Posted on 19 February 2011. Tags: activities, adventure, outdoors, singles vacation, sports, tours, traveling alone
When traveling by yourself, it can be easy to book a relaxing vacation getting pampered at a spa or spending the day on a tropical beach, but when you’re looking for adventure, it may take a little more hunting around to find just the right vacation spot. Since you’ll be traveling alone, a lot more effort falls on your shoulders to get your plans just right, so getting all the help you can from travel agencies and tour groups can make your vacation planning process go a lot more smoothly.
Adventuring With a Tour Group
For any exciting or amazing experience, it can be more memorable when you have others around you to share it with. Joining up with a tour group, especially one that is designed specifically for singles, can let you keep the freedom of traveling alone while providing you with a little company when you want it. Some activities will keep your group together for a few hours while some could be a few days or longer depending on the tour.
Some adventure tours could include a camping, hiking, and rafting expedition in which you’d be with that group for an extended period of time. Other groups may consist of day trips through adventure parks in Mexico or safaris in Africa. Regardless of the activity, tour groups can add a level of safety and comfort when traveling alone.
Extreme Sports Activities
Some of the most exciting things to do on vacation are extreme sports. Even if your entire vacation isn’t dedicated to adventure, taking the day to do some cliff diving or para-sailing could give you’re an experience you’ll never forget. If you’ve always been too nervous to try hang gliding, bungee jumping, or sky diving on your own, join up with a tour group to take the plunge with other single adventure seekers.
Adventure Cruises
With so many different cruise lines out there to choose from it’s easy to have your pick of what type of cruise you’d like to take. You may have decided already on taking a singles cruise, but looking even further into the type of singles cruise available could lead you to an adventure cruise ship. Usually using smaller ships, adventure cruises take you into less traveled ports that can give you the opportunity to see amazing locations some of the bigger ships may not have access to.
Choosing a cruise ship that features exciting activities to get involved in will ensure you have the time of your life on your next vacation. When traveling on your own you’ll find that nothing brings strangers together like sharing an exciting experience so looking for singles vacation packages will allow you to be around other adventure seekers who are traveling alone. Sometimes it can also be helpful to use the services of a travel agency that caters mainly to booking singles vacations.
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Posted on 18 February 2011. Tags: activities, couples vacation, local, overseas, romance
Any vacation you take with your sweetheart can be made into a romantic getaway just by enjoying the time alone with each other, but some vacation destinations can add a little more to the mood you’re trying to make if you want your next vacation to be extra special. Whether it’s for an anniversary, Valentine’s Day, a honeymoon, or just because you want to reconnect, choosing the right spot that you’ll both appreciate can guarantee you’ve set the stage to make some unforgettable memories with the one you love.
Overseas Vacations
If you can afford it, flying to another country can be an incredible experience to share with your partner. Some of the most romantic spots in the world are the in the oldest countries with the richest history. France and Italy can provide a traditional romantic atmosphere while India or Africa may give a more exotic experience. Depending on the interests you share with your significant other, you may find the jungles of the Amazon the most enticing and romantic spot on Earth.
Planning an international vacation can sometimes come with complications and extra effort in the vacation planning process. In order to keep your getaway a romantic and pleasant experience, take any extra steps available to ensure you have everything in the proper order and triple check your reservations on flights, hotels, and car rentals. Using a travel agency and utilizing the safety net of travel insurance will be a big relief to both you and your partner should there be any unexpected surprises on your vacation.
Staying Local
You don’t need to fly across the globe to have the most amazingly romantic experience with the person you share your life with. Driving to a nearby coast town to rent a cabin or heading into the city to stay in a penthouse suite can become the most extravagant getaway possible with the right planning.
Even when you’ve lived in an area your whole life, you may not know what your city has to offer. Every city has its most romantic dining spots so seeking out a place neither of you have ever been to could be a lovely surprise. Be sure to read up on reviews before making any reservations to avoid any potential let downs on your romantic evening.
Romantic Vacation Activities
If your romantic vacation puts you on a resort with a spa, take an afternoon to enjoy a couple’s spa treatment. If the penthouse you’re staying in has a Jacuzzi, put it to use by sharing a bubbly soak with a quality bottle of Champagne. In any old style city, a carriage ride in the evening while gazing into each other’s eyes will have you feeling like you just fell in love all over again. Regardless of where you travel to, checking in with the local tourism center will help you plan a few romantic activities to share together.
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