Shimla, the capital city of Himachal Pradesh is a famous hill station in India. The pristine hill resorts in this place are equipped with modern amenities, top-notch accommodation facilities, etc. , that promises luxury and comfort to the travellers. Blessed with natural bounties, Shimla is located amidst panoramic location and is surrounded by snow-capped peaks and green pastures. Shimla retains its colonial heritage and speaks volumes about its architectural bequest. Some of the prime attractions of Shimla include- Annandale, Chadwick falls, Viceregal Lodge, Shimla State Museum, Churdhar Sanctuary, Christ Church, St Michael’s Cathedral and others. Besides some famous tourist destinations in and around Shimla includes- Chail, Kasauli, Kufri, Solan, Narkanda, Mashobra, Naldehra, etc. Every year the tourism department organizes several recreational activities and adventure sports in Shimla. Perfect for nature lovers and novice adventurers, these recreational activities encompass river rafting, trekking, mountain-biking, paragliding, skiing etc. Shimla hotels with excellent packages are an abode of peace and luxury. These offer a pleasant stay and provide majestic sight of the scenic vistas and deep valley. Ideal for holidaying with friends and family, the hotels here are known for unique hospitality, luxury, comfort and awesome opulence. Offering great opportunities for school & college groups, the Shimla hotels offer a wonderful sojourn into the incredible wonders of nature. Invoking a passion for knowing the unknown, adventure sports here facilitates in tasting various heights of treks and expeditions. The exotic resorts in enthralling picturesque locale are known for splendour and exquisiteness. These make one feel at home away from home and lets one spend fun filled weekends and holidays aloof from the humdrumness of busy city life. Perched at an altitude of 2159m above sea level, shimla bears salubrious climate. This place is worth visiting any time of the year and hence experiences a heavy influx of visitors all the year round.
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Exciting Adventure Sports in Shimla
Tuesday, November 30th, 2010Rock Climbing, Paragliding and Other Adventure Sports in Shimla, India
Monday, November 29th, 2010Shimla is a popular hill station and experiences a heavy influx of tourists and travellers every year. Some of the places of interest in and around Shimla include- The Mall, the Ridge, Christ Church, Jakhoo Hill, Shimla State Museum, Summer Hill, Annandale, Tara Devi, Mashobra, Kufri, Naldehra etc. Known for chilling winters and pleasant summers, Shimla bears salubrious climate. It is a perfect weekend and holiday destination. Ideal for spending cosy moments with friends and family, the Shimla hotels are an abode of peace, comfort and luxury. These hotels are available with modern amenities and proper accommodation for travellers. Multi-cuisine hotels and resorts offer sumptuous dishes right from Himachali recipes to the continental ones. Offering unique hospitality and lodging facilities, these hotels include five star, deluxe as well as budgeted rooms that suits the taste and budget of the visitors. Rendering a warm welcome to its visitors, the hotels in shimla offer exclusive holiday packages. These hotels promise a pleasant stay and each of the suites provide spectacular view of the picturesque beauty of nature comprising the splendid waterfalls, lush green valleys, orchards, vineyards, snow clad mountains, etc. Various recreational activities and adventure sports in India are organized in Shimla that are a treat to nature and adventure lovers. River rafting, paragliding, skiing, fishing, mountain biking, trekking etc. are organized by the tourism departments and the Shimla hotels in this place. One of the most famous travel destinations in India, Shimla is known as the ‘Queen of hill stations”. The name Shimla originates from “Goddess Shyamala”, a reincarnation of Goddess Kali. Located amidst lofty snow-clad Himalayan ranges, Shimla is surrounded by lush green pastures and lakes. This place was first discovered by the British who declared it as their summer capital during the colonial era. Warm and pleasant evenings of summer and bone chilling winters make Shimla more special.
