Questions tagged [outdoor-activities]
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Suggestions for Outdoor Activities in Cambridge? [closed]
Obviously my plans are delayed with the current situation - but I was meant to go and meet up with a friend who's going to be living in Cambridge later this year. I'm looking for some cool outdoor ...
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Best things to do in NY, when you're not that into cities? [closed]
I am heading to Chattanooga (Tennessee) in October- flying from London to JFK, and then flying on from there. I will have a few days in NY before heading on to Chattanooga, and am looking for ...
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Langkawi - can I snorkel wherever I want?
I have my own snorkeling gear, but does that mean I have free-rein when it comes to where I can snorkel? Like, can I choose anywhere or are there certain places that are off-limits?
My line of ...
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Birdwatching in Langkawi Island, Malaysia
I plan to go to Langkawi Island in early July, and I would like to try some new things. I have never been snorkeling or bird watching before. There is lots of resources about snorkeling, so I'm all ...
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What hiking or other outdoor options can I do in Sanya in December?
I will be at a conference at the Tsinghua Sanya International Mathematics Forum December 17–21. I don't know the weather well, but I've been keeping an eye on the forecast, and it looks like it's ...
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Dark Days in Scandinavia
What happens during dark days in Scandinavia? From late fall to winter, very little to no daylight at all falls on many cities in Scandinavia, particularly north of the arctic circle.
How does this ...
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Is there a ranking of US national parks based on their Google Review rating?
While planning a holiday in the US and intending to visit national parks, it would be nice to see a ranking of US national parks based on their Google Review rating. That way one could decide on which ...
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How far I can go before I reach a tourist-nogo zone from Badaling, the great wall of China?
I plan to visit the great wall of China, starting from Badaling.
As a test to my stamina, I plan to hike along the wall, for as long and as far as I can, until I can't go further because either it's ...
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Where can I go mud sliding in Europe (ideally the UK)?
I've seen a number of videos on Youtube of people sliding down the muddy banks of the Shubenacadie river in Nova Scotia and it looks great fun. But I can't afford to travel to Nova Scotia.
Is there ...
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Kungsleden (Sweden King's Trail) cabins in mid-June?
Are the cabins along the King's Trail likely to be open in mid-June (around June 20) this year? I'm specifically interested in the stretch from Ammarnäs to Hemavan. (My guidebook says they usually ...
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Cycle holidays with kids in Poland
I would like to plan cycling holidays with kids in Poland for the summer. Because the kids are still very small I have pretty restrictive requirements:
We need to avoid public roads with car traffic (...
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South-west US/Hawaii Volleyball fun tournament in September
My girlfriend and I are travelling the US in september. There is no schedule yet, but we would rather see the west-side of the US or Hawaii than east/mid, because both of us have already been there.
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Are there paraglide/paramotor operators around Lake Toba?
I am looking for information on doing a paragliding trip around Lake Toba. I have no paragliding license, so I am looking for a tandem trip with a pilot.
I see references to this possibility on e.g. ...
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Activities in Ardennes, is there a resource or website?
I heard about the Belgium Ardennes. It seems a natural area with very nice villages and numerous outdoor activities. Is there a website or resource that lists them?
I am particulary interested in ...
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Outdoor climbing tour in/departing from Bangkok
I'll be in Bangkok for 3 days (and only Bangkok). I haven't been able to find any guided tours for rock climbing in Thailand that are based in Bangkok. I've only been able to find indoor climbing in ...
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Mosquitoes in Plitvice National Park
Are mosquitoes prevalent in Croatia's Plitvice National Park? At least in July. My guidebook has a few warnings about Zagreb but doesn't say anything about the park. Usually places with water and ...
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What is the closest US equivalent to UK Ordnance Survey Maps?
In the United Kingdom, we have very detailed mapping available via the government-run Ordnance Survey. Their maps, while not best suited for long distance navigation are invaluable for outdoor ...
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Can I roller skate on the street in France?
I'm traveling to Europe soon and I'm wondering if I can legally skate on roads in France and if so, am I required by law to wear a helmet, reflective vest etc.
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Physical (demanding) activities in Berlin
We're six guys going to Berlin in July on our yearly trip. We've been there seven times before, and we're looking to do something physically fun.
We've previously:
played a lot of soccer / ...
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Running in Da Nang, Vietnam
I will be visiting Da Nang, Vietnam for business in a week. I'm heavily addicted to running and trail running in particular. I've never visited Vietnam before. Throughout the week I will have to run ...
