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Guide Article / San Martin de los Andes

Active Pursuits in San Martin de los Andes

Biking San Martín is well suited for biking, and shops offer directions and maps. Bike rentals and tours are available at Andes Bike, at Avenida Costanera and Villegas (tel.…

Guide Article / Junin de los Andes

Active Pursuits in Junin de los Andes

Fishing Information & Licenses -- Visitors can obtain licenses at the Tourism Office, the office of the Guardafauna (tel. 02972/491277), open Monday to Friday 8am to 3pm; the Fly…

Guide Article / San Carlos de Bariloche

Side Trips in San Carlos de Bariloche

The massive Nahuel Huapi National Park extends to the south of Bariloche in a winding maze of majestic mountains and lakes. Whether you're on a day's drive, as part of an overnight…

Guide Article / San Carlos de Bariloche

Active Pursuits in San Carlos de Bariloche

Biking Mountain bike rental and information about bike trails and guided trips in Nahuel Huapi are available from Bike Way, V.A. O'Connor 867 (tel. 02944/425616); and Dirty Bikes, V.…

Guide Article / Luxembourg Ardenne

Active Pursuits in Luxembourg Ardenne

The rivers of the Grand Duchy are an anglers' paradise, but one that's strictly controlled by the authorities. Complex regulations govern fishing in private waters and rivers. Licenses…

Guide Article / Chile

Active Pursuits in Chile

Chile is an active travel mecca. There are few countries where you can trek through primordial rainforests, ascend some of the world's highest peaks, kayak pristine lakes and fjords,…

Guide Article / Chile

Organized Tours in Chile

The advantages of traveling with an organized group are plentiful, especially for travelers who have limited time and enjoy the security of knowing in advance how each day will look.…

Guide Article / Pucon

Active Pursuits in Pucon

With so many outdoor adventures available here, it's no wonder there's a surplus of outfitters eager to meet the demand. Be very careful when selecting a tour operator in Pucón because…

Guide Article / Puerto Varas

Active Pursuits in Puerto Varas

Tour companies and outfitters have changed ownership over the past few years, but, thankfully, many have matured and I can now recommend several with a clear conscience. Aquamotion…

Guide Article / Zeeland

Regions in Brief in Zeeland

Zierikzee48km (30 miles) SW of RotterdamThis harbor town on the Oosterschelde (Eastern Scheldt) shore of the one-time islands of Schouwen and Duiveland, now joined together, is…

Guide Article / Carretera Austral

Driving Tours in Carretera Austral

Driving the Carretera AustralAlthough it is possible to reach most destinations in this region by ferry, bus, or plane, road improvements and an expansion of services mean an…

Guide Article / Chaiten

Side Trips in Chaiten

South from Chaiten155km (96 miles) SE of ChaiténThe road south between Chaitén and Villa Santa Lucía, where drivers turn for Futaleufú, passes through mountain scenery that affords…

Guide Article / Futaleufu

Active Pursuits in Futaleufu

Rafting on the Río FutaleufúThe Futaleufú River is known as one of the best white-water rivers in the world, and an adventure down the rapids here rates as one of the highlights of a…

Guide Article / Coyhaique

Side Trips in Coyhaique

A Sightseeing Excursion Around Lago ElizaldeThe Seis Lagunas (Six Lagoons) and Lago Elizalde region just south of Coyhaique offers a sightseeing loop that passes through fertile,…

Guide Article / Coyhaique

Active Pursuits in Coyhaique

Tour operators plan day trips, multiday trips, and full expeditions to areas as far as the Southern Ice Field. Adventure Expeditions Patagonia, Riquelme 372 (tel. 67/219894;…

Guide Article / Punta Arenas

Side Trips in Punta Arenas

Many tour operators run conventional city tours and trips to the penguin colonies, as well as short visits and multiday, all-inclusive trekking excursions to Torres del Paine National…

Guide Article / El Calafate

Active Pursuits in El Calafate

Other typical excursions from El Calafate include El Chaltén, for trekking beneath the famous peaks of Cerro Torre and Mt. FitzRoy in 1 day, or a jampacked day visiting Chile's Torres…

Guide Article / Ushuaia

Side Trips in Ushuaia

One of the most intriguing destinations around Ushuaia is the Estancia Harberton, the first ranch founded in Tierra del Fuego. Now run as a museum, it affords a fascinating glimpse…

Guide Article / Ushuaia

Active Pursuits in Ushuaia

Boating The best way to explore the Beagle Channel is by boat. Numerous companies offer a variety of trips, usually in modern catamarans with excellent guides. Many of them run kiosks…

Guide Article / Grand Cayman

Active Pursuits in Grand Cayman

The irresistible combination of almost-guaranteed sunshine, one of the world's most beautiful beaches, and the Caribbean's best scuba diving and snorkeling has permanently anchored…

Guide Article / Narvik

Active Pursuits in Narvik

The Narvik tourist office has a wealth of information about outdoor activities in the city's hinterlands.One of the great golf courses in north Norway is the Narvik Golfklubb at…

Guide Article / Lofoten Islands

Suggested Itineraries in Lofoten Islands

If You Have 1 Day -- Arrive at the main port city of Svolvær, which will be your gateway to the Lofotens. We suggest you use this as a refueling stop and an arrival and exit port…

Guide Article / Lofoten Islands

Regions in Brief in Lofoten Islands

We recommend specific walks or hikes that we've found enjoyable. But know that the entire archipelago of the Lofoten Islands was made for walking or hiking. In places, you'll make your…

Guide Article / Trondheim

Active Pursuits in Trondheim

In summer the people of Trondheim take to their great outdoors. Summer is short, and they aim to make the best of it.Fishing Fishing aficionados throughout Norway have heard about…

Guide Article / Guadeloupe

Active Pursuits in Guadeloupe

Deep-Sea FishingBlue marlin, wahoo (known locally as thazar), and yellowfin tuna can be fished throughout the year; the season for dorado (mahimahi) is limited to November to May.…