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Active Pursuits in Stavanger
Stavanger has some of the best museums of all the port cities of western Norway. But if you want to skip all of them, you can spend your time in the great outdoors, as locals do during…
Active Pursuits in New Hampshire
Northern New England is a superb destination for those who don't consider it a vacation unless it takes place far, far away from buildings and cars. Hiking, canoeing, and skiing are…
Active Pursuits in Coastal Maine
THE GREAT OUTDOORS While southern Maine has classic beach towns where the smell of salt air mixes with coconut oil and taffy, much of the rest of the Maine coast is unruly and wild.…
Regions in Brief in Coastal Maine
Southern Maine: From the state line at Kittery to, say, the Biddeford town line, Maine’s southern coast features most of the state’s best beaches and beach resorts. Portland: The…
Active Pursuits in Gallivare
A Winter WonderlandAt least a dozen well-maintained downhill slopes of varying degrees of difficulty are to be found at Dundret ski resort. Six of these slopes are illuminated for…
Active Pursuits in Jokkmokk
Exploring conditions are optimal from mid-June to mid-August; you (and, unfortunately, the mosquitoes) will find the area most accessible at this time. The best way to tackle the…
Sailing Around Camden
Several sailing ships make Camden their home base, and it’s a rare treat to come and go from this harbor, which is considered by many to be the most beautiful in the state.For a…
Active Pursuits in Inland Maine
Canoeing For many outdoor enthusiasts in the Northeast, Maine means canoeing. From thousands of acres of lakes and ponds to the tumbling white water of mountain rivers, Maine is very…
Side Trips in Arvidsjaur
Directly south of Arvidsjaur lies the exquisite, mountainous preservation region of Vittjåkk-Akkanålke, a forest reserve with hiking paths cut through its wild and beautiful reaches.…
Active Pursuits in Mount Rainier National Park
Outdoor Activities In & Near the National Park HIKING & BACKPACKING:Hikers have more than 240 miles of trails to explore within the park, though the vast majority of park…
Active Pursuits in Great Basin National Park
Biking -- Although biking is permitted only on designated motor vehicle roads, the park has miles of dirt roads, many of which handle little traffic. Bikers should check with rangers…
Active Pursuits in Crater Lake National Park
Summer Sports & ActivitiesBiking -- The 33-mile circuit of Crater Lake is one of the most popular road-bike trips in the state, despite the heavy car traffic. Although it seems…
Active Pursuits in The Black Hills
Aerial Tours -- If you want to see the Black Hills from above, contact Black Hills Balloons, P.O. Box 210, Custer, SD 57730 (tel. 605/673-2520; www.blackhillsballoons.com), which…
Active Pursuits in Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park
Biking Although bikes are not permitted on any park trails, this is still a popular destination for bikers, who travel the South Rim Road to the various overlooks and trail heads.…
Active Pursuits in La Romana
Hitting the Beach La Minitas, Casa de Campo's main beach and site of a series of bars and restaurants all its own, is a small but immaculate beach and lagoon that requires a 10-minute…
Active Pursuits in Argentina
With so many climate zones and such a wide variety of terrain, Argentina is a haven for outdoor activities of all kinds. Locals have a healthy sense of adventure, and recreational…
Driving Tours in Gotland
By CarIf you are pressed for time, we recommend heading straight to Visby. But if you have 4 or 5 hours and have rented a car, we have devised this road tour of Gotland that…
Active Pursuits in Karlskrona
Many Swedes visit Karlskrona during summer for its 30 beaches, 7 of which lie in the center. The most central, Stumholmen Beach is the best. This sandy beach, ideal for kids, has a…
In Depth in Marsala
Florio, Woodhouse, Nelson, & Whitaker Even a brief history of Marsala would not be complete without mentioning John Woodhouse and Vincenzo Florio. Woodhouse landed at Marsala in…
Side Trips in Noto
Riserva Naturale di Vendicari -- Created as a government-protected nature reserve in 1984, this stretch of coast south of the Tellaro River is one of the most beautiful spots in…
Active Pursuits in Maria la Gorda
The beach right in front of the hotel quickly hits coral and rock outcroppings as soon as it meets the water. In fact, sand is at a premium here. You'd definitely be wise to bring…
Side Trips in Cayo Levisa
Another Nearby Island: Cayo Jutías A little bit west of Cayo Levisa, you can find similar attractions and isolated wonder at Cayo Jutías. Unlike its nearby sister, Cayo Jutías is…
Regions in Brief in Rhode Island's South County
Narragansett & the BeachesFollowing Route 1A south, the pace quickens, at least from late spring to foliage season. After crossing the Narrow River Inlet, the road bends around…
Active Pursuits in Puerto Iguazu
Inside the Park The park's official tour operator is Iguazú Jungle Explorer (tel. 3757/421-696; www.iguazujunglexplorer.com), located both inside the national park and in the Sheraton…
Active Pursuits in Playa del Coco and Playa Ocotal
Plenty of boats are anchored at Playa del Coco, and that means plenty of opportunities to go fishing, diving, or sailing. Still, the most popular activities, especially among the…