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Active Pursuits in Silvaplana
Swimming, hill climbing, horseback riding, fishing, and even windsurfing on Lake Silvaplana are options in the summer. A range of cross-country trails and hiking paths are situated…
Active Pursuits in Crans-Montana
Neither resort limits its allure to wintertime diversions. During the summer, Montana tends to focus on spa cures and general health and well-being, and Crans transforms itself into a…
Active Pursuits in Interlaken
If you're feeling energetic, or just looking to work off an excess of fondue dipping, Interlaken offers many opportunities for sports -- sailing, windsurfing, rowing, fishing, golf,…
Regions in Brief in Lake Constance
Rorschach This medieval harbor town at the foot of the Rorschacher Berg is at the southern tip of the lake. It has lakeside gardens, an extensive promenade, a good choice of hotels,…
Active Pursuits in Estremadura
The Beaches of Estremadura -- Take your pick from the ribbonlike string of beaches that stretches almost continuously along the coast of Estremadura. Some 240km (149 miles) of sand…
Active Pursuits in Portimao
BeachesEven those staying in Portimão head for the beach first thing in the morning. The favorite is Praia da Rocha, a creamy yellow strand that has long been the most popular…
In Depth in County Wexford
The Rising (& Falling) of Vinegar Hill Of the many rebel groups that took hold in the late 18th century, the Society of United Irishmen, founded in 1791, was most ahead of its…
Active Pursuits in County Wexford
Beaches County Wexford’s beaches at Courtown, Curracloe, Duncannon, and Rosslare are good for walking, jogging, and swimming. Bird and Wildlife Watching Besides the Wexford Wildfowl…
Active Pursuits in County Kilkenny
Bicycling For complete 1- or 2-week cycling holidays in the Southeast, contact Don Smith at Celtic Cycling, Lorum Old Rectory, Bagenalstown, County Carlow (059/977-5282;…
Active Pursuits in County Waterford
Beaches There are wide sandy beaches at Tramore, Ardmore, Clonea, or Dunmore East. Cycling From Waterford City, you can ride 13km (8 miles) to Passage East and take the ferry (fare…
Active Pursuits in County Tipperary
Cycling Centered around the town of Nenagh, the North Tipperary Cycle Network consists of three scenic cycling routes around the north Tipperary countryside. Signposted routes pass…
Active Pursuits in Madeira
Madeira's often pleasant climate invites visitors to enjoy outdoor activities, even if they consist mainly of strolling through Funchal and along park pathways and lanes.Deep-Sea…
Active Pursuits in Rivas
Pacific Beaches Outside Rivas Farther north of San Juan del Sur and accessed by the road west from Rivas is a long stretch of beaches increasingly famous among surfers. Though much of…
Active Pursuits in The Bavarian Alps
The Bavarian Alps are both a winter wonderland and a summer playground. The Alpine and cross-country skiing is the best in Germany, and among the best in all of Europe. A regular…
Active Pursuits in Bay of Islands
Beaches The farther north you go, the better and more deserted the beaches get. Those on Karikari Peninsula have always been my favorites, but good swimming beaches dominate the whole…
Active Pursuits in Hawkes Bay
Ballooning -- Waft skyward from Hastings with Early Morning Balloons (tel./fax 06/879-4229; www.hotair.co.nz). Flight time is around 1 hour, but allow 4 hours total. Adults fly for…
Active Pursuits in Coromandel Peninsula
Beaches -- Whangamata is a top surfing and swimming beach. Cooks Beach has safe swimming and lovely picnic areas, while Buffalo Beach is good for swimming and shellfish collecting --…
Active Pursuits in Tauranga
Dolphin Swimming Several companies offer the opportunity to get in the water with the common dolphins that live in the bay. Try Butler's Swim With Dolphins, Pier C, Berth C60, Tauranga…
Driving Tours in Taupo
En Route to Tongariro National Park and the Ruapehu Region This is one of the most interesting bits of road in the North Island: The 101km (63-mile) drive to National Park hugs the…
Active Pursuits in Taupo
Taupō is New Zealand’s biggest lake by a large margin: It’s about the size of Greater London. If you want to have a closer look, a number of operators will get you out on the water.…
Active Pursuits in Gisborne
Beaches Gisborne has three major swimming beaches, Midway, Waikanae, and Wainui. Lifeguards patrol all three in season. Kaiaua Beach, 60km (37 miles) north of Gisborne and 6km (3 3/4…
Active Pursuits in New Plymouth
Fishing Ultimate Fishing Adventures (tel. 027/224-9992 or 06/759-2345) will take you game fishing, fresh- or saltwater fly-fishing, bottom fishing, or sea fishing. In summer it also…
Active Pursuits in Nelson, Richmond and Motueka
For a complete overview of outdoor activities in the region, it's best to start at one of the visitor centers, which are packed with brochures. There are three national parks within…
Active Pursuits in Karamea
Canoeing Hire a canoe from the Last Resort (tel. 03/782-6617; www.lastresort.co.nz) for NZ$35; or Karamea Motors (tel. 03/782-6757). Paddle in the safe estuaries, but be aware of tidal…
Side Trips in Greymouth
A Side Trip to Lake Brunner Lake Brunner and the little township of Moana, situated on its northern shore, lie 30 minutes east of Greymouth. It's a peaceful, scenic diversion serviced…