Extreme Expeditions

Extreme Expeditions
Author: Adam Davies
Publisher:
Total Pages: 164
Release: 2008
Genre: Science
ISBN: 9781933665313

A PASSION FOR CRYPTOZOOLOGY Does a dinosaur exist in the Congo? Does a Yeti-like creature live in the jungles of Sumatra? Does a fearsome Death Worm inhabit the deserts of Mongolia? Explorer Adam Davies has traveled some of the most dangerous places in the world in search of these and other supposedly mythical beasts. In this fascinating account of his adventures, you'll read how he was shot at in the Congo, arrested and interrogated by the Mongolian Army in the Gobi Desert, filmed Norway's Nessie as it charged across a lake, and made world news when leading scientists backed his claims that a "jungle Yeti" exists! When not on expedition, Davies is a mildmannered Civil Servant living in Manchester in the United Kingdom. He spends most of his spare time and all of his money searching for mysterious creatures. Both his quests and successes have made headlines around the world. FOR MATURE AUDIENCES ONLY: Foul language, excessive drinking, sexual situations, and encounters with some creatures of the natural world that would scare young children and more than a few adults as well.

Outside Adventure Travel Trekking

Outside Adventure Travel Trekking
Author: David Noland
Publisher: W. W. Norton & Company
Total Pages: 244
Release: 2001-04-03
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 9780393320725

"A trek is a long-distance multi-day walk...during which the walker is required neither to carry heavy loads nor prepare meals"--(from the introduction). Travel journalist Noland describes treks to isolated destinations in countries such as Nepal, Tanzania, Pakistan, Chile, Italy, Sikkim, Morocco, Tibet, the US, Panama, and Kazakhstan. The 20 treks are rated according to difficulty, required skills, comfort, and cost. The text is accompanied by numerous color photographs. c. Book News Inc.

Outside Adventure Travel Skiing And Boarding

Outside Adventure Travel Skiing And Boarding
Author: Peter Oliver
Publisher: W. W. Norton & Company
Total Pages: 232
Release: 2001-12-04
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 9780393322644

Skiers and snowboarders, prepare to realize your wildest dreams as we take you to the best peaks on the planet. Peter Oliver has explored mountains across the earth, skiing hundreds of thousands of vertical feet through untold stashes of powder in his quest for the best. Along the way, he's seen skiing and boarding merge in a mutual longing to put the adventure back into alpine skiing. That means off-trail (or "off-piste") runs, glade skiing, plenty of lift-served backcountry, out-of-bounds opportunities, and more and better heli-skiing. It means new resorts and newly opened terrain at classic resorts that make snowboarding and skiing more exciting than ever.

Being Extreme

Being Extreme
Author: Bill Gutman
Publisher: Open Road Media
Total Pages: 129
Release: 2014-04-01
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 1497612497

As fast-paced as a freefall from a roaring airplane, as thrilling as a towering jump off a ski slope, Being Extreme is a fascinating examination of the adrenaline rush of extreme sports. Here is a world where living life on the edge is the only option, where you are only as good as your last jump . . . and where one false move can take you out of the game permanently. From mountain climbing and freestyle motocross to skydiving and snowboarding and beyond, in the past decade, the world of extreme sports has exploded onto the scene, with daredevils attempting acts of athleticism that leave spectators awed . . . and fearful. Being Extreme explores the motivations and societal impulses behind these high-risk lifestyles through interviews with professional athletes and recreational enthusiasts, as well as with psychiatrists who seek to understand the motivation behind these “Big T” personalities. Authors Gutman and Frederick also explore what heart-stopping sports are around the next curve, because in a world where the “rush” is everything, everyone is always upping their game.

