tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-43943613953983990032024-03-08T10:43:32.760-08:00nincompoopinnochioUnknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger85125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4394361395398399003.post-66512029244584657212013-10-05T09:07:00.004-07:002016-01-10T02:20:30.961-08:00Online Adventure Games<div style="text-align: justify;">
<b>Online adventure games typically refer to those games</b> found on the internet where the player takes on the role of and adventurer in an interactive story. The player is the hero who goes about exploring situations through problem solving and completing puzzles along with a variety of other interesting challenges. Many people are taking to adventure games online and discovering a new world of fun and mind stimulating development.
Adventure games generally comes in the form of a narrative where the primary player is consistently placed in dangerous situations requiring the use of wits and skill. The adventure frequently draws heavily from other narrative based media including films and books. Online games include mystery, fantasy, science fiction, horror and even humour. Traditional adventure games primarily have situational problems for the player to solve, with very little or no action. If there is action, it is generally confined to isolated minigames. The majority of adventure games were set up for single players because it is heavily dependent on narrative and character rather than active interaction. The development of character and narrative being more important than the development of the game play.
Online games which combine action is more common today. Pure action games have gameplay depending very much on the players reflexes to deal with the variety of situations that arise. Action-adventure games engage both the reflexes of the player and problem solving skills. Action-adventures are hybrid games requiring many of the same skills as action games, but also offer a narrative, a number of characters and other features of adventure games. Online adventure games incorporating action include the Legend of Zelda and Tomb Raider.
The Japanese game the Legend of Zelda takes in both action and adventure but it also includes role playing and puzzles. The hero Link enters into a cave commencing an adventure guided by townspeople, merchants and fairies providing cryptic clues. Link begins with a shield but soon gains the use of a sword. He has to battle to find the entrances to nine underground dungeons. The dungeons are a maze like collection of room with secret passages guarded by monsters.
Tomb Raider is an action adventure game in combining the two elements of action and adventure into the same game. The heroine has situations where she has to kill a variety of dangerous animals and other creatures while collecting objects and solving puzzles while gaining access to powerful artifacts. Although Lara is faced with a human opponent the emphasis is based on solving puzzles and performing trick jumps to complete each level.
Many in the games community and in the media disagree about the nature of of adventure and action games. There is some debate as to what constitutes an This leads to discussion as to what constitutes an adventure game and what constitutes an action game and where the border between the two exists. There are those who define an action adventure game as having enough action in it not to be called an adventure game, but not enough action to be called an action game. Regardless of whether or not online adventure games are purely adventure or hybrid online adventure games incorporating action these games make for a lot of fun online.
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4394361395398399003.post-56018192632675172342013-10-05T09:06:00.005-07:002013-10-05T09:06:52.019-07:00North India - The Land Steeped in Adventure!<div style="text-align: justify;">
" <b>It is only in adventure that some people succeed in knowing themselves</b> - in finding themselves. "
By André Gide
To keep adventure lovers in high spirit and up their feet, North India is a great destination where adventure opportunities galore. The destinations here beckon you to explore and enjoy the exciting adventure sports. Destinations like Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Rajasthan, Uttaranchal and Uttar Pradesh attract adventure buffs from across the world.
Adventure activities enveloped in bewitching excitement and experiences seem to be endless. Whether you are lured by wildlife or passionate about trekking, skiing, mountaineering, camping, ice-skating, golf, angling, river rafting, aero- sports or camel safari, you can enjoy such a diverse range of adventure sports in North India.
The trekking tours will take you to various beautiful destinations cocooned in sheer natural beauty. The snow-capped mountains offer fabulous opportunities for skiing during the winter, the gushing rivers are ready to take you on an adventure ride through river-rafting. You can go for interesting fishing expeditions at various lakes, take a camel ride to get acquainted with the mysterious desert, and even slip into the lifestyle of the Maharajas of the bygone era by indulging in the royal game golf. Your tour offers out of the world experiences of the wilderness of the dense forests via wildlife safari and opportunities for aero-sports as well.
The varied topography of the North Indian belt marks it one of the excellent places in India in terms of adventure. Each state has its own famous adventure sites offering wondrous opportunities for different types of adventure.</div>
Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4394361395398399003.post-34015462391568270212013-10-05T09:06:00.001-07:002013-10-05T09:06:12.413-07:00A Day of Adventure<div style="text-align: justify;">
<b>The word 'adventure' conjures up many different ideas for different people</b>. The first thing in our heads might be something that happened on a camping trip or a vacation somewhere. Why is that? Is it that something happened that was unexpected? Sometimes we hear people say, "Well I had quite an adventure today." And then they tell of a mishap on the road or someone extraordinary they ran into while out and about. Books are often entitled, The Adventures of ... and they tell stories of intrigue, real or imaginary.
We would venture to say that the word adventure generally elicits a positive response from people. It makes one curious about what the 'adventure' is or was. Even if the adventure turns out to have a negative ending, there is something mysterious and engaging about the idea that something happened to someone that was unexpected. Our natural curiosity leads us to want to know what happened to that person. Certainly titles of books contain that word because authors believe people will want to read the book that tells of adventure. Perhaps that is one of the reasons the Harry Potter books, which are full of adventures, are one of the most popular books among kids in the 21st century.
Helen Keller said "Life is either a daring adventure or nothing. Security is mostly a superstition. It does not exist in nature". For many of us life can be very difficult, certainly in these difficult economic times or raising a child who has a mental health or physical disability. One might awaken in the morning with a feeling of depression or anxiety in anticipation of another day of dealing with the familiar problems that must be confronted. What would it be like to wake up in the morning and look at this day as an adventure? Think of some small unexpected thing you could do on your own or with your child.
There is always risk involved in trying new things, even in trying to make an adventure out of an ordinary day, but if you don't try, if you don't risk, you will most likely encounter another day very similar to the ones you know so well. Risking new things makes you strong and it sets an example for your children so that they won't be afraid to step out and try something new.
Perhaps you might get up early and put on some music that your child isn't used to hearing and you say to your child. "This music reminds me of".....
Walking in the woods. Why don't we take a walk when you get home this afternoon? We'll take a snack and go somewhere we've never been before.
Being in the kitchen with my mother when I was young. Why don't we make cookies after your homework is done?
Planting a beautiful garden. Why don't we go to the garden centre after school and buy some seeds to plant or a potted plant to watch grow in the kitchen. If you've never read The Secret Garden by Frances Hodgson Burnett, you could combine the reading of this book with your planting. Like the word adventure, secret arouses the curiosity of a child.
Some other ideas
Going fishing
Having tea by the fire place
Painting the bedroom a different colour
Walking at the old church and imagining the lives of the people whose names are on the gravestones
Creating a treasure hunt in the back garden
Although it is well know that youngsters with autism do not like change, once in a while an attempt at adventure can be very positive. The reality is that we live in a world that is full of changes, and perhaps a small change in routine for both parent and child is worth the risk. You can start off with a small adventure and gradually add more as the child adapts to changes into their schedule. You can also do something that is fairly routine, but by bringing it up at an unexpected moment, it changes your routine into an adventure. These small adventures can be combined with other things that can be done in the afternoon or on weekends and both you and your child can look forward to the activity.
Sometimes it is so difficult to get outside ourselves and our daily routines to think in terms of broadening our perspective and opening ourselves to the possibility that life may hold in store for us something unintended, some adventure that might open yet another door of intrigue and add dimension to our lives.</div>
Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4394361395398399003.post-11907446189792318622013-10-05T09:05:00.001-07:002013-10-05T09:05:16.567-07:00Adventure Travel - What is It, Why is it a Growing Tourism Sector and How Can You Take Part?<div style="text-align: justify;">
<b>Despite much negative talk about what seems to be a now overused word</b>, 'recession', the adventure travel and luxury travel sectors are fast growing segments of the travel market. Regardless of this I think many travel agents are still unsure how to approach this growing market. The term 'adventure holiday' cries out for a personal service. After all my perfect adventure might be your hell! The concept of personal service is further complicated since many potential travellers often don't really know what they want out of an adventure travel experience. The solution? Know what adventure travel really is, search out what you want to do and dare I say it - 'be your own travel agent'!
So, what exactly is adventure travel?
There is still a preconceived idea that adventure holidays are solely about high impact active experiences such as battling white water rapids, rock climbing or abseiling down a cliff face. This may be true to a point but adventure travel goes much deeper than this and can encompass a huge range of options with a cultural, wildlife and more easy going flavour.
Adventure travels involve exploration or travel to remote and more exotic destinations as opposed to an experience exclusively for the adrenaline junkie. If you intentionally step outside the box and choose to go further afield, deliberately looking for new experiences in otherwise unfamiliar off-the-beaten track territories then adventure travel is in your heart.
Many would wrongly associate adventure travels with 'roughing it' when in reality it can be about distinctive accommodation and surroundings that reflect the locality and culture, something that is comfortable and character driven as opposed to opulent style and luxury.