Alaskan Cruises That Combine Adventure And Luxury
Wednesday, November 24th, 2010Cruise vacations are a fantastic way to explore the far reaches of our planet while still enjoying all of the conveniences of home. You will spend your days cruising the glorious high seas and adventuring from port to port, seeing incredible landscapes, wildlife, and people. A cruise to Alaska is one of the finest opportunities to get out into the wilderness and yet still have a warm and safe place to bed down at night. The ships that you can take are outfitted with all sorts of exciting activities, as well as fine food and drinks. Here are a few examples of terrific Alaskan cruise packages that will give you ample amounts of both relaxation and adventure. Seven Days Aboard the Norwegian StarSail away to Alaska’s Inside Passage aboard Norwegian Cruise Line’s ship the Norwegian Star. Your seven-day journey will begin at the picturesque Canadian city of Vancouver. It might be a good idea to arrive in Vancouver a few days early to take advantage of all that the city has to offer. This city has a diverse population of people who have moved there from all around the world. Explore different cultures at the Museum of Anthropology at UBC or take the kids along to learn about their surroundings at Science World. Once you set off into the inside passage your first stop will be the Alaskan town of Ketchikan. This town has the largest collection of standing totem poles in the whole world! But don’t spend all your time in the town. The nearby Misty Fjords National monument is a gorgeous landscape full of rocky mountaintops and an abundance of wildlife. After a stop in Juneau you will set off for Sawyer Glacier. The twin glaciers, North and South Sawyer, are at the end of the Tracy Arm Fjord. Keep an eye out for the numerous black bears, wolves, and harbor seals. You may even get lucky enough to spot a mountain goat, although they typically stick to the higher elevations. All the way up the passage you will port at the town of Skagway, Alaska. Though the town only has about 1,000 permanent residents, it hosts more than 900,000 visitors during the busy summer tourist season. Jack London writes about the town in his book The Call of the Wild and Skagway’s rough and tumble past is still celebrated today. From there you will make a stop at Prince Rupert, British Columbia before returning to Seattle, Washington. This trip will surely be an unbelievable adventure you will never forget. Ten Days on the Ms ZaandamExplore the other side of Alaska on Holland America Line’s cruise ship the Ms Zaandam. This particular trip begins inland at Fairbanks, Alaska. While it may seem strange to begin a cruise so far from the sea, this is so you can appreciate Denali National Park in all its glory. This incredible park is comprised of over six million acres of land. People from all over Alaska and the world come to Denali to view the wildlife, mountain climb, dogsled, and cross-country ski. You may see wolves, grizzly bears, caribou, Dall sheep, and moose. From there it is off to Anchorage and then Seward where you will board the ship and set sail. After a stop at College Fjord you will head up into Glacier Bay. From the dock of the Ms Zaandam you will get a chance to see the beautiful inlets, lagoons, and islands of Glacier Bay. Keep an eye out for Humpback Whales, Orcas, a wide variety of seals, and even Dall Porpoise. You will then head to the town of Haines, Alaska. Rafting the Chilkat River and hiking around the Takshanuk Mountains are two great outdoor opportunities. But if you are strapped for time, the Davidson Glacier is pretty easily accessible. So are Lutak Inlet and Chilkoot Lake. Sea lions, orcas, and seals are commonly found at Lutak Inlet, so bring your camera!After seeing Haines it is off to Juneau, Alaska, the capital of the state. Take in a play at the Perseverance Theater, the only professional theater in Alaska. The Alaska Folk Festival and the Juneau Jazz Festival are other great opportunities if your timing is right. Juneau is also very close to the nearby Mendenhall glacier. You can even explore the glacier by way of a dogsled ride that locals offer to tourists!Leaving Juneau you will journey into the Inside Passage. After a stop in Ketchikan you will finish up your adventure in Vancouver, Canada. These are just two of the many thrilling options for Alaskan cruises. If you have a thirst for the outdoors but still like to sleep in a nice warm bed at night, a cruise of this magical land might be just the thing for you.
Trail riding 07 BMW Adventure
Saturday, November 20th, 2010
Just south of Lake Pleasant Arizona. When I stopped, I thought the front tire blew out. There were rocks out there the size of human heads that are tough to navigate going fast.
