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Whale watching is among the most popular nature vacations worldwide. Discover the top five regions to observe different species in different seasons.
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Celebrating the 200th anniversary of the rediscovery of Petra, Jordan, a veteran adventure travel specialist has created an inspiring trekking and jeep safari tour which deeply explores the deserts lands, canyons and archaeological sites of the region as well as Bedouin culture. Check out several departures in 2012.
A 
global hotel chain that promotes healthy traveling walks the walk with free bicycles and gear, dogs as walking companions, wilderness hikes, organic gardening and lifestyle cuisine for many dietary conditions.
Five of St. Augustine, Florida's historic b&b inns are offering complimentary treats from May to December 20, in recognition of the city's 447th birthday, making this fine destination the oldest city in America.
Here is a new travel club to investigate for the adventurer who loves walking in the footsteps of ancient civilizations, where itineraries are flexible, time to enjoy is plentiful, and participants have lots of input.
Mexico's Baja California Peninsula has endless opportunities to engage with nature, discover distinctive cultural experiences, and pursue active vacationing. Recently updated and dramatically expanded, a one-stop Baja travel information website now offers booking of every aspect of a Baja vacation too.
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When two Americans from New York decided to get married in Bhutan, they had no idea what an adventure they would have, from the traditional Bhutanese dress of the bride and groom to the warm embrace of local country folk and their fellow tour participants in a truly memorable day. Read their story!
For nature lovers the world over, whale watching is often high on their bucket list of vacation goals. The good news is that different species congregate in different waters of the planet in different months of the year, making it easy to view and learn about these amazing mammals. See our recommended whale spotting regions and what species you will likely meet at each one.
Canada's national capital is a year round travel delight with many world-class festivals and museums, cultural events and a great natural setting that makes visitors want to get out and enjoy each season. There need be no such thing as a boring meal in this mid-size city, and historic accommodations offer intriguing stories.
Combine your interest in organic farming or gardening with low budget travel opportunities by volunteering at properties across the United States of America in exchange for room and board. Our author, Brian Bender, shares his insights and offers tips based on one year of countrywide experiences on 12 farms.
Take a drive with Julie Ferguson through a region of Provence that captivated two great artists, Paul Cézanne and Pablo Picasso. The author planned a self-drive route that offers our readers an insightful glimpse of what these artists experienced and why this small part of France became a part of their artistic inspiration.
Join Richard Blackburn on a self-guided narrow boat exploration of the Trent & Mersey Canal in the North Midlands of England. Britain's network of historic canals is an adventurous treat for senior vacationers like Richard and his wife, Jan, who navigated their 45-foot-long, 7-foot-wide narrow boat through some incredibly tight spaces, many locks and beautiful English countryside.
Coming in July/August: Discover the joys of exploring Europe on five wrong turns a day, and learn about Malaysia's homestay program for international visitors.
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The 21st century is offering many creative ways to share stimulating vacations between the generations, be they adult with adult or adult with children and grandchildren. Our new Family Travel Theme Page offers plenty of ideas worldwide for how to make memories between family members of every age.
As people increasingly recognize the need for physical wellness, emotional strengthening, and spiritual depth for healthy living, Wellness, Spiritual and Pilgrimage vacations are often becoming a quest for meaningful life direction. Plenty of food for thought and inspiration in our collection of feature articles!
The Bird, Marine Mammal and Wildlife feature articles present a dazzling showcase of Nature's rarest and most curious as well as lots of educational facts and suggestions for unusual, often remote nature holidays. The photography in these articles is worth a visit in itself!
The European Travel theme page opens windows on a varied menu and style of explorations in Ireland, France, Scotland, Germany, Belgium, Austria and England. Our authors share their travel stories going by barge, camper van, on foot, in a wheel chair, even entering a classroom or two.
The Asia and India Travel theme page spotlights our feature articles with cultural, natural and educational vacation opportunities in China, Vietnam, Hong Kong and India. Enjoy the color, the cuisine, the diversity, volunteer possibilities, and the active adventures sure to appeal to older travelers.
The Mediterranean Travel theme page offers articles that immerse readers in the history, cultural richness, cuisine, senior-friendly active adventures and rich contemporary cultures bathed in that magic Mediterranean light that characterizes Italy, Greece and the Greek Islands, France, Spain, Slovenia, Croatia and Turkey.
The Cruises and Train Travel theme page showcases unusual, small-scale, vacation explorations in Mexico's Copper Canyon, Southeast Asia, India, throughout Europe, Canada's Rocky Mountains, and Alaska with the uncommon perspectives of small ships, sailing ships, freighters, trains, river and barge journeys.
Except for a few iconic destinations, Latin American countries south of Mexico are unfamiliar to most travelers. That's too bad! Our collection of feature articles takes readers behind the scenes, onto the byways and into the essential grassroots of countries from Cuba and Nicaragua to the Peruvian Amazon and Patagonia.
This theme page showcases our feature article collection on challenging, meaningful vacation opportunities across the vast South Pacific region, from Hawaii, New Zealand and Australia to French Polynesia and Rarotonga in the Cook Islands. Hop on a plane, a freighter, a ferry or a bicycle .... and be there!
In response to our readers' persistant interest in planning their travel interests around reliable, creative volunteer opportunities, we are pleased to showcase an ever-widening range of destinations and volunteer ideas around the world. This collection of personal stories and objective reports will inspire and motivate you!
Definitely our most visited Theme Page any month of the year, the Alternative Hawaii collection takes readers way beyond Waikiki to explore the finest treasures and pleasures of six islands. Nature, active adventures suitable for seniors, unique places to stay on each island, and wellness vacations with a Hawaiian flavor!
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