With Adventure Travel and the 'Headwaters' range of walking and cycling holidays you can experience France, Italy, Spain and the Eastern Mediterranean from a different perspective. Walking, cycling, or even canoeing your way around a European country is the way to go if you're in the mood for a fresh adventure and Headwaters make it happen with out of this world experiences and of course a gastronomic regional feast with fine local wines every evening. Trip itineraries range from 6 to 10 nights in duration, easy to moderate grade, and prices start from just NZD$1818 per person, twin share on the independent Abbeys & Vineyards Cycling holiday starting out from Auxerre in Burgundy, France. To order a copy of the Headwaters Europe walking and cycling holidays brochure or to book, call your local Adventure Travel store on 0800 269 000 or visit www. read more

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nepal mountaineering: When extreme travelers think of mountaineering expeditions, they usually think of Nepal. Nepal is not only one of the world's more serene and lovely countries, but it's also home to some of the world's most challenging and lofty mountain peaks, including the famous Mt. Everest. And if you're willing to take up the physical and mental challenge of climbing some of the tallest mountains in the world–including a full eight of the highest ten peaks on Earth–a mountaineering trip to Nepal is definitely for you. Mountaineering in Nepal is no task for the faint of heart or the inexperienced. At high altitudes, the weather gets extremely cold, and all of your hiking, camping, and climbing skills will be put to the test when making your ascent. So it's vital to bring the best equipment you can get along, and there's no shame in devoting part of your travel budget to hiring the services of a trained guide. A guide can help you to avoid common dangers among the peaks, give you advice on which peaks to attempt first, and shoulder a portion of the gear and food you'll need in order to make your climb a success. You'll also want to be sure to secure any vehicles you'll need, a more than adequate supply of food and warm clothing, and a very good hotel reservation for your return: even the hardiest adventure traveler is just not going to be content with a night in a tent after coming down from the nearly 6,000-foot summit of Mt. Ramdung. If you're interested in a mountaineering trip to Nepal–probably the climax of any serious adventure traveler's life–then make sure to do it right. Don't skimp on any of your provisions or other necessary fees, and consider going with a package tour company in order to simplify your airline booking, hotel reservation, outfitting, and guide services. You can do all of these things yourself, of course, but the amount of planning that goes into a truly epic mountaineering trip is such that you're often better off letting a professional handle it–with the peak before you, you likely have enough on your mind.
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For campers with more extensive needs, more extensive tents are available. At any major sporting goods store or online outdoor supplies retailer, you can find multiple-room tents, extra-stable and extra-large tents, or other speciality tents designed to minimize the negative effects of being in the outdoors. As these tents also tend to distance their occupants from the positive aspects of being in the outdoors, they're certainly not for everyone, but large families or other large camping groups may find one a worthwhile investment. If this describes you, expect to pay anywhere from one to three hundred dollars for a luxury tent–not necessarily a bad deal, if the cost is split among enough people or if the tent sees enough use to justify the price tag. If budget is a major issue, there's always the option of renting a tent. For student travelers, renting your tent may be the best option overall: many students get a discount on sports equipment rentals from their school, and the quality of the equipment is usually quite good. If you're not a student, or if you just want to rent your camping equipment from a third party, you'll want to inspect your equipment carefully before renting in order to avoid becoming the beneficiary of some previous renter's negligence. And you'll want to be careful to keep the equipment you rent in good condition, as well: if the company or agency you rent from requires a deposit, you'll obviously want to get that back, and you likely don't want to rack up bad karma as an irresponsible, inconsiderate traveler either. Don't make someone else pay for your outdoor crimes: clean and inspect your tent thoroughly prior to turning it in. It's always important to set up a tent (or watch one being set up) before committing to a purchase, since you don't want to think in exclusively budgetary terms and be plagued by a major design flaw (improper wind exposure, faulty zipper design, imperfect waterproofing) when you're on the trail and it really counts. It's also important to invest in adequate stakes: too often, cheap tents come with cheap metal spikes that can't stand up to heavy winds and weather, which is exactly when you depend on your tent the most. If you can find better-quality stakes available for the right price, don't hesitate to take advantage. You'll ensure that your tent can stand up to difficulties, and you'll assure yourself of a much easier time in the field. And it bears mentioning here: be sure that you know how to set up your tent before you start your trip! If you can't set up a tent in the privacy of your own backyard or apartment, you'll certainly have a difficult time of it in the wind or the rain. Most tents are fairly intuitive to set up, but don't count too heavily on your own intuition: take the time to familiarize yourself with all of the parts well in advance. And don't be afraid to buy some backup tent poles or stakes, either: nine PM after a long day of walking is not the time to realize that one of your principal tent supports isn't in good working order.
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In just a few short months, airlines, particularly those in the United States, have discovered to their glee that their customers are willing to pay for most everything from checking luggage to soft drinks to pillows and blankets - and are doing so without much fuss. From United to JetBlue, from Delta to US Airways (which Time magazine recently called the industry's "stingiest" airline), marketing staffs are coming up with ways to extract more money from travelers' wallets. The airlines are unapologetic, with a ready excuse in the form of record jet fuel prices. Fast-rising oil prices kicked in the door to higher ticket prices and other fees that the airlines could not wedge ajar in recent years, thanks to a plethora of Internet travel sites that passengers use to find the lowest fares. In Asia, airlines are cutting costs but few have initiated new fees, mainly because air traffic is driven more by business travel than leisure and discount fares. But a number of airlines have recently increased the fee sharply, with several charging as much as $100 extra a flight to escort children, sometimes up to age 17. read more