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Is there a free public outdoor gym somewhere in Dalat, Vietnam?
I like to have a bit of a workout in those public gyms you find in parks in cities and towns around the world.
I especially like to find ones with chin-up bars, especially if one is high enough for a ...
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Travel to Scotland over Christmas & New Years: are hiking & outdoor activities right out?
I'm trying to plan a trip to Scotland & I don't want to wait >6 months for a number of reasons. It looks like there are a lot of winter festivals all over Scotland, and what I'm reading about ...
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What are some safe places to travel in South America? [closed]
So for our honeymoon, we're thinking about heading to South America for about 6 weeks.
We're outdoorsy people and we're active but as I'm travelling with my wife, I don't really want to go anywhere ...
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Park or lake with jogging and outdoor gym in Kuala Lumpur?
In many cities there's an obvious place to go for a run, such as along a beach front, around a lake, along the river, or some nice big park.
In Kuala Lumpur the river is sadly neglected and ...
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Whalewatching around New York City
Where can I go for whalewatching in/around(travel time ~1 h) New York City? I will be there in mid of July and i heared, that the whalewatching season starts at the beginning of July.
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Can I explore London by Roller skating?
I'm French and I plan to stroll in London for a few days.
I usually enjoy sightseeing alone, on my roller skates. In France it's mostly allowed to skate on sidewalks, you may even sneak between the ...
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Finding a nice, secluded cabin in the U.S. wilderness
What are some good resources to use in searching for a secluded cabin to rent in the U.S. wilderness?
Some places I've looked:
Wikitravel occasionally references cabins.
Vacation Rentals by Owners (...
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Which place is best for for "sky diving" out of Rome, Paris & Venice? [closed]
I am planning to visit Rome, Paris & Venice for a holiday. One of my want is to do skydiving through an aeroplane.
Can anyone tell me out of these cities, which one provides skydiving ?
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Is there still tubing going on in Vang Vieng, Laos?
I've been reading about the shutdown of tubing in Vang Vieng. I'm wondering if someone has information about whether the authorities enforce the shutdown? I was there some years ago when it wasn't as ...
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Sporting activities in Goa
Me along with my friends are planning to tour Goa on Sept 29-Oct2.
We are really interested in jet skiing, scuba diving, sailing and various such sporting activities. But, we are not aware of such ...
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Looking for a very last minute adventure trip (5th -13th May) [closed]
Basically, due to a break up and cancellation of previous arrangements, I find myself with a free week next week and I really fancy doing something active and outdoors. Most of my trips recently have ...
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Where in Europe can I pay to fire guns or have military experience?
I have seen several sites for places in Ukraine and Poland where you can drive tanks and shoot various weapons from the Soviet Union.
http://stayinkiev.com/en/shooting-tours
http://www....
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What are some recommended day trips from New York City for outdoor activities? [closed]
I am specifically interested in walking/hiking/cycling rather than going to the beach or skiing.
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Learn to sail in Sydney?
In January I'll have a few days in Sydney (Australia) after a relative's wedding. Sailing is something I've always been keen to try, and Sydney seems like a perfect location to do so.
Is there an ...
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Kayak options in Patagonia
We'll be traveling to Patagonia (Chilean side) and staying there for about a week. We're very interested in undertaking a kayak trip when down there. However, so far I only found offers from tour ...
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Recommendations for snorkelling on the Great Barrier Reef
I'm going to Australia in January with my girlfriend. It's the first time she's visited Australia and one thing we really want to do is to see the Great Barrier Reef.
We'd prefer to snorkel, rather ...
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Are there any natural outdoor ice skating locations in Australia?
I know winter is over now but it likely will be winter again by the time I get back to Australia.
I also know there are a few temporary outdoor ice skating rinks but I do not know if there is any non ...
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Where can you go lake ice skating in Southern Sweden?
Winter is coming, and if the Swedish Meteorologic and Hydrologic Institute (SMHI) is to be believed, it is going to be even colder than last year.
For reference, last year in Sweden was one of the ...
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Camping around Toronto, Ontario for the new year weekend
I live in Toronto by the lakeshore. I had a long yearning to spend new years eve by myself out in the middle of nowhere, under the stars, in a tent.
Now I have 3 days off - 31st Dec, 1st Jan and 2nd ...
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Mountain bike routes in Val di Sole, Trentino?
What are some popular, intermediate-level mountain-biking routes in Val di Sole (Trentino, Italy)?
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