Adventure travel can offer rest and relaxation, stimulation and variety, inspiration and well earned treats as well as high quality and safe expedition environments for family trips.
So why is the adventure travel market expanding?
Escapism is a key factor! More and more people who are dissatisfied with their current situation and negatively affected by the economic downturn are looking for travel experiences that will inspire and invigorate them. Adventure travel is certainly personally rewarding and time spent in nature is a remedy for dissatisfaction, frustration and boredom.
Another reason also linked to the economic climate is that adventure travel can now combine with activities and voluntary work in local community projects. This, together with the group one often travels with on an adventure travel experience can provide an opportunity to develop social experiences, new skills and knowledge which can relate to an individual's career often providing travellers with a competitive edge on their return.
And so to the final question - if travel agents are failing to provide the kind of personal service required for such an experience then how should you go about an adventure travel experience?
The first thing you could do is practise. Allow yourself to go out and get lost! You'll be surprised what you'll find out there when you don't plan anything.
You can subscribe to outdoor adventure magazines and subscriber based newsletters to get a feel of what is out there, how it all works and what would suit you.
The most effective tool you have is the web. There is so much information out there in cyber space on the big wide world and how you can explore it! The whole point of 'adventure' travel is to have an 'adventure' so you could take the bull by the horns and plan your own adventure holiday by using the growing number of information portals (like the Best of Zambia) that aim to give you everything you need to provide yourself with your own personal service.
Finally, if that thought is way too scary then there are a number of top quality adventure travel tour operators who can help you - and they are not your standard high street travel agents who usually only provide off the shelf, over done and commercialised experiences.
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4394361395398399003.post-88512724336411465282013-10-05T09:04:00.004-07:002013-10-05T09:04:31.759-07:00Your Guide to Adventure Traveling<div style="text-align: justify;">
<b>Adventure travel involves traveling and exploring remote</b>, hostile and exotic areas. A traveler may anticipate unexpected things on an adventure trip. Adventure travel is a growing industry, as people enjoy exploring new locations and seek varieties in their vacations. According to a U.S travel association, an adventure travel is the activity of a tourist, which includes the following components:
1. Involvement with nature
2. Cultural interaction
3. Physical activity
Adventure travel is extremely exciting, as it involves people stepping outside the comfort of their homes to explore a whole new world. It may also involve performing different acts. All these factors require lot of efforts, and sometimes even involve physical danger. Some of the activities include mountaineering, rafting, bungee jumping, trekking, rock-climbing and zip lining. Other distinct and new forms of such travels are jungle tourisms.
Interest in photography, backpacking, navigation systems, and social networking among tourists has tremendously increased the popularity of adventurous travel.
Many companies and tourist organizations cater to different kinds of adventurous clients. Some of them include mountain equipments, rainforest expeditions and intrepid travel. Some public and private travel agencies promote various geographic regions as travel destinations.
Adventure Tourism For The Disabled:
There is a considerable increase in the tourism for disabled people around the globe. Some travel companies are in the process of developing tours, specially keeping the disable people in mind. They are also considering specific locations that might be restricted for tourism to such people only. British Columbia, Vancouver and Canada have already started organizing such kinds of tourisms. This kind of travel costs a whopping $ 13 billion in the northern part of America on annual basis.
There are many adventurous travelers, who despite of being disabled, became some of the well-known and prominent handicapped adventurous travelers.
Certain destinations for travel also offer various job opportunities and diverse programs for other unfortunate people. For example, Canada organizes rafting trips for those suffering from spinal damage.
Esprit Rafting is another sport that is becoming very popular among people with different kinds of ailments, and those who are not able to participate in normal adventure sports or tourism. In addition, there are other various adventurous traveling opportunities for people having interests in hunting and fishing.
Below listed are some sources, wherein you can find loads of information regarding adventure tourisms across the globe:
1. There are various programs dedicated to adventure tourism. They mainly focus on different locations and authentic food.
2. Various magazines focus on the importance of traveling in specific locations and their importance. They also give helpful information on various remote areas, which have recently become popular as travel destinations.
3. Several websites and blogs provide information on various types of adventurous tourisms.
There are various recreation programs organized by different outdoor organizations. Such kinds of recreation programs provide opportunities for people to make their adventure travel a memorable vacation.
Some of the adventure travelers also expose themselves to wildlife adventures, which involve a lot of risk. These kinds of adventure travelers need to make use of safety guidelines before venturing into such dangerous trips.
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4394361395398399003.post-76194222331829551362013-10-05T09:03:00.003-07:002013-10-05T09:03:50.112-07:00Adventure Travel Should Be Fun and Safe<div style="text-align: justify;">
<b>It is exciting to watch Indiana Jones running through thick jungles</b> and escaping rolling boulders in the movie but in reality, very few people lived that kind of life or take up such life-threatening vacations.
For most people, adventure travel should be fun and safe. It may involve some degree of hardship and sweating but there should be little or no risk involved. Adventure travel, really, is whatever you want it to be. It might mean travel to a distant and exotic place although it does not have to. It might cost a lot of money or it might be free. If you travel somewhere, anywhere, and you have an experience that excites you, provides you with an escape from the ordinary, and leaves you feeling happy, then you have had an adventure.
Adventure travel may involves activities such as sky diving, mountain climbing, go white water rapids in a kayak, or photographing polar bears in the Arctic. These are exciting and adrenaline rushing activities and do provide one with a deep sense of adventure. But adventure travel can also involve a leisurely trip on the Mississippi River in a paddle wheeler, a stroll across the English countryside in search of a certain species of bird. Even a tour of the wineries of southern France or a shell-collecting expedition on an obscure Caribbean beach can be considered as adventure travel.
Here is an interesting example. There was this guy in Taiwan who chose to hitchhike his way around Taiwan for nine days. In fact, he even asked for free food and accommodation from strangers during the trip. And he was very surprised by the friendliness of the people he met. Many strangers actually offer him food, lodging and transportation for free! Throughout the journey, he did not climbed any big mountain or jump off a plane in the middle of the sky. So is this adventure travel? Absolutely!
Of course, everybody has a different perception of adventure travel. A marine biologist would probably consider diving near a sperm whale as a thrilling adventure. However, to a poker player, playing poker in various casinos in Las Vegas will also provide a high degree of thrill.
Adventure travel does not necessarily mean a trip out of the country or state either. Interesting things to see and do are often within your own back yard, or at least an easy car drive from home, wherever that might be. Go exploring uncharted area in the nearby mountains or rivers where you lived can be just as exciting too! Look around the place where you lived, be it a small town, the countryside or a big city. They are many unpublicized places where few people know. Embarking on a tour to uncover such places is a form of adventure. These places can include small local museums, houses of special interest (the birthplace of a famous person), small sanctuaries for wildlife and flora, restored buildings or even communities dating back to historic times, and so on. In fact, hunting for good food in obscure corners of a big city is very exhilarating, thrilling and fun.
Adventure travel can take you to the other side of the world, to the top of a mountain, or to the wildest places on earth. It might also take you to the inside of a little old library just around the corner that you have walked past a thousand times. Ultimately, it is not where you go but the sense of adventure you feel that counts.
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4394361395398399003.post-14500667915113222842013-10-05T09:03:00.000-07:002013-10-05T09:03:03.460-07:00Weekend Adventure--A New Trend in Bachelor Parties<div style="text-align: justify;">
<b>Bachelor parties are about guys getting together</b>, sharing old stories, and maybe creating some new ones. They are a chance for the best man to send the groom off in style, in appreciation for years of friendship. Traditionally, this has involved drinking one's fair share of alcohol, heading off to a gentlemen's club, and waking up the next morning in a strange place with a new tattoo. Recently, a new trend has emerged. Guys are now spending weekends immersed in outdoor adventures: leaping out of airplanes, roping cattle, reeling in trophy fish, and riding wild whitewater.
Picture it: 10 buddies sitting in a rubber raft, getting tossed back and forth, and paddling like crazy through a menacing drop-off the guides call, "The Meat Grinder." Besides whitewater rafting, parties can perform airborne ballets after leaping from planes at 10,000 feet, reel in fish ranging from 30 lb king salmon to 300 lb sharks, or drive hundreds of cattle alongside real-life cowboys. As an added bonus, guys return from the adventure, with pictures, mementoes, and memories that will always remain special.
Although these adventures bring a fresh, new idea to the bachelor party concept, groups are given many opportunities to do some old-school partying. Typically, the extreme adventure locations are located off the beaten path, requiring a couple-days excursion. Everyone usually congregates in a major city near the adventure site and spends the first night enjoying the urban nightlife. Day Two kicks off with an early morning rise, followed by a trip out into the wild for the adventure activity.
Some detailed examples of adventure-based bachelor parties paint a clear picture of exactly how extreme adventure combines with traditional fun to produce an unforgettable experience.
