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Skiing in Lebanon

Rrolandos Constantinides was finally lured by stories of superior skiiing in Lebanon, and his only regret is that he didn't take advantage of the skiing there sooner.

Monteverde Cloud Forest Preserve - A Diamond in the Clouds

Thomas Lera extolls the virtues of the Monteverde Cloud Forest Preserve, a brilliant wash of sensory overload.

Follow The Rope

Climbing Mt. Adams taught Ed Abell some excellent lessons but the most valuable piece of his education was one that his teammates already knew... It was that the tremendous satisfaction of taking those impossible steps grows to the point where you want to take the "test" again.

Kayaking in the Yasawas - Yasawas, Fiji

Jill March spent part of her honeymoon kayaking the Yasawa Islands in Fiji, a stunning chain of 16 volcanic islands where it's always warm and dry and the waters are always calm and clear, and found her dream paradise.

Backcountry Skiing Aid

Tom Barry outlines the basics of first aid when you're off the iced-over path.

The Great Outdoors - of China - Guilin, China

The less traveled road has its challenges, but Stephen Chien thinks the rewards are well worth it - especially in China's great outdoors, which is perfect for biking, hiking, swimming and climbing through scenery that has inspired poets and artists for thousands of years.

The Big Wet - Seventeen Days in Torres del Paine - Torres Del Paine NP, Patagonia, Chile

George Kalli has his share - and more! - of wet weather hiking in Patagonia, and still manages to have a grand time.

Set Sail Along Maine's Mid-Coast

Becky Garrison offers an overview of the beauty and joys of sailing along Maine's pristine midcoast.

Would You Like to Kiss a Palm Tree?

Kevin Pohlmann takes to the skies in Egypt.

Tulamben Wreck

Pieter Black explores the USS Liberty in Bali, Indonesia.

A Budget African Safari

Andrea Granahan offers her take on a budget safari.

Western Waves

Cat George discovers the joys of surfing as a spectator sport on Western Australia's southern coast.

Along the Arctic Trail

Rolf Palmberg describes a hike to the Finnish-Swedish-Norwegian tripoint in the Malla Nature Reserve, the second largest wilderness area in Finland.

Choquequirao - The Real Lost City of the Inca

Alex Welsh knows there are thousands who dream of a genuinely lost Inca city they can enjoy in solitude and serenity. This article is for them.

A Three Day Playdate With the Amazon

Voula Kosmopoulos's three difficult days of being introduced to the Amazon conjured an enormous amount of respect and fear. She'd probably have to stick to the notion that it literally is a once-in-a- lifetime experience.

Chase the Sun

Dennis Brown knows that real men ride Harleys...he just has to convince the cops.

Himalayas Trekking - Kathmandu, Nepal

Shyam K.C. details information on trekking some of the world's highest peaks.

Central Balkan - One of Europe's Intact Spots

Protected territories, national parks and nature reserves are amongst the outstanding riches of a country. Bulgaria really is a rich country - high mountains, deep gorges and abysses, steep rocks and caves, springs gushing out, roaring waterfalls, cool climate, wild fruit and medical plants, rare and endangered species, and more.

Jungle Jane Experiences Some Monkey Magic - Cuyabeno Reserve, Ecuador

Helen Bolton visits a local indigenous community of Siona people who have lived in the forests for centuries. It was very different to when her grandma made a similar visit to a community in the Amazon rainforest 30 years ago.

The Everglades: Florida's Perpetually Dynamic River of Grass - Everglades, Florida, USA

Author Llew Bardecki discovers the everglades, south Florida's wondrous wetlands.

Stay Away From Barges

Michael Leuthe completes a 57 day canoe trip.

Carreterra Austral Top to Bottom - Travel Tips and Reflections

George Kalli and his girlfriend traveled a majority of the Carretera Austral from north to south, involving a total of 8 minibus rides, 3 ferry rides, 1 boat ride, 1 hired car, 9 hitched rides, and an approximately 21 kilometer hike.

Living Dangerously in Pucon, Chile

George Kalli's girlfriend had seen Hidro Speed in a film before - ending with shots of bloody and broken Norwegians clutching pieces of Styrofoam as they dragged themselves out of the water. She had wanted to try this sport ever since.