Adventure Travel Guide: Thrilling Destinations Around the World

Adventure Travel Guide: Thrilling Destinations Around the World
Author: Georgie Rogers
Publisher: Richards Education
Total Pages: 160
Release:
Genre: Travel
ISBN:

Unleash your inner explorer with "Adventure Travel Guide: Thrilling Destinations Around the World." This comprehensive guide takes you on an exhilarating journey to some of the planet's most breathtaking and adrenaline-pumping destinations. Whether you're climbing the towering peaks of the Himalayas, diving into the depths of the Great Barrier Reef, or trekking through the dense Amazon Rainforest, this book is your ultimate companion for unforgettable adventures. Discover the world's hidden gems and lesser-known wonders through expertly curated itineraries, practical tips, and inspiring stories. From the icy expanses of Antarctica to the scorching deserts of Namibia, and from cultural immersions in ancient temples to the bustling streets of modern metropolises, each chapter offers a treasure trove of thrilling experiences. Perfect for both seasoned adventurers and those new to the thrill of exploration, "Adventure Travel Guide" equips you with everything you need to embark on your next epic journey. Embrace the unknown, push your limits, and create memories that will last a lifetime with this indispensable guide to the world's most exciting adventures. Your next adventure starts here!

In Search of Adventure

In Search of Adventure
Author: Bruce Northam
Publisher: CCC Publishing
Total Pages: 460
Release: 1999-03-01
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 1888729309

These short travel essays from around the globe get to the heart of what the words travel and adventure really mean. In Search of Adventure explores the good, the bad, and the ugly of what traveling the world has to offer. The “Trampled Underfoot” section features tales of woe on the road—the worst of the worst, or making the best of the worst. In “Global Issues & Viewpoints,” authors explore the changing world, oppressive governments, and the homogenizing of world cultures. From warm and inviting to raw and shocking, these nonfiction travel pieces present disparate viewpoints on the diverse world in which we live and leave no emotion untouched.

Adventure Tourism

Adventure Tourism
Author: Colin Beard
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 370
Release: 2012-05-16
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 1136430628

Looking at the past, present and future of adventure tourism, Adventure Tourism: the new frontier examines the product, the adventure tourist profile, and issues such as supply, geography and sustainability. International case studies are used to illustrate these issues, including: Gorilla watching holidays,Trekking on Mount Everest, Diving holidays, and Outward Bound packages. Analysis of the development and nature of adventure tourism accompanies these studies, ensuring that the title is useful both for undergraduate and postgraduate students of tourism and for professionals involved in managing adventure tourism enterprises. There is also a companion website with additional cases, which can be found at www.bh/com/companions/0750651865.

Growing Older

Growing Older
Author: Ian Robert Patterson
Publisher: CABI
Total Pages: 240
Release: 2006
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 1845931513

Tourism is big business, especially for older people. With the senior market becoming increasingly targeted by marketers and travel companies, both operators and leisure service providers need to be knowledgeable and sensitive to the particular characteristics, special needs and requirements of the senior market. The purpose of this book is to provide the latest research about these characteristics, tourist behaviours and leisure needs of baby boomers, seniors and older people generally and how to effectively market to this expanding group in the future.

Start Your Own Travel Business

Start Your Own Travel Business
Author: The Staff of Entrepreneur Media
Publisher: Entrepreneur Press
Total Pages: 292
Release: 2012-02-01
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 1613081693

Pack Your Bags…Full of Profits! At over a billion dollars, the travel industry is evolving, creating new trends and new opportunities for eager entrepreneurs like you. Our experts take you step-by-step as you embark on your most exciting adventure—starting a business. Discover success as an independent travel or specialty tour professional offering unique opportunities—in both geography and market niche—that even online discount travel sites can’t compete with. From exotic getaways to adrenaline-pumping extreme tours and time-saving technology to important regulations, learn how to conduct business by land, air, or sea. Plus, access an abundance of resources including important associations, travel-specific software, mailing lists, and in-the-trenches tips from successful travel specialists and tour operators. Covers: Hot travel markets including: business, leisure, adventure, honeymoons, family, men only, women only, seniors, and more Designing and pricing your services and packages Managing your finances Using efficient software systems and mobile technology for daily operations Complying with security regulations for domestic and foreign travel Advertising and promoting online and in print Growing your business From finding your clients to delivering a trip of a lifetime and everything in between, learn what you need to know to become a high-flying success!