Whitewater Rafting
Whitewater rafting is an adventure that can take place in multiple locations across the country. As long as there is a flowing river, someone will put a boat in it. The trick is finding the rivers that will take you to the edge, without throwing you over it. Under the guidance of an adventure expert, guys paddle, dodge, and hold on through class IV and V rapids, all while taking in spectacular views of the scenic beauty and wildlife. To compliment the adventure, the group spends the first night at an upscale hotel in a bustling downtown area and the second night in more rustic accommodations surrounded by nature. This combination creates a solid mix of fun and adventure.
Cattle Wrangling
Imagine living out the movie, City Slickers. Saddle-up the crew, ride the open range like old-time cowboys, and drive longhorn cattle through rugged mountain terrain. In the morning, work alongside real cowboys to move the thundering herd to greener pastures. Enjoy the sights and sounds of rolling rivers, towering mountain ranges, and native wildlife while attempting to control the wild herd. After the drive, see if anyone lasts eight seconds on the mechanical bull before taking aim at the skeet shooting range. Recount the day's highlights during a Texas-style-barbeque dinner including steaks, potatoes, and plenty of beer. Before you dive headfirst into the cowboy lifestyle, enjoy a night with upscale hotel accommodations, fine dining, and outstanding nightlife characteristic of the adjacent downtown area.
Charter Fishing
In groups of four to six people, the guys board separate charter boats and compete in a private fishing tournament. Someone not only has the satisfaction of wrestling a trophy fish into the boat, but also the sweet taste of victory in catching the winning fish to beat the rest of the bunch in the tournament. While everybody breathes in the fresh air and takes in picturesque views, the expert captains and crew guide the team to the hot spots and teach the boys how to reel in the big one. After a full day of fishing, camaraderie, and competition, a chef "cooks the catch" at a restaurant overlooking the water. Since most fishing trips are located in beach side towns, nights will be spent at Buffet-like bars sipping Margaritas, watching the fade over the horizon.
Skydiving
What's better than jumping out of a plane, free-falling for over a minute at 120 mph, and seeing for miles in every direction? Doing it all with some of your closest friends. After some basic training, everyone flies to 13,000+ feet and prepares for the jump. Hearts pound, men begin to fade to the back of the line, and adrenaline pumps as everybody peels out of the plane into the open sky. Once everyone has returned safely to Earth, the party begins. The boys enjoy beers in the hanger, a bonfire on the grounds, a delicious catered dinner, and a viewing of the days skydive video. To enhance this exceptional skydiving experience, upscale accommodations, fine dining, and locally distinct nightlife in a lively downtown setting complete the package.
Regardless of the adventure theme you choose, it will be important to make the outing an "experience" rather than just a trip. Answer these questions when planning your weekend to remember:
o What adventure activity is the group interested in?
o What areas of the country offer this type of activity during the group's seasonal timeframe?
o Is there a major city near the event where people can fly to at a reasonable price?
o What hotels offer high-class accommodations and fit the group's price range?
o Is there a restaurant with a private banquet facility near the hotel, where champagne toasts and words of encouragement can be uttered without upsetting the other patrons?
o What are the best bars?
o How will the group get from the hotel to the adventure outfitter?
o If the adventure is outside of the city, where will the group stay the second night?
These are just some of the questions that will come up as the event planning takes shape. The most important part of the trip is making sure the groom has a great time. So, if you are the best man, make sure to have his best interests in mind at all times. If all goes as planned, you will have successfully orchestrated a weekend filled with memories to last a lifetime and maybe even overcome some fears along the way.
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4394361395398399003.post-64768749394493625532013-10-05T09:02:00.000-07:002013-10-05T09:02:06.630-07:00Adventure Travel Vacation<div style="text-align: justify;">
<b>If you are a rookie to the world of adventure travel vacation</b>, then you will need to learn how to plan for adventure travel!
It is very important that you understand the basics of adventure travel before you actually engage in adventure travel vacation. Why? Due to the fact that adventure travel sometimes involves risk taking, you should be familiar with how to plan for adventure travel, for your own safety as well as the safety of others.
The following five adventure travel vacation tips will help you to enjoy your trip!
1. You must consider how much physical activity you would like to engage in. Do you want to simply travel the world and see exotic places which entails a relatively low physical impact or do you want to hike climb? The word adventure means something different to everyone, so if you are not truly physically inclined or you would not enjoy yourself engaging in activities that demand a lot of physical exertion, you will want to bear such a fact in mind when you are planning your adventure travel vacation.
2. You will need to decide how much you want to really do while you adventure travel. For instance, do you just want to engage in site seeing one area of one country or do you want to see several countries in several days? Conversely, do you want to simply enjoy the culture of the places you visit or do you want an adventure travel plan that is jam packed with an assortment of activities? Considering what kind of activities you like is imperative to establishing an adventure travel plan that will ensure that you enjoy yourself!
3. Learn to comparatively shop around for great prices on adventure tour plans. You should spend a few days or weeks researching different adventure tour companies and their operators. You'll find the best prices and the best tour operators for you. Remember that price does not necessarily equate to quality and just because you get a discount on an adventure travel vacation tour doesn't mean a lot if the quality of the tour operator is bad.
4. Work within your budget! Don't set your mind on a tour that you know you cannot possibly afford. Rather, determine your budget before hand and stick too it! Besides, you can always plan a more expensive adventure tour when you have the funds to do so.
5. Get a written copy of the tour operator's terms and conditions. In fact, you can probably have each company mail you a copy of their policy. After receiving a copy of each company's policy, review the policies carefully. In doing so, you will be able to find the best deal for you and you will also familiarize yourself with all of the policies. Be sure that you give a close review to the refund policies the company has in the event that you are unhappy with your final selection.</div>
Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4394361395398399003.post-56177192804203065842013-09-23T09:27:00.004-07:002013-09-23T09:27:52.896-07:00Adventure Travel From Grand Canyon Rafting to Base Jumping <b>Some people believe a break from work should</b> involve more than just a holiday: it should be an adventure! Which is why adventure travel is becoming so popular. It doesn't have to mean climbing Everest, attempting K2, or crossing a desert on the back of a camel: but it can, though it can just as easily mean a guided rafting trip in the Grand Canyon, seeing the desert from the basket of a balloon, a bungee jump like James Bond (off Switzerland's Verzasca Dam) or a road trip somewhere literally *off the beaten track*.
Trekking in Nepal or paddling the Grand Canyon are the classic adventure travel options, and for most adventure travellers involve a bit of travel to get to, but there are travel adventure options in every country -- you 'd be surprised to see the list of where all the best paragliding destinations are, and paragliding definitely qualifies as adventure travel if it's done right. Ice climbing, cave diving, shark diving, paddling between scenic islands, trekking overland, base jumping, or even heli-biking or heli-skiing can elevate your travels to adventure travels, and these kinds of adventure travel options can be found in some very unlikely destinations.
But the classic adventure options are still the best: New Zealand, for all the cycling and paddling options, as well as the extreme sports, is one of the best places for adventure travel, and Chile and Patagonia are popular for the same kinds of adventure travel attractions. Canada has the winter-y wilderness, and offers adventure travellers the chance to get back to nature and meet some exotic animals, while Borneo and the Galapagos, offer adventure travellers both untouched wilderness, unique animals and sunshine. Just in case you prefer your adventure travels without the adventurous weather.
Not all of us get the chance to have a real travel adventure. However, 'adventure holidays' are becoming ever more popular, and accessible, and not just among the young. As baby boomers mature they find they are fitter, and generally richer, than their parents were - so your 50s and 60s is a great time to take that travel adventure you never had time or money to do. Lots of adventure travel is within the realms of possibility for most people -- you don't have to be an elite athlete to cross the Sahara with a camel train, just relatively healthy and the owner of an adventurous spirit. Some adventure travel tour operators even run adventure tour options for younger explorers, and there are some gentle routes along even some of the most exciting of white water rivers, and child size mountains still worth conquering. And while once people thought of some adventure travel options as being the adventure of a life time, now a lifetime can have many travelling adventures.
Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4394361395398399003.post-59098036277620980262013-09-23T09:27:00.001-07:002013-09-23T09:27:24.237-07:00Sikkim Adventure Tour<div style="text-align: justify;">
<b>Sikkim is a small state over the land of himalays</b>. It is crowned by the Mount Kanchenjunga and also the third highest Peak in the world jeweled with its attendant peaks- pandim, Narsing, Kabru, Talung, Siniolchu, Pau-Hunri, Simvo and Jopuno. The beautiful land of Sikkim is covered by hidden valleys, mystical monasteries, snow-fed lakes and many more nature refined scenic sights. It is the place that has adventurous sites, charming places, floral Paradise and everything that a tourist desires in an adventure tour.
History:
Sikkim was inhabited by the three tribes namely Naong, Chang and the Mon, but were later completely captured by Lepcha or Rong. Sikkim is popular in the pre-History for its Buddhism. The Buddhist saint Guru Rinpoche passed through the land of Sikkim in 9th century and foretold the era of the Monarchy in the state. Sikkim is also mentioned in many of the Hindu text as Indrakil or Garden of Lord Indra.
