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Where to go on Austria skiing holidays: 10 best Austrian ski resorts

Never skied in Austria? You don’t know what you’re missing. But with over 400 ski resorts, the question is where to go on Austria skiing holidays? Well the 10 best Austrian ski resorts below are a good place to start. Why go on Austria skiing holidays? In Austria you can expect sweeping…

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Guide to Chile trekking holidays and 10 best Chilean treks

Think great trekking begins and ends in Nepal? Think again. Take a read of this guide to Chile trekking holidays and the 10 best Chilean treks to find out why you need to visit. Chile is a remarkable country for trekking. It is criss-crossed by ancient native trails, rainforest tracks,…

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Review of Damuls-Mellau snowboarding holiday in Bregenzerwald, Austria

I love to visit new and less well known ski areas. Not only can you escape the crowds but you often find a hidden gem. Read this review of Damuls-Mellau snowboarding holiday in Bregenzerwald, Austria to find out why you should plan a visit. Getting to Damuls We flew from…

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Best UK windsurf spots: Where to go coastal windsurfing in Britain?

Where to go coastal windsurfing in Britain? A question that has so many answers! But the best UK windsurf spots below are a very good place to start. Windsurfing is quintessentially British. Its invention by Peter Chilvers in 1958 was inspired by our national love of sailing. And best of all it…

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MTB styles and disciplines: Guide to 16 different types of mountain biking

In this guide to 16 different types of mountain biking we’ll take you from freeride to fatbiking to four cross. You’ll find out about the varied MTB styles and disciplines. Different types of mountain biking The different riding styles affect the type of bike you choose, the places you ride…

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Nepal Footprint Holiday discount: 11% off trekking in the Himalayas

Enjoy the best, most popular and safest natural adventure walking and hiking holidays to the Nepalese Himalayas with a local English speaking guide. Nepal Footprint Holiday are a Kathmandu based guiding service which is a locally owned trekking an… Sorry but only AWE365 Club members can view this content. However it free, quick…

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Watching sports vs adventure holidays: Is taking part better than observing?

How do you compare watching sports vs adventure holidays? Is there a way to accurately measure the thrill of seeing your team lift the Champions League trophy with the sheer exhilaration of jumping from a plane attached to a flimsy parachute? There’s no denying that both are unique experiences –…

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Skandika Blue Night Sleepyhead 7 review: Double self-inflating mattress with pillow

Looking for a double self-inflating mattress with pillow? Then read this Skandika Blue Night Sleepyhead 7 review, as it is the most comfy I have slept camping. Camping bed options Getting a good night sleep when camping requires quite a few bits of kit. It also depends on a few…

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Top five star activity holidays: 8 best luxury adventures

Do you love adventure but also feel you deserve to be pampered during your holiday? Then five star activity holidays are definitely the way to go. This list of the best luxury adventures offers the perfect combination of superior accommodation and exciting sports. After all, when you’ve had a hard…

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Why use trekking poles? Guide to buying and using hiking poles

I was recently asked why use trekking poles? So in this guide to buying and using hiking poles, we’ll answer the ‘why?’, discuss the main features to look out for, and let you know how to use them. Why use trekking poles? The first time I saw people using poles…

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Five reasons to go on a couples learn to sail holiday

For many people, learning to sail is a lifelong goal – a real bucket list activity. Yet all too often people put it off or think it will take too long to achieve. The truth is, however, that on a couples learn to sail holiday both you and your partner…

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Huck Finn Adventure Travel Discount: 10% off Multi Activity

Our multi day programs are a well balanced mixture of nature, culture and various outdoor activities – hiking, sea kayaking, rafting, canoeing, kayaking, cycling and sailing. They will take you to small villages far from the tourist hustle and you wi… Sorry but only AWE365 Club members can view this…

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Alpine French School review: Learn French on a ski holiday in Morzine

Want to improve your French? Fancy learning a new language? Love to ski or snowboard? Well you can now combine the two and learn French on a ski holiday in Morzine. Find how I got on with my 25 year out of date GCSE language skills in this Alpine French…

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Porto surfing holiday: The best city surf camp in Portugal?

