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Hawaiian shark tours attract critics

Tue, 7 Jul 2009 15:29:22 GMT

Shark tours have become a popular visitor attraction in Hawaii, but a movement is gaining momentum to shut them down.

Looking for vacation? Try Afghanistan

Mon, 6 Jul 2009 16:53:48 GMT

Even as troops fight militants in the south, government officials and donors in Afghanistan's central Bamiyan valley are training tour guides and teaching restaurateurs about customer service.

Campgrounds, RV parks go ‘green’

Mon, 6 Jul 2009 20:44:15 GMT

There's a lot about Clay's Park Resort that appeals to Janet Durtschi, including its ongoing effort to get "greener."

Grand Canyon dangers

Fri, 19 Jun 2009 19:25:45 GMT

The popular park presents obstacles that can leave even experienced hikers emerging sore and fatigued, including scorching, an altitude of 7,000 feet, and steep, rocky, winding trails.

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Fri, 19 Jun 2009 19:25:45 GMT

Eight great trips that give back

Thu, 11 Jun 2009 14:08:40 GMT

You don't have to wear a hair shirt and dig a well to give back when you travel. Here are eight great trips that connect you with the world.

Confessions of ... a river-rafting guide

Tue, 9 Jun 2009 15:52:08 GMT

The reality is this: Some guides on smaller rivers are total beginners — paying their dues and hoping to land jobs on big rivers like the Colorado and the Snake.

Low-budget fun in Aspen? Head to the outdoors

Mon, 8 Jun 2009 19:39:58 GMT

This mountain playground has Gucci, Prada and Burberry stores downtown but still can offer the average Joe a budget vacation for those who can get here.

Record-breaking roller coasters

Mon, 8 Jun 2009 05:29:46 GMT

Roller coasters: You love them or hate them. But if you’re among the fanatics who worship the coaster gods, there’s an amazing worldwide assemblage of thrilling and chilling rides to choose from.

Stress-busting vacations

Tue, 26 May 2009 20:14:34 GMT

Deep breaths aren't working. You've sworn off CNBC and your local paper is now history, but there's no escaping the flood of bad news. You don't need a beach vacation — you need to blow off steam.

Where (and how) to go dancing with the stars

Wed, 20 May 2009 15:02:05 GMT

Lance Bass and Kristi Yamaguchi give T+L some tips on how to samba, waltz, tango and more when traveling.

Where sharks attack

Fri, 15 May 2009 14:30:14 GMT

Despite any paranoia, millions of people each year surf and swim — literally — with the sharks. Where to swim at your own risk in North America.

World-class climbs for amateurs

Fri, 15 May 2009 21:59:33 GMT

While mountain climbing is not for the pregnant or the faint of heart, it is also not true that you need to be a tri-athlete or expert climber weighed down by hundreds of pounds of equipment to scale a world-class mountain. Nor do you need to risk life and limb.

15 top dude ranches

Thu, 14 May 2009 14:35:58 GMT

The ranch vacation has long had a wholesome, almost therapeutic, connotation. For decades, tired city slickers have gone west to unwind, see the Great Outdoors and spend hours a day in the saddle, on horses with names like Trigger or Zeke.

Great city fishing adventures

Wed, 29 Apr 2009 15:28:36 GMT

Thanks to vigorous environmental cleanup efforts, many urban watersheds now afford opportunities to sneak in a top-notch fishing trip in between that business trip or family reunion.

Have a blast and get in shape with a fit trip

Fri, 17 Apr 2009 19:40:33 GMT

An alternative to waist-expanding getaways, fit vacations combine the fun of travel with activities such as yoga on the beach and learning native dance moves in an African village.

U.S. whitewater spots worth a visit

Thu, 9 Apr 2009 13:41:57 GMT

It's time to wet a paddle, whether it's from your kayak, whitewater canoe or in a big ole rubber raft with the entire family.

The world’s most pristine forests

Fri, 3 Apr 2009 14:12:09 GMT

Looking for a deep-woods adventure? Get in touch with nature by trekking into the best-preserved forests on the globe.

Sneak out for an ultimate adventure in the dark

Thu, 2 Apr 2009 13:54:59 GMT

Some of the world’s coolest outdoor adventures happen after dark, under the stars. Out here, sunset is just the beginning of the day.

Find beauty underwater at the best diving spots

Wed, 25 Mar 2009 14:52:52 GMT

Pristine coral reefs, kelp forests, and sunken battle ships all make for epic dive destinations from Mexico to the Marshall Islands.

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Wed, 25 Mar 2009 14:52:52 GMT

Great American bike trails

Thu, 19 Mar 2009 20:44:03 GMT

Bicycling has come a long way since you pedaled the old neighborhood on your Sting Ray with the sissy bar and purple banana seat.

10 life-changing yoga vacations

Thu, 12 Mar 2009 14:02:03 GMT

These worldwide retreats will cleanse your mind and your body.

Volunteer vacations on a budget

Wed, 11 Mar 2009 14:34:43 GMT

Throw your sleeping bag in the car, drive to a nearby park, and for as little as $150, spend a week in the wilderness rebuilding trails with other nature-lovers, and other tips.

Heat up a trip with a sizzling volcano vacation

Thu, 19 Mar 2009 14:48:23 GMT

What’s the appeal of a volcanic vacation? These hostile environs make the perfect playground for cyclists, walkers, hikers and horseback riders.

The Caribbean’s most colorful snorkeling spots

Sun, 15 Feb 2009 16:20:46 GMT

Slipping beneath the surface to swim through corals and spy on reef fish helps a tourist in the Caribbean gain some appreciation of the natural world beyond the clubs and casinos.

Cool journeys offer amazing animal encounters

Thu, 15 Jan 2009 16:06:26 GMT

Cold weather safaris take travelers to some of the most remote and breathtaking parts of the world, where they can encounter their favorite animals in as close range as possible.