Sikkim is one of the best spots for adventure travel in India. The most famous attraction points include Mt. Kanchenjunga, Mighty Kanchenjunga glacier and Great Valleys. Darjeeling in northeastern part of India has many of the perfect ambiances of the hill resorts with its mild climate. Trekking is the best tour that can make you explore the beauty of Sikkim in the most memorable way.The Spiritual Beauty of the nature, Flora & Fauna, stunning mountains, beautiful valleys, clean Lakes and lush evergreen forest will make you feel like Heaven on the Earth. Singalila Ridge is the Mountain Ridge that Separate ranges of West Bengal from other Himalayas Ranges to its west. Singalila Ridge and Varsey Trek are the trekking places in Sikkim that gives you complete Thrill and enjoyment.
Some of the most Popular Treks in Sikkim:
Darjeeling - Kanchenjunga Trek
Darjeeling and Sikkim Trekking
Off Beaten Treks
Singalila Ridge & Goecha La Trek
Sikkim and Kanchenjunga Trek
Varsey Trek
Yuksom To Dzongri & The Goecha La
Adventure Sports at Sikkim, Most Demanded by Tourists:
Mountaineering: Sikkim Himalayas is the best place for mountaineering in the world. In the southern part of Himalayas there is a wide range of peaks like Kanchenjunga, pandim, Narsing, Kabru, Talung with its sheer beauty.
Mountain Biking: Basically the journey starts from the Bagdogra airport. The best part of Mountain Biking is that it is customizable. The common places that you can cover are Pelling & Ravangla Region.
River Rafting: River Rafting is the adventure sport most enjoyed in Sikkim. Teesta & Rangit River are the ideal rivers for safe River Rafting. The river is covered by the thick forest from both the sides.
Yak Safari: Yaks are bovine mammals that makes the adventure sports tour more interesting and unforgettable. You can have a unique kind of experience while yak safari. You are supposed to have a ride on yak and cover the different trekking points and Rivers. The most popular trials are Dzongri area & Tsomgo Lake.
Hang Gliding: Hang Gliding is the kind of aero sport that makes you to fly over the sky like birds. At some parts of Sikkim, Hang Gliding adventure is available. It is one of the fast developing areas for Hang Gliding adventure sports.
Sikkim - Perfect for Adventure Travel
Sikkim is one of the best spots for adventure travel in India. The most famous attraction points include Mt. Kanchenjunga, Mighty Kanchenjunga glacier and Great Valleys. Darjeeling in northeastern part of India has many of the perfect ambiances of the hill resorts with its mild climate. Trekking is the best tour that can make you explore the beauty of Sikkim in the most memorable way.The Spiritual Beauty of the nature, Flora & Fauna, stunning mountains, beautiful valleys, clean Lakes and lush evergreen forest will make you feel like Heaven on the Earth. Singalila Ridge is the Mountain Ridge that Separate ranges of West Bengal from other Himalayas Ranges to its west. Singalila Ridge and Varsey Trek are the trekking places in Sikkim that gives you complete Thrill and enjoyment.
Some of the most Popular Treks in Sikkim:
Darjeeling - Kanchenjunga Trek
Darjeeling and Sikkim Trekking
Off Beaten Treks
Singalila Ridge & Goecha La Trek
Sikkim and Kanchenjunga Trek
Varsey Trek
Yuksom To Dzongri & The Goecha La
Adventure Sports at Sikkim - Most Demanded by Tourists:
Mountaineering: Sikkim Himalayas is the best place for mountaineering in the world. In the southern part of Himalayas there is a wide range of peaks like Kanchenjunga, pandim, Narsing, Kabru, Talung with its sheer beauty.
Mountain Biking: Basically the journey starts from the Bagdogra airport. The best part of Mountain Biking is that it is customizable. The common places that you can cover are Pelling & Ravangla Region.
River Rafting: River Rafting is the adventure sport most enjoyed in Sikkim. Teesta & Rangit River are the ideal rivers for safe River Rafting. The river is covered by the thick forest from both the sides.
Yak Safari: Yaks are bovine mammals that makes the adventure sports tour more interesting and unforgettable. You can have a unique kind of experience while yak safari. You are supposed to have a ride on yak and cover the different trekking points and Rivers. The most popular trials are Dzongri area & Tsomgo Lake.
Hang Gliding: Hang Gliding is the kind of aero sports that makes you to fly over the sky like birds. At some parts of Sikkim, Hang Gliding adventure is available. It is one of the fast developing areas for Hang Gliding adventure sports.
Sikkim - Perfect for Adventure Travel
Sikkim is one of the best spots for adventure travel in India. The most famous attraction points include Mt. Kanchenjunga, Mighty Kanchenjunga glacier and Great Valleys.
Darjeeling in northeastern part of India has many of the perfect ambiances of the hill resorts with its mild climate.
Trekking is the best tour that can make you explore the beauty of Sikkim in the most memorable way.
The Spiritual Beauty of the nature, Flora & Fauna, stunning mountains, beautiful valleys, clean Lakes and lush evergreen forest will make you feel like Heaven on the Earth.
Singalila Ridge is the Mountain Ridge that Separate ranges of West Bengal from other Himalayas Ranges to its west. Singalila Ridge and Varsey Trek are the trekking places in Sikkim that gives you complete Thrill and enjoyment.
Some of the most Popular Treks in Sikkim:
Darjeeling - Kanchenjunga Trek
Darjeeling and Sikkim Trekking
Off Beaten Treks
Singalila Ridge & Goecha La Trek
Sikkim and Kanchenjunga Trek
Varsey Trek
Yuksom To Dzongri & The Goecha La
Adventure Sports at Sikkim - Most Demanded by Tourists:
Mountaineering: Sikkim Himalayas is the best place for mountaineering in the world. In the southern part of Himalayas there is a wide range of peaks like Kanchenjunga, pandim, Narsing, Kabru, Talung with its sheer beauty.
Mountain Biking: Basically the journey starts from the Bagdogra airport. The best part of Mountain Biking is that it is customizable. The common places that you can cover are Pelling & Ravangla Region.
River Rafting: River Rafting is the adventure sport most enjoyed in Sikkim. Teesta & Rangit River are the ideal rivers for safe River Rafting. The river is covered by the thick forest from both the sides.
Yak Safari: Yaks are bovine mammals that makes the adventure sports tour more interesting and unforgettable. You can have a unique kind of experience while yak safari. You are supposed to have a ride on yak and cover the different trekking points and Rivers. The most popular trials are Dzongri area & Tsomgo Lake.
Hang Gliding: Hang Gliding is the kind of aero sports that makes you to fly over the sky like birds. At some parts of Sikkim, Hang Gliding adventure is available. It is one of the fast developing areas for Hang Gliding adventure sports.
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4394361395398399003.post-11703449513989081272013-09-23T09:26:00.001-07:002016-01-10T02:22:26.320-08:005 Tips to Adventure Travel in Small Groups <b>Are you planning your next vocation and thinking</b> of taking an adventure travel tour instead of traditional beach - resort type of vocation? You are not alone, many people these days prefer active, adventurous style of travel. And the best way to have a safe adventure is to go for adventure travel in a small group.
Small group adventures travel is a fast growing industry and for a good reason. There are many definite advantages to having a guided adventure vocation in a small group:
- you can get more attention from the tour guide
- there is a great variety of small group adventures available even to rare and not tourist popular destinations
- if the group is not large the tour can be better customized to your needs
- often traveling in a small group is cheaper than participating in a conventional tour, because only a few people need accommodation, so it doesn't have to be a big hotel
- tours are less formal and you have more freedom, yet a safety of having a guide, in case you need help
These tips will help you to get the most from your vocation
1. Decide what kind of adventure you are looking for. Adventure vocation is a broad term - for some it means exploring the wildness of Alaska or the jungles of Amazon, while others want a guided tour to Paris or Sydney. Not all adventures require you to be in a top physical shape. Some tours involve a lot of hiking, but not all - you can still see a lot of interesting and exciting things without accosting yourself. Find out in advance how difficult your tour is going to be.
2. Do you want to explore just one country in depth or would you rather see a lot of different things in different countries? This question might sound silly, but it actually is important. Since most adventure vocation tours are 7-14 days long, you can't expect to see a lot of places and to spend a long time in each of them. More places and countries doesn't necessarily mean better vocation, you might just become exhausted and overwhelmed by too many things to see.
3. Are you after a family adventure or you preferring only a company of adult travelers? As adventurous traveling gains its popularity, many companies offer family friendly adventure tours. These are usually light tours with many activities to interest children. So, if you plan to go with kids, search for family adventures. On the other hand, if you don't want children as members of your group, make sure to ask your travel agent, if families with kids go for this type of tour.
4. Spend several hours researching adventure travel companies and comparing adventure tours they offer - that will save you a lot of money and frustration. If you do your research online, and you should, read what other people who took the tour you like have to say. Most traveling companies put testimonials online. You can also search adventure forums, where people share their real experiences.
