By Kraig Becker
Adventure and Outdoor Travel Expert, about.com
Each week we bring you the latest news, commentary, and special deals from the world of adventure travel. Here are some stories that may be of interest from the week ending November 13, 2015.
Fly to the North Pole in 2016
Do you enjoy traveling to remote places where few people have gone before? Than you'll definitely want to sign up for Air Berlin's special flight planned for April of 2016. The company, which normally operates flights to 138 destinations across the globe will make a special flight to the North Pole, complete with champaign and special certificates commemorating the arrival at the top of the world. The flight is fairly reasonable as far as polar travel goes, setting customers back just €499, or roughly $540, with departures from Dusseldorf. The actual flight takes about 12 hours to complete. For more information.
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Do you enjoy traveling to remote places where few people have gone before? Than you'll definitely want to sign up for Air Berlin's special flight planned for April of 2016. The company, which normally operates flights to 138 destinations across the globe will make a special flight to the North Pole, complete with champaign and special certificates commemorating the arrival at the top of the world. The flight is fairly reasonable as far as polar travel goes, setting customers back just €499, or roughly $540, with departures from Dusseldorf. The actual flight takes about 12 hours to complete. For more information.
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See the World with Intrepid Travel in 2016 Instead
If flying to the North Pole isn't your thing, than perhaps you'd like to spend 2016 exploring the rest of the world instead.
If flying to the North Pole isn't your thing, than perhaps you'd like to spend 2016 exploring the rest of the world instead.
Intrepid Travel is now offering an exclusive trip that circumnavigates the globe, visiting 34 countries in a single 365-day itinerary.
The trip includes stops in Alaska, Mexico, Ecuador, South Africa,
Kenya, Antarctica, Bangkok, Beijing, and a host of other places. The
cost of such a trip? $75,000, which works out to about $205 per day.
Find out more, and sign up for the trip, on Intrepid's website.
Men's Journal Offers Tips for Skiing El Niño
If you're a skier or snowboarder itching to hit the slopes this season, you probably already know that many places in the American west are now expecting better snowfall this year thanks to a Super El Niño that is already one of the largest ever recorded. In preparation for the impending weather event, Men's Journal has created a special guide for skiers to prepare for what could be an epic season ahead. Tips include what to expect in the major ski areas across the U.S., with some looking to have much better seasons than last, while others will still be short on powder. There are even suggestions on where you can ski right now.
If you're a skier or snowboarder itching to hit the slopes this season, you probably already know that many places in the American west are now expecting better snowfall this year thanks to a Super El Niño that is already one of the largest ever recorded. In preparation for the impending weather event, Men's Journal has created a special guide for skiers to prepare for what could be an epic season ahead. Tips include what to expect in the major ski areas across the U.S., with some looking to have much better seasons than last, while others will still be short on powder. There are even suggestions on where you can ski right now.
[post_ads]Are There Hidden Chambers in the Great Pyramid?
After more than 5000 years of history, the Great Pyramids at Giza continue to reveal mysteries. Earlier this week Egypt's Minister of Antiquities, Mamdouh El-Damaty, announced that a team of archaeologists and researchers have discovered an “impressive anomaly” inside the largest of the pyramids, which was once the tomb of the pharaoh Khufu. According to National Geographic, this anomaly could be a long-hidden chamber that could reveal lost treasures or insights into how the structures were built. The news comes not long after a similar discovery was found int he tomb of King Tut, which some believe could be the long-lost tomb of the Queen Nefertiti. It is hoped that both discoveries could help jump start the flagging Egyptian tourism economy.
After more than 5000 years of history, the Great Pyramids at Giza continue to reveal mysteries. Earlier this week Egypt's Minister of Antiquities, Mamdouh El-Damaty, announced that a team of archaeologists and researchers have discovered an “impressive anomaly” inside the largest of the pyramids, which was once the tomb of the pharaoh Khufu. According to National Geographic, this anomaly could be a long-hidden chamber that could reveal lost treasures or insights into how the structures were built. The news comes not long after a similar discovery was found int he tomb of King Tut, which some believe could be the long-lost tomb of the Queen Nefertiti. It is hoped that both discoveries could help jump start the flagging Egyptian tourism economy.
Upscape Launches New Trip to Patagonia
Every adventure traveler knows that Patagonia is one of the most beautiful destinations on the planet, offering all kinds of opportunities for exploration. Now, a company called Upscape is offering new itineraries to that wild place. The new "Lake District Bike Adventure" and "Wild Patagonia" expedition are multi-sport itineraries that offer travelers a nice blend of active excursions, culture, and relaxation. Visitors will pedal past snowcapped mountains, past pristine fjords, and down hidden country roads in a place that is practically the very end of the world.
Every adventure traveler knows that Patagonia is one of the most beautiful destinations on the planet, offering all kinds of opportunities for exploration. Now, a company called Upscape is offering new itineraries to that wild place. The new "Lake District Bike Adventure" and "Wild Patagonia" expedition are multi-sport itineraries that offer travelers a nice blend of active excursions, culture, and relaxation. Visitors will pedal past snowcapped mountains, past pristine fjords, and down hidden country roads in a place that is practically the very end of the world.
Faster Inflight WiFi is on the Way!
Not exactly adventure travel specific, but who doesn't enjoy good inflight WiFi from time to time? Gogo Inflight Internet has been testing much faster hardware and networking protocols that promises to revolutionize the speeds that are available while on properly equipped planes. Just how fast are we talking here? Up to 70mps, which is fast enough to stream Netflix, HBO Go, and Youtube, at the same time. Engadget had the opportunity to take the new service for a test flight (Ha!) recently, and shared their thoughts. While it sounds like Gogo still has some kinks to workout, to say that the test run was promising is an understatement.
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Not exactly adventure travel specific, but who doesn't enjoy good inflight WiFi from time to time? Gogo Inflight Internet has been testing much faster hardware and networking protocols that promises to revolutionize the speeds that are available while on properly equipped planes. Just how fast are we talking here? Up to 70mps, which is fast enough to stream Netflix, HBO Go, and Youtube, at the same time. Engadget had the opportunity to take the new service for a test flight (Ha!) recently, and shared their thoughts. While it sounds like Gogo still has some kinks to workout, to say that the test run was promising is an understatement.
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Explore the British Museum without Leaving Home
Obviously the joys of travel involve actually going to a destination to see it for yourself. But when that isn't always possible, the Internet can help satiate your wanderlust, at least to a degree. For example, if you've ever wanted to visit the British Museum, but still haven't had the chance to cross it off your bucket list, Google might be able to help. The Internet search giant is bring 4500 artifacts and works of art from the museum online as part of its Cultural Institute. You can even virtually stroll five floors of the museum using Google Street View. It just might be the next best thing to actually being there.
Obviously the joys of travel involve actually going to a destination to see it for yourself. But when that isn't always possible, the Internet can help satiate your wanderlust, at least to a degree. For example, if you've ever wanted to visit the British Museum, but still haven't had the chance to cross it off your bucket list, Google might be able to help. The Internet search giant is bring 4500 artifacts and works of art from the museum online as part of its Cultural Institute. You can even virtually stroll five floors of the museum using Google Street View. It just might be the next best thing to actually being there.
