paul Johnson on Oct 07, 2022 in Adventure Travel, Attractions, Europe, Going Out, Iceland, Regions, Speciality Travel, Western Europe

Underneath the glacier is a volcano called Katla, one of the scariest volcanoes in Europe. It is active (though not erupting right now).

White water rafting in Iceland's Golden Circle

By Paul Johnson on Oct 04, 2022 in Adventure Travel, Attractions, Cruises & Boat Travel, Europe, Family Travel, Going Out, Iceland, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, Western Europe

Have you ever wanted to experience the thrill and beauty of river rafting in the heart of Iceland's Golden Circle? Since 1985 Arctic Rafting have been doing exactly that.

Snorkelling between tectonic plates at Silfra in Iceland's Thingvellir National Park

By Paul Johnson on Oct 01, 2022 in Adventure Travel, Attractions, Europe, Family Travel, Going Out, Iceland, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, Western Europe

Iceland lies along the mid-Atlantic Ridge and exists because of the divergence of two tectonic plates - the North American plate and the Eurasian plate - and a great place to see this first hand is at Silfra.

Exploring Iceland's Fagradalsfjall volcano site

By Paul Johnson on Sep 25, 2022 in Adventure Travel, Attractions, Europe, Family Travel, Going Out, Iceland, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, Western Europe

Instead of driving straight to our hotel after collecting our bags at the airport, we instead headed for Grindavik so that we could explore the Fagradalsfjall volcano site.

Where is the best place for a safari - East or Southern Africa?

By Calvin Cottar on Aug 21, 2022 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Botswana, Burundi, Kenya, Leisure Travel, Mozambique, Namibia, Regions, Rwanda, South Africa, Speciality Travel, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia, Zimbabwe

The two main safari regions are East Africa and Southern Africa, and each holds its own unique natural and cultural treasures.

15 adrenaline-pumping extreme sports vacations in Ecuador

By Alfonso Tandazo on Jun 25, 2022 in Adventure Travel, Ecuador, Leisure Travel, Regions, South America, Speciality Travel

Thrill-seekers love Ecuador – and who can blame them? With its active volcanoes, dense jungles, and the famed Galapagos Islands, you’re never short of breathtaking activities here.

Gorilla trekking in Uganda: The ultimate luxury experience

By Paul Johnson on Jun 05, 2022 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Featured, Regions, Speciality Travel, Uganda

The ultimate luxury experience in Uganda is seeing the endangered mountain gorillas in the remote Virunga Mountains or the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park.

Why a safari is one of the best family holidays abroad

By Calvin Cottar on May 21, 2022 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Family Travel, Kenya, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel

Going on a safari in Kenya with your children has to be one of the most unforgettable trips - and dare we say it, one of the best family holidays abroad - you’ll ever have together.

Safari and service - the perfect combination for families

By Christopher Hill on Apr 04, 2022 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Botswana, Family Travel, Kenya, Namibia, Regions, Rwanda, South Africa, Speciality Travel, Tanzania, Zambia

Unless you are focused on seeing the likes of tigers, pumas, jaguars, bears, or wolves, Africa is by far the best region for wildlife safaris.

When is the best time to visit Kenya on safari

By Calvin Cottar on Feb 27, 2022 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Kenya, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel

Kenya is a country, well-known – and well-loved for many too – for its exceptional biodiversity and natural beauty, game viewing (including the Big 5), and friendly people, with top hospitality standards. It is for these reasons, along with others, that it is listed time and again by industry leaders like Conde Nast, CNN and

Category: Adventure Travel