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World’s scariest ski slopes

Mon, 30 Nov 2009 14:59:59 GMT

Icy crevasses, monster moguls, soaring cliffs, and avalanche risks: for some skiers, these are all part of the fun.

Avalanche - Ski - Sport - Winter sport - Recreation

Most roads closing for winter in Yellowstone

Mon, 30 Nov 2009 15:00:47 GMT

Roads into the interior of Yellowstone have closed for the winter, limiting access to Old Faithful, Canyon, and Fishing Bridge until the snowpack is cleared in the spring.

Yellowstone National Park - Old Faithful Geyser - United States - Wyoming - Travel and Tourism

Winter Trails celebrates 15th year with freebies

Thu, 5 Nov 2009 16:25:16 GMT

Winter Trails will celebrate its 15th year Jan. 9 at locations throughout the U.S. with free snowshoeing and cross-country skiing.
Cross-country skiing - Sports - Ski - Winter Sports - United States

The year of living dangerously

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 18:27:41 GMT

In November, I'll be quitting my job and heading out on one of the last true adventures left on earth: Driving around the world. By Nicolas Rapp.

Quest for the one-horned rhino

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 14:10:55 GMT

Religion and philosophy run deep in Assam, influence a world view of respect for all living things, and are directly attributable to the thriving population of one-horned rhinoceros.

America’s best hikes

Fri, 2 Oct 2009 20:03:08 GMT

Ten walks — with varying degrees of difficulty — that will knock your hiking socks off.

Colo. offers ‘snow virgins’ a free 3-month trip

Wed, 14 Oct 2009 18:40:21 GMT

The Colorado Tourism Office launched a contest Monday to give three "snow virgins" an expenses-paid, three-month trip to Colorado, January through March.

World’s wildest bungee jumping spots

Fri, 2 Oct 2009 15:21:44 GMT

If you have the guts to take the plunge, these locations are sure to help with the thrill.

10 places you thought you shouldn’t visit ...

Wed, 30 Sep 2009 16:14:46 GMT

From Bosnia to Rwanda to Zimbabwe, these destinations offer unique experiences and sights.

A new type of bachelor bash

Mon, 28 Sep 2009 14:46:48 GMT

The bachelor party blowout is all but synonymous with exotic dancers and heavy partying. But today's best men are lining up different fetes for the groom-to-be.

Become one with nature on High Divide trail

Wed, 23 Sep 2009 18:21:11 GMT

"Did you see the bear?" the backpacker asked. "He sure saw you." Well, no, I'd missed him, screened by a few trees even though we peacefully passed within about 200 yards of each other.

Ski resorts cutting prices to lure locals

Tue, 15 Sep 2009 15:40:54 GMT

A struggling economy is turning out to be good news for skiers and snowboarders who live close enough to mountains that they can hit the slopes every weekend.

Chairlift offers new perspective for leaf-peepers

Tue, 15 Sep 2009 15:41:05 GMT

From the 3,600-foot-tall summit at Mount Snow in Vermont, you can see all the beauty of a quaint New England community that loves to ski, hike and mountain bike.

Fore! World’s top spots to tee it up

Sat, 12 Sep 2009 00:05:45 GMT

Golf has been called a nice walk ruined, and the vistas enjoyed from the fairway — or the rough, as it may be — certainly contribute to the playing experience. From Canada to China, these greens are envied by the experts.

America’s most scenic campgrounds

Sun, 16 Aug 2009 16:32:35 GMT

These campsites with a view, from Alaska to Florida, are the perfect spots to pitch a tent or park an RV.

In the Sierras, a trail-less treat for hikers

Fri, 21 Aug 2009 21:14:20 GMT

Hiking through a trail-less wilderness where cell phones don't work and help is days away may not be everyone's idea of a great vacation.

Treasure hunting vacations

Tue, 4 Aug 2009 13:30:29 GMT

Making money while on a vacation isn’t a common occurrence—unless you get lucky on the slots. But if Vegas isn’t your style, don’t worry, you can still come home from a trip with your purse a little fatter.

Put the pedal to the metal

Mon, 3 Aug 2009 05:23:15 GMT

Feel the need for speed? Zoom, zoom, zoom. Learn to drive fast — really fast — and no ticket!

Wilderness survival for the rest of us

Wed, 29 Jul 2009 13:15:10 GMT

Wilderness survival courses teach outdoor enthusiasts skills that could potentially save lives, and push the adventurous to the brink of breaking — and sometimes beyond.

The world's top biking cities

Fri, 10 Jul 2009 22:52:24 GMT

Dedicated lanes for two-wheelers, bicycle-friendly laws, and even free rides mean these spots are paradise for pedalers.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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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