5. Adventure travel doesn't have to be very expensive, especially if we are talking about traveling in small groups. Search around and find a tour that suits your budget. In traveling industry expensive doesn't necessarily mean the best. Compare what activities the tours offer and what kind of accommodation is included. It is possible to find great adventure tours at reasonable prices.<br /><p>There are many tours to choose from in Ecuador but a person does well to not just try adventure tours but to try more laid back tours that require less energy. Tours that are great for all ages are very attractive and <a href="http://tourecuadorwithluis.com">Luis in Cotacachi Ecuador gives some of the best tours of Ecuador that we have found,</a> and they are tours that are great for all ages. But if you are looking for more adventure tours that require a lot of energy you could try some tours in Mindo Ecuador where you can find rafting and zip line tours for the adventurer in you.
Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4394361395398399003.post-87510970060088972762013-09-23T09:25:00.002-07:002013-09-23T09:25:48.909-07:00Top 7 Destinations For Adventure Sports and Activities in India<div style="text-align: justify;">
<b>Indian Culture is not the only thing which </b>attracts travelers to visit India, of late, India has also become a dream destination for enjoying adventure sports and activities. Probably, India is one of those countries in world which has something, rather more than something, for every type of adventure travelers and adventure seekers. Here is India, inviting all you adrenalin junkies for thrilling yourself with adventure sports like trekking, hiking, rock climbing, hang gliding, hot air ballooning, scuba diving, water skiing, snow skiing and the list never ends. Here are top 7 destinations where you can unleash your adventurous side.
1. Manali: Manali is situated in the lap of Himalayas. Here you can enjoy many adventure sports such as skiing, trekking and hiking. It offers blend of tranquility and adventure making it one of the most after adventure destination of India.
2. Ladakh: Ladakh is a remote place in northern India. With its barren highlands, steep slopes and frozen landscape is sure to make thrill seekers excited. Most popular adventure activities here are trekking, camping, mountaineering and river rafting. And of course, do not forget to visit the ancient Buddhist monasteries here.
3. Valley of Flowers: Ever imagined of being in a fairy land, then a trek to Valley of Flowers will make your dream come true, the beauty of the place will surely mesmerize you. Valley of Flowers was unknown to the world till 1931 and after being discovered it has been hosting huge number of of adventure and nature lovers every year.
4. Lakshadweep: Just 200-250 km away from Malabar Coast of Kerala, there is a spectacular island system of Lakshadweep. Visit this place to explore the marine life of the only coral islands of India, also be pampered by the simple and lovely people of the island.
5. Rajasthan: Visit Rajasthan for Camel Safari Adventure while exploring the world's most populous desert, Thar Desert. You can also chose to spend a night in the desert in some luxury camps offered by many travel companies.
6. Auli: Auli has fast made its mark in skiing adventure map of world. Excellent views of surrounding Himalayan mountains makes it a dream destination for the skiers. Slopes here present remarkable challenge for the skiers.
7. Rishikesh: Rishikesh is situated on banks of River Ganges. Land of Ashrams & Yogis is also renowned for rafting adventure. You can also chose to indulge in other adventure activities like trekking, rock climbing and camping. Rishikesh is best place for those who want learn Yoga & Meditation.
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4394361395398399003.post-54721294931869428062013-09-23T09:25:00.000-07:002013-09-23T09:25:19.022-07:00Adventure Tours in India<div style="text-align: justify;">
<b>Dense jungles, wildest wildlife, zigzag rivers</b>, high mountains and many more; yes we are talking about the great India! India is one of the rare parts of our planet that has been endowed with magnificent natural beauty. Whether be Himalayas or Thar Desert, Corbett or Kaziranga; every inch of India takes you to another level of adventure. India draws adventure loving people from all round the globe and no wonder, India is rated as the primmest adventure tour spot.
India: Adventure at Its Best!
For finding adventures in India, you need not travel far as the adventure begins just from your doorstep. Safari, trekking, camping and many more adventure activities, list of adventures in India is endless. Beginning with the jungles and wildlife; places like West Bengal, Madhya Pradesh, Karnataka and others are famous for their enriched wildlife. People especially coming for trekking tours of jungles or wildlife, these places are just perfect. Here, you can feel the adventures of India with much more proximity.
Not only this, places like Goa, Kerala, Tamilnadu and their beaches are no less than heaven for water sports lovers. Snorkelling, scuba diving, fishing, boating and many more water adventures are exclusively available here.
Range of adventure in India is same as its size; high mountains and hills of Aravali or Leh-Laddakh, Himachal, Uttaranchal and numerous other places; all have been home for trekkers and mountaineers from worldwide.
Indian Adventures Calling You
Be it trekking tours, expedition tours or mere camping; adventures never end in India. Now, adventure tours in India are pretty easy and much more enjoyable. Modern facilities have made adventures tours in India safer and risk free. Also, new generation adventure tours like mountain biking, bungee jumping, skiing and many more have added to the reasons for adventure tours in India. That has been the main reason that now India is highly touristed all round summer, winter and rainy seasons.
People wishing to see the truest face of the nature must not wait as adventure tours in India are waiting for your footmarks. Learn Indian geography with a new angle and experience maximal thrill touring unseen parts of India.
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4394361395398399003.post-2663324755467900912013-09-23T09:24:00.002-07:002013-09-23T09:24:34.458-07:00Adventure Marketing - What It Can Do for Your Adventure Tour Business<div style="text-align: justify;">
<b>Are you a business owner who happens</b> to run an adventure tour company? Whether your company provides guided hiking tours, fishing tours, boat tours, or rafting tours, do you rely on adventure marketing to help make your business a success? If you do not, you have no what you are missing, which actually could be hundreds of thousands of dollars in profits, if not more.
Adventure marketing is a term that is often used to describe the marketing of adventure related activities, like adventure tours. Adventure marketing is ideal for just about any type of business, but it is critical to those who run adventure tour companies in popular vacation destinations. That is why it is important that you learn more about adventure marketing, particularly if you are not already taking advantage of it.
Although it is nice to know that adventure marketing is important and can help improve your business profits, you may be wondering exactly why that is. As you likely already know, marketing is when you or a professional markets or advertises your business to the general public, preferably your targeted market. A form of adventure marketing may include buying advertising space on an adventure tours travel website or even choosing to have your business listed in an online directory of fun, adventurous travel tours.
When it comes to examining the importance of using adventure marketing to your advantage, you need to look at what adventure marketing can do for you and your adventure tour business. For instance, if you were to run a rafting tour company, do you think that potential customers would be able to find you and your business all on their own? Yes, maybe if you had a prime business location, but you shouldn't just rely on your business location. It is advised that you take extra steps to ensure that the public knows that your business is available, as well as what it has to offer.
What is nice about adventure marketing is that you can do your own adventure marketing or you can rely on a professional adventure marketing expert or you can even take both approaches. As previously mentioned, adventure marketing may include something as simple as requesting to have your adventure tour listed on an adventure tour directory website or the buying of advertisement space on a travel website. Additional ways that you can market your business include creating an online website, creating informational brochures to hand out to prospective clients, as well as requesting space in a state sponsored travel guide or brochure.
As a reminder, if you do not advertise the fact that you are running an adventure tour business, there is a good chance that many will not even know that your business exists. That is why it is advised that you take the time to examine adventure marketing, as it may be able to help increase your customer count, as well as your profits.
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4394361395398399003.post-91283399628310732872013-09-23T09:24:00.000-07:002013-09-23T09:24:06.737-07:00Adventure Travel - an Exciting Thrill<div style="text-align: justify;">
<b>Do you want to add a little adventure to your
life</b>? Do you want to be engaged in something you
have never done before? The unique information
here will help you to considering a vacation that
will bring memories and expierences that will
last a lifetime.
Believe it, adventure travel is for every kind of
people. Youngsters who want to get excited by
travelling through Alaska with a dog sled or
other risky activities and elder couple who
define a hot air balloon ride as adventurous.
Thus, if you engage in adventure travel, you will
meet individuals from all walks of life--and
ironically, this is a form of adventure in and of
itself.
When considering adventure travel versus regular
travel you will find that adventure travel has
much more to offer than regular travel. During
your adventure travel there is always a tour
operator with much experience and knowledge and
know how to effectively handle the situations
that you are engaging in. Conversely, adventure
travel is frequently jam packed with activities
for you to engage in; especially activities that
match the theme of whatever adventure tour you
have selected. Thus, in terms of guaranteed
activity--guarantee activities during regular
travel is limited to none while adventure travel
aims to fulfill its name: a trip loaded to the
brim with adventure!
First, before you begin making adventure travel
plans, you must consider how much physical
activity you would like to engage in. For
instance, do you want to simply travel the world
and see exotic places which entails a relatively
low physical impact or do you want to hike or
rock climb? An equally important aspect to
learning how to plan for adventure travel is
learning how to comparatively shop around for
great prices on adventure tour plans.Remember
that price does not necessarily equate to quality
and just because you get a discount on an
adventure travel tour doesn't mean that you will
appreciate the tour operator!