Stimulating Adventure Sports In Shimla
Monday, November 15th, 2010Shimla, a dream getaway is known as the “Queen of Hill Stations” and has attained a host of aficionados all across the globe since long decades. The resorts here are the treasures of the region and showcase outstanding accommodation and lodging facilities. The various recreational activities in Shimla hotels render a taste of a life that is worth living. The pristine hill resorts in Shimla are available with requisite modern amenities and have been the tourist attraction owing to its unique hospitality, luxury, comfort and awesome opulence. Available with exclusive 2 Nights & 3 Days packages in Shimla, these hotels and resorts with luxurious suites, provide thrilling picturesque sights of the valley. The fresh breeze that cuddles the region carries a mesmerizing appeal and rejuvenates the senses. The exotic resorts in the milieu of enthralling picturesque are known for splendor and exquisiteness. Besides, the various adventure sports in shimla grabs the attention of thousands of tourists every year and helps to spend fun filled weekends and holidays. Trekking, skiing, river rafting, paragliding, mountain biking, nature walks, rock climbing, fishing etc. for novice adventurers, invokes a passion for knowing the unknown. These sports enable in tasting various heights of treks and expeditions in Shimla and offer a delightful sojourn into the incredible wonders of nature. Imbibe an adventurous spirit within with an exciting Shimla trip that will linger in your mind and revive your senses amidst the humdrumness of the busy city life. Offering great opportunities to the adventure lovers, Shimla portrays an astounding world of adventure sports.
Start Your Days Adventure in Hanazono When in Niseko Japan
Wednesday, October 20th, 2010Start your dayaE™s adventure in complete comfort by taking the Hanazono Bus – We have improved the bus service for this winter to ensure you are close to a pick up or drop off. The route covers the Hirafu and Izumikyo areas with a service every 30 mins. Take advantage of Hanazono’s Free Overnight Equipment Storage aE” When taking the bus you can leave your equipment overnight at 308 or get our team at Demo to wax your board or skis for the next day of adventure. Use the spacious changing rooms and lockers to get ready and then treat yourself to a Lavazza coffee and muffin from the 308 CafA©. Great Food, Great Style – The outstanding 308 restaurant dishes up the famous Kani Ramen plus other sumptuous local treats to tempt the taste buds and satisfy the hungriest of alpine appetites. Improved access between Hanazono & Hirafu – It is now easier to circulate between Hanazono and Hirafu. Newly completed earthworks on Parallel will ensure a smooth run into Hanazono and a new link lift at the top of Hanazono 2 to avoid a climb to access the Holiday trail. Entertainment & Activities – 308 continues to feature daily entertainment at lunchtime and AprA¨s with DJaE™s, live music and movies. We will be showing the latest Warren Miller movie “Children of Winter” and the Teton Gravity Research movie “re:Session”. Happy hour every day from 3 to 5pm – beer, wine and shots. Kamonohashi Show – Kamanohashi is excited to present his new show, featuring: dancing, singing, games, prizes and fun for the kids. Don’t tet them miss out, the show is on every Tuesday and Saturday at 1pm. CafA© 1 at Hanazono 1 Lift – Need a quick coffee, hot chocolate or a snack? We have made it easy for you to take time out to fuel up with the introduction of CafA© 1 at the base of Hanazono 1 lift. 100yen Hot Chocolate daily from 8. 30am to 10am. NISS Snowsports School – We Love Kids, kids are our specialty and NISS operates Kids Centres at both Hirafu and Hanazono which boasts 2 dedicated outdoor learning areas, 2 indoor facilities and 4 magic carpets. Take advantage of Hanazono’s excellent new 308 kids facility and group class sizes. DEMO Equipment Hire – Rent your equipment with us from Hirafu and we will drop it off to your accommodation or rent from Hanazono 308 and we will wax your board or skis free of charge. This season we are offering the new range of K2 Backside skis for the off piste / back country enthusiast. Hanazono Adventure Park – Fun for the Family aE¢ Snow tubing and tobogganing on dedicated areas, no walking with our Magic Carpets! aE¢ Snowmobiling, riding your very own snowmobile through nature. aE¢ Snow rafting, a fun experience being whizzed around in a rubber raft behind a snowmobile. aE¢ Snow-shoeing aE” take a guided nature walk with one of our local experts.