Looking for a surf destination that combines the best of the beach with one of Europe’s most beautiful and exciting cities? Then a Porto surfing holiday will tick all your boxes. It’s the perfect place to enjoy the best city surf camp in Portugal. Porto is just minutes from the…

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Guide to scuba diving in Ireland: Best Irish dive sites

In this guide to scuba diving in Ireland we take a look at the best Irish dive sites. When you think about scuba diving destinations, where springs to mind? No doubt foreign climes like Egypt, Australia, the Philippines and Thailand all pop into your head. Guide to scuba diving in Ireland…

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Eco friendly adventure tips: Making action sports better for the environment

There is no denying it, travelling the world on adventures is not very green. So how do we go about making action sports better for the environment? Well these eco friendly adventure tips are a good place to start reducing your impact. Barely a week goes by without a major…

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Merit Safaris discount: 10% off gorilla tracking in Uganda

Day 1: Arrive Entebbe airport. Meet, greet and transfer toa Hotel for for overnight (BB) Day 2, Kampala to the Gorilla Park. A gentle drive on the southbound road; passing charming attractions en route: look at royal drum makers, enjoy the Equator… Sorry but only AWE365 Club members can view this…

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Ultimate adventure stag weekend: 4 of the best extreme stag dos

Want to plan the ultimate adventure stag weekend? Need to arrange something incredible for your mate? Then check out 4 of the best extreme stag dos that we’ve selected for their adrenaline and novelty value – and don’t worry we won’t sent you BASE jumping! Ultimate adventure stag weekend Chances…

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Rainbow Goosehill SUP review: Durable and light inflatable paddle board

Looking for a durable and light inflatable paddle board? Read this Rainbow Goosehill SUP review to find out how this low cost SUP performs on the water. Introducing Goosehill SUP Goosehill SUP are a Californian company who have been around since 2010. They are a small team of watersports enthusiasts…

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11 best activities to try during Gran Canaria adventure sports holidays

What are the best activities to try during Gran Canaria adventure sports holidays? All of them! Or at least as many as you can squeeze into your Canarian holiday to the island known as the ‘mini continent’. Gran Canaria adventure sports holidays The people of Gran Canaria know how good…

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Is a Jackson Hole skiing holiday in Wyoming, USA worth it?

It was a last August, it was very hot in Geneva and I was thinking about skiing in the US. Strange? Maybe. What was on my mind was whether a Jackson Hole skiing holiday in Wyoming, USA is worth all the cost and travel? Chamonix vs Jackson Hole When one thinks…

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Skandika Gotland 6 review: Easy to pitch large family tent with awning

Looking for an easy to pitch large family tent with awning? So was I. Find out how I go on in this Skandika Gotland 6 review. Introducing Skandika Skandika are not that well known in the UK but are big on the camping scene in Germany. They have over 100…

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SkiBro Discount: 10% off snowboard lessons and guiding in the Alps

SkiBro is an innovative new platform that enables you to find your perfect instructor, mountain guide, ski school or adventure and book instantly. Each provider has a comprehensive profile including video & customer reviews, so you know exactly w… Sorry but only AWE365 Club members can view this content. However…

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Chamonix MTB holidays: Best mountain bike trails in Chamonix Mont Blanc

With great vertical, stunning views and many areas to ride Chamonix is a mountain bikers dream. But what are the best mountain bike trails in Chamonix Mont Blanc? Read this guide to Chamonix MTB holidays to find out. For many people Chamonix is the adventure capital of Europe. It is…

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17 reasons group overland tours are the best for solo adventure travel

Looking for an adventure? Want to try overlanding but don’t have anyone to travel with? Then read these 17 reasons group overland tours are the best for solo adventure travel. What are group overland tours? Overlanding is a type of travel where the journey is as important as the destination….