In short, there is a form of adventure travel for
everyone--even you! All you have to do is
determine what the words unique and adventure
means to you.</div>
Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4394361395398399003.post-30159988369553755352013-09-23T09:23:00.003-07:002013-09-23T09:23:22.099-07:00Adventure Holidays in India <b> India is a land of contrasts with diverse languages</b>, ethnic groups, religions and traditions. Immerse yourself in the teaming bazaars, holy cities and Moghul forts. See a wide array of wildlife with 500 species of animals including tiger, leopard, elephant, and rhino, 200 species and sub-species of birds and 30,000 insect species.
High Himalayas, dark deep woods, Great Indian Desert, and an extensive coastline make India a formidable destination for those who are always up for dares and challenges. Adventure Holidays in India are rigorous and intense. You can opt for India Luxury Tours with sufficient number of adventure activities planned throughout the itinerary or go for more unusual travel experiences that qualify for off-the-beaten track adventure trips in India.
Jungle safaris on an elephant's back along Tiger Trails in some of the best known National Parks and Tiger Reserves of India might be more popular but you might love to go for adrenaline-pumping motorbike safaris on a Royal Enfield or 'Bullet' as it is popularly known in India. Hot air ballooning, para-gliding, heli-skiing, zip-lining over the ancient Neemrana Fort are just some of the various fun activities you can opt for during your India Adventure Tours.
Bicycle tours along the countryside in South India are highly recommended if you want to experience real India first-hand. An option to stay and dine with traditional Indian families in their homes allows you to mingle with the locals and know more about their culture and lifestyle. Riding an elephant back like a King or Queen to the Amber Fort in Jaipur, Rajasthan is fun while Horse Safaris with descendants of erstwhile royals to rural Rajasthan or high-altitude trails in Himalayas are once-in-a-lifetime experiences you will cherish forever.
It takes some time to get used to the wobbly strides of a Camel, the Ship of the Desert and the most popular form of transport to more remote areas of Rajasthan. Yak Ride in Ladakh is another unusual activity you might want to try. There are endless options for Bird watching Tours and Wildlife Adventure Tours throughout India and each region has its own flavor with unique climatic and geological conditions, amazing biodiversity, and rare and endangered species of flora and fauna endemic to that region.
Those who are more active may perhaps want to go for more rigorous options of mountaineering, rock climbing, trekking, skiing, white river rafting, rappelling, bungee jumping, cliff jumping, snorkeling and deep sea diving. There is no dearth of adventure in India. The vastness of the country offers such diversity of landscapes and geology that it just takes a little imagination to come up with a personalized tour itinerary that keep entire group of vacationers happy for any length of time.
Fun-filled nights in Goa, known for its tropical beaches and music, serve as a happy break to foreign tourists from America and Europe who feel more at home there. The early Portuguese domination in Goa followed by the British rule has lent an European feel to the entire region. You will find a number of swanky churches here too.
Romantic houseboat cruises in Kerala backwaters many not make blood rush to your ears but they are highly recommended for couples visiting the country. The quaint beauty of thick forests casting their emerald green reflection in the channels and waterways look especially beautiful at sunrise. Bird songs, and fishes and amphibians (not found anywhere else in the world) that you encounter during Kerala houseboat cruises provide a perfect epilogue to your delightful adventure tours in
India.
Adventure holidays are becoming the choice of today's traveler. India offers wide opportunities in this field because of its rich and varied climates. In northern India, one could experience trekking, mountaineering, gliding, paragliding and many other adventure activities in snow covered peaks of Himachal and Uttaranchal. In Rajasthan, adventure has a different face. You can experience the heat of desert and sand dunes while on Camel Safaries or Jeep safaris. South India offers water sporting opportunities like boat race, water sports and much more.
If you love wildlife, you can take experience the beauty in dense forest among wild animals in wildlife safaris, jungle safaris and jeep safaris of Uttaranchal and Karnataka. Uttaranchal, the land of holy rivers and there origins offers White water rafting and is hub for various other adventure sports activities like trekking, river rafting and wildlife safari. Garhwal offers some very exciting opportunities for the water sport lover. The Ganga with its frothing and foaming waters throw up a challenge that no rafter on this earth can look away from. The rivers in Uttaranchal are said to offer the best rafting opportunities in world. The hills of North India have all the ingredients for exploit packed with thrills - an unexplored valley, towering peaks, flowing rivers, a splendid combination of flora & fauna, snow-capped mountains and vast tracts of virgin snow.
Karanataka, another state in India unfolds its many surprises that seem to have been created just for the adventure holidays seekers and nature lovers. Verdant forest, unexplored hill ranges and deep blue water are peculiar features which describes adventurous tours in Karanataka in the form of Rock climbing, Aerosports, Water Sports, White water Rafting, coracling, canoeing, kayaking and windsurfing.
The beauty of Kashmir attracts many tourists to this "Paradise on Earth". Apart from the enthusiastic nature lovers, the high peaks of the Himalayas attract thousands of adventure sports lovers to the state. Adventure holidays in Kashmir are increasingly attracting Indian and overseas lovers of the outdoors.Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4394361395398399003.post-51259226183323740592013-09-23T09:22:00.005-07:002013-09-23T09:22:44.387-07:00Best Adventure Tour Destinations in India<div style="text-align: justify;">
<b>When it comes to adventure tour destinations</b>, India is a land that has plenty to offer. With its varied geography, this land provides an outstanding opportunity for a number of adventure tours. This is land where you can enjoy your adventure tour by participating in different trekking expeditions, across various trails in the Himalayas. Here, you can even enjoy adventure tour to the snow capped peaks in the Himalayas or raft down the voluble rivers in the foothills of the Himalayas. Adventure tours in India has something to offer for everyone.
In last couple of years, there has been a great rise in adventure tour in India. Some of the best destinations in India are:
Ladakh
Sikkim
Himachal
Garhwal Himalays Region
These places have witnessed a huge growth in adventure tour programs and adventure buffers. These destinations beckon you to explore and enjoy the exciting adventure sports. The thrill that you can feel here can never be surpassed by any other expedition in India.
Some of the popular adventure programs in India are:
Trekking: If you are one of those who carry a passion for exploring the real natural beauty close to your eyes then trekking is the best option. In India, trekking can be best done in Laddakh and Garhwal region. In fact these regions are considered as one of the most loved trekking destinations. Every season, tourists from all across the globe come here to trek and explore new dimensions of adventures.
Camping: If you want to be amongst nature, then this land also offers you the choice to go for camping. Camping adventure in Sikkim offers a new challenge for adventure. Situated in some of the loveliest meadows that you will ever see, in the foothills of Himalaya, camping in Sikkim help you learn about local culture and people which you may never come across in your city.
River Rafting: India is one of the few countries in world that offers some of the best adventure tour destinations when it comes to river rafting. Garhwal, Sikkim and Ladakh are few destinations where you can mainly enjoy river rafting adventure. Most of the rivers are covered with thick forest from both sides and can be the best option to explore the beauty of these regions in memorable way.</div>
Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4394361395398399003.post-11685181196277453282013-09-23T09:22:00.001-07:002013-09-23T09:22:04.964-07:00Adventure Travel An Exciting And Enthralling Experience<div style="text-align: justify;">
<b>You often hear people talking</b> about adventure travel and that makes you wonder as to what adventure travel actually is. It is something by which u can add adventure and fun to your life. So before going for an adventure travel, you must know what it is. Adventure travel doesn't mean that you have to endanger your life for your trip to be called adventurous!
The term adventurous is a concept that is not defined physically when you talk about adventure travel. This concept is defined psychologically. Different people have different definitions of adventure. Earlier adventure travel meant going abroad or just traveling to different places. However, its definition has changed today. Adventure travel is when you experience an event rather than being a mere spectator in your travels. It is actually living in the present and experiencing the place and not just sight seeing.
Adventure is different for everyone. What may appear adventurous to you could be totally boring for someone. And that is reason that there are so many options available if you want to go for adventure travel. You can choose the one which suits you, and more importantly the one which excites you! White water rafting or kayaking can be fun for someone. On the other hand camping in an interesting place can de defined as adventurous by some people. Hot air balloon ride may sound boring to you but it can be the perfect adventure travel for some.
Adventure travel is when you get yourself involved in an enthralling experience. It includes boating, kayaking, hiking, sky diving, mountain climbing, scuba diving, sailing, bicycling and much more! You should not indulge yourself into any form of adventure travel in which you are not comfortable. The level of risk in your travel is defined by you just like term adventure is defined individually. Adventure travel is getting yourself engaged into a new experience but make sure that you are totally comfortable in what you are doing.