Adventure Destinations in Alberta
Tuesday, July 13th, 2010For many people the idea of a holiday spent lazing around is not particularly attractive, because these people want something more from their holidays a tan and a hangover, they want to live! The appointment of an adventure holiday is a lot of sense when you consider that many people work long hours in jobs that often left to leave the much desired in the realm of being mentally stimulating and physical activity. There are many types of adventure travel and tours in Alberta, according to your interests and abilities. Even if you’re good enough, there are many places which offer walking, hiking or horseback riding for people with higher fitness, snowshoeing in winter could be an attractive option. There are many places in Alberta that you can travel for a variety of experiences. Alberta has many hills, working farms, historic sites and rivers, where you can find interesting and exciting destinations. For those who like to vacation in the mountains, there are many mountain destinations such as Lake Louise in Alberta and the Canada Olympic Park, Lake Louise is the largest Canadian ski and snowboard area, and an average of 380 inches of snow per year, the Resort is also located in Banff National Park, a World Heritage site. The Chateau Lake Louise has been the source of the late 19th and early 20th Century and is a gem of a destination in the Canadian Rockies built. The resort is home to skiing, snowboarding, skating and sleigh rides and activities. Canada Olympic Park is the site of the Winter Olympics in Calgary 1988th They offer many educational programs in skiing, snowboarding, snowshoeing, mountain biking and Bob. The park also features a zip-line adventures for the adventurous travelers. The Olympic Park has also the advantage that only ten minutes from downtown Calgary. Alberta has a modern image of the West comes from a ranching province also hosts the annual Calgary Stampede. If you are interested in is a real adventure in the West, there are fantastic opportunities for you. An option is a ranch vacation, where you will learn all about how a ranch and help out with chores functions. If you want to be a little more adventure holidays with tour Up Your Alley. These include camping Trail Tours horseriding, canoeing and fishing. For some people, the adventure does not move to a new location, but the travel time in the past. For those seeking a thrill of this mode of travel, Alberta exciting destinations. A thrill like Time Machine is located near the town of Drumheller. Drumheller Valley is located in southern Alberta and is the capital of Canada’s dinosaurs. The Royal Tyrrell Museum is the only museum in Germany dedicated exclusively to the study of paleontology and houses one of the largest collection of dinosaur displays in the world. There are many good reasons for an adventure holiday from Alberta is looking, the province has to offer so much and have a variety of adventures. The only difficult part for her coming home when you’re done!
Bike Trail Adventure
Thursday, May 13th, 2010
Here we find the Sarahs on the bike trail, near both of our houses. This is just a video of us riding around, acting like idiots. At one point, Sarah#1 tries to wreck me (Sarah#2). What a great friend, eh? XD
1958 VW bus 36hp crank start safari window hippie road trip adventure, rocky mountains, peace!
Monday, April 19th, 2010
Keep on truckin’ in this totally awesome road trip adventure over the great divide in a safari window hippie van from the 50s. Watch as we crank start this tireless beast and head over the rockies without looking back. In memory of Jerry Garcia and the countless millions of faithful hippies who rode these old split window busses around the country on endless dead tour for so many decades. Peace fellow brothers and sisters! We love and miss you Jerry!!! UPDATE: The ’58 bus shown has had a lot of work done since. Thanks – Peace! Click here for more info: 58safaribus.webs.com
Nature Parks ROCKY MOUNTAINS Colorado
Monday, November 23rd, 2009
NPM-DVD-143 – The Rocky Mountains National Park is one of the most unique and impressive natural paradises in the United States Of America. It covers an area of a thousand square kilometres and was inaugurated in 1915.
The picturesque Bear Lake lies within a forested area and is one of the most popular tourist destinations of the park. At high altitude, several paths such as the Nature Trail lead through the lake’s natural landscape. The idyllic beauty is truly spellbinding and it is not surprising that Bear Lake is the most popular photo shot of the entire park.
It was discovered that twelve thousand years ago prehistoric Indians hunted within the Rocky Mountains. The legendary culture of the Nasazi Indians originated around two thousand years ago and left its traces in what is today the national park.
Alberta Falls in the south of Glacier Gorge is one of the park’s most popular sightseeing destinations where white masses of foaming water race down several levels into the valley below.
The road from Glacier Gorge winds its way in a northerly direction past Glacier Basin and the eastern park entrance close to Estes Park. In this region the Rocky Mountains are at their most beautiful and the landscape in the area of Horseshoe Park is reminiscent of the exciting and colourful Wild West of old.
The vast wilderness in the west of the USA has survived in the Rocky Mountains right up to the present day and is a fascinating tribute to the amazing natural world of North America.
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