Top 7 Reasons Why You Should Vist Khao Sok National Park, Thailand

Khao Sok National Park in Thailand is, quite simply, nature at her best. Whether you're looking for a holiday full of adventure or one with plenty of time for relaxation, this stunning rainforest oasis will leave you with a lasting impression and a desire to return time and time again to this secret piece of paradise.

Raging Waters

The rushing glacial melt, barely warm enough to even be water, was pounding us. Kristen Pope was almost to the other side, yet the water was still getting deeper. She was in the backcountry of Denali National Park, fording her first Alaskan river.

Written Memoirs of a Tugboat Stowaway

Matt Landau had no idea where he was going or how long it would take...but he kinda liked it that way.

Pamporovo – the Snow That Sparkles in the Southern Sun

Pamporovo greats its visitors with crispy air that seems to shatter into pieces with the subdued clink of breaking crystal, with its high pine trees heavy with snow and its perfect ski tracks. Pamporovo also welcomes its visitors with its original folklore traditions, its many and diverse options for tourism and fun, with its incredible tavern and local cuisine delight.

Muito Bonito

Ryan Keller tells of his adventures in the eco-friendly town of Bonito, Brazil.

A Late Autumn in Laos

John Spampinato goes off in search of nature in Laos, wondering how far the country has fallen off the world's radar screen.

The Secret of Iguazu

In the middle of beautiful, but touristy, Iguazu Falls National Park, there exists a secret paradise that backpackers can have all to themselves.

Piranha Fishing in the Pantanal

Ryan Keller takes on carnivorous piranhas in Brazil's eco-famous Pantanal.

Curacao - Caribbean Island with European Charm and Excellent Diving

Tom Dwyer was surprised and delighted when he recently visited the island of Curacao in the southern Caribbean. Here is an island with charm, island hospitality, and excellent diving.

Wandering through Corcovado NP

As Matt Baatz explores Corcovado NP, he thinks about how difficult it would be to distinguish a root from a deadly Fer de Lance snake in the morass.

Just Stamina

Don Shannon tackles Mt. Kinnabalu, the highest mountain in SE Asia.

Definitely Not Boring

Don Shannon does some hardcore caving in Gunung Mulu National Park

The White-Throated Sparrow

Eric Lehman realizes that he would carry in his heart the twelve notes of the white-throated sparrow for the rest of his life.

Kalahari - Where to the Soul Runs Free

Rikus Visser describes the best place in South Africa.

Ningaloo: The Little Sister Reef

Cat George visits the Ningaloo Reef in Western Australia and compares its future with that of big sister the Great Barrier.

Arctic Snow Days

Cassie Brown follows Santa Claus and his reindeer all the way to the Arctic Circle.

A Very English Adventure

Anna Gurney's trip had all the needed ingredients; some mental challenges, some fitness, just enough hardship to make the hot shower really deserved.

Hot New Adventure Destinations in Central America

Vanya Akraboff details what to do and where to go for adventurous travelers in Central America.

Staying in Mongolia's G&Gs (Gers & Grub)

Cat George highlights options for finding ger accommodation in Mongolia.

Gilgit to Chitral: High Adventure on Pakistan's Shandur Pass

Llew Bardecki and his Aussie companion trek over Pakistan's snowy Shandur Pass before it opens for jeep travel in the spring.

Bicycling Under the Influence

Cat George explores the strange combination of bicycling and wine-touring, in wine country, California.

Prepping and the First Day of the Inca Trail

Sue Chang has a few tips on preparation for the Inca Trail during the wet season.

Differences Cycling in Vietnam and Cambodia in 1993 and 2006

Jay Jacobson thinks on his return trip to Vietnam that the country has changed dramatically in the past 13 years.

Diving in Cozumel, Mexico

Tom Dwyer reveals why divers again and again return to Cozumel.

Company: African Pearl Safaris

This is a review of African Pearl Safaris in Uganda.

Interview with Scott MacLennan, Director of the Mountain Fund

BootsnAll Travel Network had some time to talk with Scott MacLennan, director of the Mountain Fund, a company dedicated to the helping grassroots organizations in mountainous communities, where many adventurers like to play.

Egypt 's Famous Trio

Vanya Akraboff takes a look at what some popular Egyptian destinations have to offer the independent traveler.