You can choose a tour if you wish to go for adventure travel. Such adventure travel tours are available for couples and families. But don't worry in case you are single, adventure tours are also available for you. So you can make a plan for an adventure tour. You can choose a tour which suits you best. These tours usually have two groups of people. One group goes on sight seeing and visits their areas of interest, whereas the other group involves itself in adventurous activities. Of course the type of activity depends on the tour which you have selected.</div>
Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4394361395398399003.post-72263897180670223592013-05-25T10:42:00.000-07:002013-12-30T06:43:49.756-08:00Science and Technology - Definition by Real Life Examples<div id="article-content"> <p><b>How someone could define what is Science and Technology?</b></p><p>Science is search for the profound knowledge. Scientists investigate the world around us. They observe how things work and develop ideas about ways to make them work better. Sometimes they try to test an idea to explain how something works. Scientists perform experiments to find out how things work. The knowledge that they discover is useful for many things. It can help to build new machines. It can help scientists to develop new medicines or cure a disease. Technology is the use of scientific knowledge to create new things.</p><p><b>Then what is an Inventor?</b></p><p>An inventor is a person who creates a new idea or device to perform a task. An invention is the new technology created. An inventor with a new idea or design for an invention may decide to have the idea protected. The idea gets protection from the law in a paper called a patent. A patent prevents other people from making, using, or selling the new idea without permission from the inventor. Some inventions are simply a better way of doing or building something. They may improve an existing technology. Other inventions are much more complicated.</p><p>Today's technology has been in the process of development for thousands of years. New inventions are constantly changing how people work and play. They change how people think and live. The future constantly brings us even more changes. This will happen as we continue to learn about the world.</p><p><b>Do we depend on science and technology?</b></p><p>What did you do today? Did you talk on the telephone? Did you ride in a car or on a bus? Did you use a computer or turn on a light? If you did any of these things, you used technology.</p><p>Almost everybody uses some form of technology at work, home, or school. Computer programmers use computer technology to write a computer program. People may write letters using a computer program called a word processor. Many people work in the entertainment industry. Camera operators use television and motion-picture cameras. They use them to make TV shows and movies. Disc jockeys, or DJs, play records and CDs on the radio.</p><p>Scientists use all sorts of technology to study the Earth and the Universe. Businesses often have telephones, fax machines, and computers. Graphic designers use desktop publishing programs to create books and magazines. Doctors frequently use medical technology. They use it to treat injuries, illnesses, and diseases such as cancer. Pilots fly airplanes and helicopters. Who knows what jobs will be created by new technologies in the future!</p> </div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4394361395398399003.post-60418747333667509402013-05-23T08:41:00.000-07:002013-12-30T06:43:49.726-08:00Will Computer Hardware and Technological Innovation Leave ATC Workers
Unemployed?<div id="article-content"> <p>If you will recall back in Ronald Reagan's day as President, there was a showdown between his administration and the air traffic control workers. He warned them not to strike or they'd be fired - they did, and they were. End of story, or is it. That is to say will history repeat in the future if we bring forth Artificial Intelligent Computers, New Computer Hardware, and the third phase of NextGen ATC equipment and technologies? I believe so, and thus, we were having a conversation about these potential future eventualities at our Think Tank recently.</p><p>Consider if you will some of our comments here - think about what Troy Laclaire is saying and some of the points of contention I bring up, and I'd like to start this dialogue out with reminding folks that anytime human beings develop better tools to do their jobs, there will be fewer jobs to do, thus, some folks will be let go. The jobs that remain will be lower skill levels and much higher skill levels but those in the middle will disappear.</p><p>Now then, when it comes to the latest and greatest air traffic control systems being introduced one must ask why will we need humans in the process. After all, most of the near misses or runway incursions are due to human error, either air traffic controllers or the pilots themselves. So, let's remove them from the situation. Yes, both the pilots and the controllers. But today, let's talk about air traffic controllers, as future UAVs will surely tell all the pilots; "You're Fired!" but that's for another article.</p><p>If we use the recording and data from the best air traffic controllers to program the AI system, then the controllers will inevitably be worked out of a job right? So, I said jokingly; Train the computers, and let the Air Traffic Control B.A.S.E. jump off the tower to grow some balls? But seriously, what will we use all those old control towers for, as the computers will most likely be underground in air-conditioned rooms with full electronic security, no one goes in or out unless they have clearance as the official IT personnel for the system?</p><p>Now then, we may as well some of those control towers for something, but they are many stories tall, so should we dismantle them instead? Troy notes; "If this type of system was put in place, you wouldn't have a need really for a control tower, and could put everyone below ground." Right, which was another point, namely; what to use them for - restaurants, observation decks, tours, lounges, bars? BASE Jumping locations? Sniper towers to get the bad guys - what?</p><p>Troy wonders; "well, there are many different uses you can use the current towers for. Heck, why not setup homeless shelters or lease the building out to companies to use as remote data centers since they already have communications capabilities?" And really he's onto something there, it's a great place for antennas, and all those control towers are fully wired.</p><p>Well, out with the old computer hardware, in with the new, but indeed, this does change everything, fewer jobs, less human error, and more systems. Please consider all this.</p> </div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4394361395398399003.post-63761195776539372042013-05-21T05:27:00.000-07:002013-12-30T06:43:49.740-08:00Careers in Health and Technology<div id="article-content"> <p>So, you want a career in the healthcare industry, but you don't want to be a nurse or a doctor. What other options do you have? Answer: Plenty. Here are just a few healthcare specialties that you can pursue:</p><p><u>Cardiovascular Technology </u></p><p>Cardiology Technologists (CT) work closely with doctors in diagnosing patients with cardiac ailments. A vital part of a CT's role is performing cardiac and/or vascular tests, administering and monitoring various cardiac tests, inserting catheters, pacemakers and other medical devices used to treat cardiac patients.</p><p>Most colleges make it so that part of the Cardiovascular Technology program curriculum includes hands-on experience and training at hospitals and clinics. This will allow students to get a realistic view of what a career in Cardiovascular Technology involves, and will also give them the opportunity to see which healthcare environment they would best like to work in.</p><p><u>Diagnostic Cardiac Sonography </u></p><p>A sonographer is a healthcare professional who assists physicians in the diagnosis process by taking internal images of patients. Taking these images can be quite invasive, and can make patients feel very uncomfortable, so sonographers are expected to exercise a lot of patience and compassion.</p><p>In addition to taking images, sonographers may also be required to consult and update a patient's medical history file, as well as analyze technical data in order to be able to suggest procedures based on diagnostic data.</p><p><u>Medical Radiation </u></p><p>A Medical Radiation technologist (MRT, or a Radiologic technologist) assists in using radiant energy techniques in order to diagnose and treat patients. When we think radiation, we typically think of cancer treatment. An MRT may spend most of their career assisting with the treatment of cancer patients. But, there are Radiologic specialities that do not only focus on cancer treatment, including radiography, fluoroscopy, sonography and computed tomography.</p><p><u>Occupational Therapist Assistant and Physiotherapist Assistant </u></p><p>An OTA will work directly with patients who are suffering from a lack of motor functions and reasoning. The severity of a patients' conditions can vary, meaning OTA's can expect to work with a range of motor disabilities, including patients who have lost the ability to walk or speak, or even to carry out everyday tasks, like making a pot of coffee or taking a shower.</p><p><u>Personal Support Worker </u></p><p>A PSW plays a vital role in the healthcare system, and is responsible to perform a variety of extremely necessary tasks, including bathing and dressing patients with limited mobility; making and changing patient beds; maintaining a tidy environment for the patient, being mindful of and reporting any unusual or alarming behaviour by the patient.</p><p>PSWs have the opportunity to work in a variety of healthcare settings, including hospitals, clinics, nursing homes, or private home care.</p><p><u>Pharmacy Technician </u></p><p>The principal role of a pharmacy technician is to assist pharmacists in preparing and administering pharmaceutical medication. PT's are also expected to know and be able to advise on the regulations and methodologies regarding prescriptions.</p><p>It may seem as though a pharmacy professional is responsible to know and understand only those issues pertaining to prescription drugs. However, pharmacy technicians are also required to know the ins and outs of alternative or all-natural medication. This better equips them to be able to suggest or advise a client on what type of medication would be best for them to use.</p><p>It is obvious that nurses and doctors are not the only professionals who receive healthcare training. Most <a target="_new" rel="nofollow" href="http://www.mohawkcollege.ca/">Health and Technology</a> colleges offer programs that complement health courses with hands-on training in order to better prepare students for the job in question.</p> </div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4394361395398399003.post-43508157146162605672013-05-19T04:29:00.000-07:002013-12-30T06:43:49.733-08:00Trucking Industry and Technology<div id="article-content"> <p>The Trucking Industry is a great place to start when talking about new propulsion techniques and technologies because the economies of scale are so huge and the cost savings from even an incremental upgrade more than justify the expenditures in Research and Development to get us there. New Truck Technologies might not sound like a glamorous business but it is a multi-Billion Dollar Industry.</p><p>Right now the Industry Technology experts in the Trucking Sector are discussing Fuel Costs, Current Industry Innovations, Fuel Cells and all sorts of potential possibilities on the horizon. But we ask; What is over the Horizon?</p><p>What propulsion technologies are out there that we have not considered yet - that are not in the works or even on the drawing boards quite yet? The T-5 Group (The Truck Technology Think Tank Technology Team) considered this and came up with a few potential future technologies and narrowed those down to real hone in on what might be feasible in the next 20-years. Interestingly enough they are not alone.