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Olympos beach has plenty of neighbouring attractions, including the tree-house hostels and eternal flames of the Chimera. Paragliding enthusiasts have been soaring above the beach in Ölüdeniz for two decades now, and some companies offer riding tours of the wooded mountains. To find the beach itself, simply follow the stampede — there’s just one main path and, conveniently enough, it’s lined with Roman ruins. Konyaalti sits in the heart of the big city, so this is a great holiday option for anyone who might be bored by the idea of lying on a beach towel for hours. Antalya Beach Park is something like an upmarket, open-air food court, and you will pass by it on your way to the beach. read more

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Olympos beach has plenty of neighbouring attractions, including the tree-house hostels and eternal flames of the Chimera. Paragliding enthusiasts have been soaring above the beach in Ölüdeniz for two decades now, and some companies offer riding tours of the wooded mountains. To find the beach itself, simply follow the stampede — there’s just one main path and, conveniently enough, it’s lined with Roman ruins. Konyaalti sits in the heart of the big city, so this is a great holiday option for anyone who might be bored by the idea of lying on a beach towel for hours. Antalya Beach Park is something like an upmarket, open-air food court, and you will pass by it on your way to the beach. read more

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A real bargain adventure has to work hard for the money you put into it, offering you a once-in-a-lifetime travel experience, teaching you new skills you can apply elsewhere, or providing a depth and breadth of experiences at a cost you'd be hard pressed to match on your own. Three years ago, after traveling the world and seeing adventure travel blossoming in destinations like New Zealand, Ireland natives Keith McDonnell and Mike Murphy started Extreme Ireland , an adventure company that aims to show travelers on a budget the wild side of the Emerald Isle. Extreme Ireland's most wide-ranging and best value trip, the Emerald Tour , packs more activities into two weeks than you could hope to organize on your own in a month, all for about $136 a day. Led by McDonnell, Murphy, or another company guide, you'll hike Dingle Peninsula, Connemara, and Donegal; summit Ireland's tallest and second tallest peaks as well as the holy mountain of Croagh Patrick; go cliff walking in County Clare and Donegal; and even learn the uniquely Irish sport of hurling. See all deals , advice , columns , blog entries , features , tips , special reports , and slideshows . read more

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