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By Melanie Haiken on December 9, 2015
Whether you want to try your hand at falconry, go a round of golf, or hike the highland moors, Scotland’s historic rail resorts are heaven for those who can’t sit still.
Posted in Active Getaways, Wellness & Spa | Tagged active travel, golf, Scotland, Spas |
By Melanie Haiken on October 5, 2015
From gold to salts to fossils, the rugged ridges and steep-sided canyons of Death Valley still hold many of the secrets early settlers sought to protect.
Posted in Active Getaways, Feature | Tagged adventure travel, California, camping, Death Valley, hiking, Nevada, western travel |
By Melanie Haiken on March 24, 2015
Whether you want to reboot your health, lose weight, or heal a chronic condition, the first ever five-day wellness immersion retreat at the Four Seasons Wailea in Maui promises results.
Posted in Active Getaways | Tagged anti-aging, Four Seasons Wailea, Maui, nutrition, spa, spa retreat, stress, weight loss, wellness retreat |
By Melanie Haiken on February 4, 2015
With its all year banana belt climate and car-free culture, Santa Barbara is perfect for an anytime active getaway.
Posted in Active Getaways | Tagged banana belt, beach cruisers, biking, Biltmore Hotel, boardwalk, California, Car-Free Santa Barbara, crab, dolphins, Hotel Oceana, kayaking, lobster, Montecito Beach, Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara Kayak Company, Santa Barbara Shellfish Company, sea lions, swimming |
By Melanie Haiken on October 22, 2014
Who knew the Windy City was best scene by bike? With free pick-up and drop-off services, bike tourism has taken Chicago by storm.
Posted in Active Getaways | Tagged active travel, biking, Chicago |
By Melanie Haiken on August 21, 2014
There’s nothing like jumping off the rocks into a cold, clear swimming hole for experiencing the essence of summer.
Posted in Active Getaways | Tagged California, camping, hiking, river sports, Russian River, swimming, water sports |
By Melanie Haiken on June 20, 2014
Two days into a visit to Nehalem Bay, Oregon, and you’ll be planning your next visit – this untraveled section of the Oregon coast is that addictive.
Posted in Active Getaways, Feature | Tagged beach, coast, kayaking, nature |
By Melanie Haiken on January 4, 2014
This guided hike through nature’s sculpture garden of ice is a true bucket-list travel fantasy.
Posted in Active Getaways, Feature | Tagged Banff, British Columbia, Canada, hiking, ice climbing, Jasper, Jasper National Park, snow sports, winter fitness, winter sports |
By Melanie Haiken on September 15, 2010
Golden Era films set the tone in the lobby of the Hotel deLuxe Green, not glam, is the word usually associated with Portland these days. The city has become nationally known for its ethic of creative reuse, which permeates everything from clothing designers to restaurants. A form of reuse that’s too often overlooked is historic […]
Posted in Active Getaways | Tagged green travel, hotels, luxury travel, Oregon, Portland |
By Melanie Haiken on July 15, 2010
“I need my own personal expedition planner,” a friend said to me the other day at a party. “I want to plan biking and hiking trips but don’t know where to start.” I know the feeling. I could try to answer all the questions that turn up in post comments asking about bike rides, river […]
Posted in Active Getaways | Tagged active travel, adventure travel, biking, kayaking, river sports, water sports |