</p><p>Many superstar engineering teams at the top Trucking Industry Corporations are considering similar strategies to upgrade the efficiency of logistical flows using computers and more advanced trucks with better propulsion system, better aerodynamics and stronger and lighter materials.</p><p>So you ask; How far along are they in these exploits? Well, you might be surprised that the over-the-road truck you see on the highway is a lot more high-tech than you think. But even if you look under the hood and read up on its features, still it is nothing compared to what the Trucks of the Future will be like.</p> </div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4394361395398399003.post-44603140650117373502013-05-18T12:01:00.000-07:002013-12-30T06:43:49.747-08:00USB Computer Speakers - The New Wave in Computer Speaker Technology<div id="article-content"> <p>Do you find yourself using your computer for many things from enjoying music to watching movies? Are you still using the stock speakers that your computer originally came with? If you answered yes to both these questions, then you should consider buying USB computer speakers. These devices are becoming more and more popular for a variety of reasons:</p><p>o Firstly, they are very convenient to use. You no longer need to plug the speakers into an electrical socket. Just plug them into one of your USB ports and they will automatically work. They are also very portable, so you can carry them around with you wherever you go. Do you own your own laptop?</p><p>You shouldn't be satisfied listening to poor quality audio from your laptop speakers. Instead, you should bring portable speakers with you wherever so you go, so you can enjoy high quality audio anytime.</p><p>o Secondly, these speakers work great. There are currently dozens of USB speaker brands competing for the lion's share of the market. This means that the companies have to continue manufacturing the best and most innovative speakers, so you can enjoy your favorite movies, music and more in audio bliss.</p><p>o Thirdly, it is inevitable that the stiff competition will also lead to the lowering of prices. Even the best quality speakers are now more affordable than ever because the companies want to attract more customers to buy their products. If you could not afford a good set of computer speakers in the past, now is a better time than ever to buy them.</p><p>There are indeed many benefits to purchasing USB computer speakers, so why don't you buy one today?</p> </div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4394361395398399003.post-11315568543602142202013-05-16T09:27:00.000-07:002013-12-30T06:43:49.680-08:00Computers and Technology: The Danger of Using Social Media<div id="article-content"> <p>Do you think you would ever walk into a bar, stand on a table and start shouting out all the details of your life?</p><p>What about walking up to a complete stranger in the mall and asking if that person would like to be your friend or build a relationship with you?</p><p>Well, those who use the internet and social media often do things online that they would never do face-to-face or in public.</p><p>The problem is that when you post things that you think are only for the eyes of friends or family, you forget that there are thousands of other people who can also view them. Some might be innocent bystanders whereas others might not have noble intentions. And don't try to tell me that you have an antivirus program to protect you. If there are people smart enough to hack into the Pentagon's computer, there are people who can get around your program.</p><p>This week, researchers have warned that no matter how secure your site is, those who play <em>FarmVille</em> can easily become victims of identity theft. The terms of agreement that you likely didn't read when you made a <em>Facebook</em> account state that all information and photos you post become the property of <em>Facebook</em>. That means that you might see your photo plastered on an advertisement for Viagra or in another place that you would not otherwise approve in the future.</p><p>Teenagers who grew up with the internet tend to use it as their major form of communication but they don't seem to have gotten the message that what you put on the internet stays there forever - even if you think you have erased it. Imagine how embarrassed one might be in the years to come if or when others access information you wrote as a youth just when you are applying for an important job, running for a political office or trying to be an example for others to follow.</p><p>And the problems are not just occurring because of the actions of children and teenagers. Adults who think it is cute to post pictures of their children or grandchildren risk having them be seen by perpetrators - and some of them might not just be interested in looking. When you add personal information, it sets the child up for a kidnapping - or worse.</p><p>I have heard people state that they are not worried about identity fraud because they don't have any money anyway. Well, consider this. Have you ever lost your wallet? Think of all the problems you had in trying to replace ID and notify credit card companies about the loss. Now add to this the fact that someone is out there ruining your reputation as they try to impersonate you in any number of ways.</p><p>Someone told my daughter that you should never post anything you wouldn't want your mother to see. Well, that doesn't even take it far enough. You can trust your mother - but you can't trust everyone else who has access to a computer.</p><p>It's time to stop playing innocent or pretending that it won't happen to you. When you put information on the internet, you risk your financial security, your reputation and may even set up the ones you love the most for serious harm.</p> </div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4394361395398399003.post-48792808113316576712013-05-15T08:37:00.000-07:002013-12-30T06:43:49.712-08:00Relationship Between Cloud Computing and Virtualization<div id="article-content"> <p>Cloud Computing is a technology, used by several companies who wants to reduce costs, and have access to programs and applications which are not physically installed in their computers or servers. The concept of electricity maybe compared to how this technology works, although the consumer does not know where, and how the power is produced, consumers still have access to power whenever they need just by plugging in an appliance and turning it on. This concept is almost the same as cloud computing, but the main kind of communication used with this technology is the internet. Cloud computing as defined by NIST or National Institute of Standard and Technology is a technology that provides scalable IT capabilities that are offered as services through the internet for multiple users, many users will then share pooled IT resources reducing costs and resulting to greater computing efficiency.</p><p>Think of it this way; a company that uses computers will need several systems to provide services, communicate and store information, this also means the more computers you have the more software licenses, servers and storage devices would be needed as your company grows. Behind all these are several people working all day long to make sure that servers, applications and storage devices are working properly and updated. The company will also then need spaces to store these servers and storage devices, and to prevent overheating you will also need cooling appliances which costs money. With cloud computing several of these procurement are taken off. If these company use or migrate to cloud computing they will just need the computers and sometimes a single server to run the business smoothly. All the other computing needs are then outsourced to the clouds, which are servers and storage devices in different locations which can be turned on or off depending on the company's computing demand. No more expensive software licenses, no more need for several servers and support people to maintain all these. This company will then pay the cloud computing provider as they use the services, it's like taking a cab and paying through the meter.</p><p>Virtualization is a technology which helps companies and individuals to utilize their computers, applications, storage devices and servers more efficiently. This can be defined as running multiple instance of something (Operating System) in something (Computers) when it is only designed to run one instance. There are different types of Virtualisation. Server Virtualisation - Is a type of virtualisation that consolidates multiple physical servers to virtual servers and is then ran on a single physical server. Application Virtualisation - an application is ran on another host where it is installed and is remotely accessed from a different computer. Example of which is desktop virtualization, Presentation Virtualization - runs on a met frame like Citrix, the application is then run in a different host however can also be seen on the clients screen. Network Virtualization - This type of virtualisation uses the network in a carved up way, which can then be run on multiple purposes, through the switch, NIC's, VLAN's, storage devices and other devices that can control a network Storage Virtualization - means your storage devices is then consolidated and managed in a virtual storage device, The servers where this is connected to is unaware of the physical location of the virtualized storage device.</p><p>Cloud Computing and Virtualization are two different technologies that are most of the time interchanged. These technologies will work without the other. Although, cloud computing is better utilized if desktop Virtualization is done first since most Cloud computing requires multiple virtual servers and storage devices to work or what you may call multitenancy. Virtualization on the other hand, enables a business or an individual to save on their computing needs and resources by making virtualized version of a physical resource in the same resource. For example server A, is only utilized by 30 percent most of the time and server B is utilized only by 50 percent, These two can be combined together by making a virtual server A in server B and therefore not physically using Server A anymore. This means that you save money and resources by eliminating server A from the equation.</p><p>Deeper explanation of Server Virtualization</p><p>Virtualized servers in a physical server run side by side in the same environment without compatibility issues, because these virtual servers are isolated and are then encapsulated with different layers. From Hardware layer, Virtualization layer and different environments such operating systems and applications. in Hardware layer each virtual server has a dedicated memory, hardrive and processor allocated for it in the physical server. Just like it is an operational Physical server. Most of the time Virtualization converts 20 physical servers to one by turning nineteen of these to physical server into one virtualized server instead.</p><p>Cloud computing on the other hand, uses resources that you do not have physical access to, these resources can be servers, applications, operating systems, storage devices and so forth. When you say you compute through a cloud, that means your computing resources are outsourced to vendors while you pay these providers for what you use. Unlike, if you use the conventional computing then you will need all the equipments, people and software for everything to work without problems. Cloud computing means that these resources are then provided to you by a company without you worrying about maintenance, space for your equipments and software licenses because your cloud computing provider will take care of it. All you need to do is log in to your computer, monitor your usage release or employ more servers depending on your computing needs.</p> </div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com