Category: Travel

Curated adventures to experience the best of the Lone Star State

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Historic Phantom Ranch is the only park lodging on the floor of the Grand Canyon. Tens of thousands of people try to book a stay there, and very few get in. But our writer scored a night there recently, and if you follow her tips, you can, too.

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Sandra Aguirre started hiking for her own sake and ended up helping others do the same. Now she wants to help you.

The post The Best Trails Around Asheville, According to a Local Hiker appeared first on Outside Online.

If you’re searching for an active running community with lots of run groups, Austin, Texas, is the place to be

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Every great adventure needs a staging area. Here they are, from simple and affordable to dreamy and luxe, in unbelievable locations, with endless terrain to explore and a warm bed to return to at night.

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Tourism to the Arctic and Antarctica contributes to their demise, and the regions are melting fast. A polar guide of 25 years asks: Should I stay away?

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This active city has the routes, events, and resources to keep runners coming back for more

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Colorado’s Dunton Hot Springs was revamped from a mining town that once hid outlaws. Now it’s a secluded outpost where you can fish for trout, hike the Rockies, overnight in a log cabin, dine at a saloon—and soak your heart out amid nature.

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Not all stretches of sand are created equal. These are the Atlantic’s best, most adventurous shorelines, from Maine to Florida

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This iconic New England city has the scenic routes, lively community, and year-round events that runners of all experience levels can appreciate

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This adventurous North Carolina community has incubated scores of outdoor gear makers. Here’s what they recommend for fun in the Blue Ridge Mountains.

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There’s nothing quite like hitting the open road on an epic adventure, especially on these incredible stretches of highway

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Whether you’re looking for the best trails, stout rapids, or great camping spots, you’ll find it in the Natural State

The post Arkansas Is America’s New Adventure Hub appeared first on Outside Online.

A trip in British Columbia with CMH Heli-Skiing made Outside Inc. CEO Robin Thurston even more passionate about his company’s mission: to get everyone outside

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Forget sitting in a backyard ice bath. These spots have chilly waters with beautiful backdrops, and a devoted community of fellow swimmers to share the experience with.

The post Top 8 Spots Around the World to Take a Cold Plunge appeared first on Outside Online.

Our parks expert found the coolest small towns to stay in next door to U.S. national parks. You’re welcome.

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Experience the best underwater world there is—colorful coral, schooling fish, prowling sharks, towering kelp, soaring turtles, and stunning ice await in these top places to dive

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Follow the tracks of Wildly Wyoming adventurers to mountain bike, rock climb, fly-fish, and experience western culture across the great state of Wyoming

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A busy news week of people getting marooned around the world got us wondering: how bad can it be?

The post Here’s Where You Want to Get Stranded—And Where You Definitely Don’t appeared first on Outside Online.

Test your skills (and limits) in America’s wildest adventure challenges

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Where did eagles come from? Why are grizzly bears so mean? In this Audible Original excerpt, host James Dommek Jr—the great-grandson of a famous Iñupiaq storyteller—travels around the state sharing legends from different cultures and traditions

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From chasing waterfalls to surfing uncrowded breaks to viewing northern lights, Iceland is jaw-dropping—and a hell of a lot less visited—September to May.

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If you scored tickets to a stop on Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour 2024, here are the adventures you should hit up before and after the show.

The post The Outdoor Enthusiast’s Guide to Taylor Swift’s 2024 Eras Tour appeared first on Outside Online.

Park-goers are suing to preserve their right to pay cash at increasingly card-only national park sites. We think both sides are wrong.

The post You Shouldn’t Be Able to Pay With Cash OR a Card at a National Park. They Should Be Free. appeared first on Outside Online.

From miles of trails to acres of public land, the explorable and beautiful terrain in these eight state stand out above the rest.

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You wouldn’t think that a trip to Finnish Lapland above the Arctic Circle in the dead of winter would lead to a lot of happiness. But I was surprised by what I found.

The post What I Discovered About Happiness in Finland appeared first on Outside Online.

These Alpine, Caribbean, and glamping getaways have all the amazing scenery and none of the over-the-top prices

The post 5 Fun, Affordable Alternatives to Pricey Bucket-List Destinations appeared first on Outside Online.

Scandinavia dominates the 2024 World Happiness Report, while the U.S. drops out of the top 20. Sign up soon to qualify for Finland’s free Happiness Hacks vacation, and read our intel on how to travel in the other happiest countries, too.

The post Finland Tops Happiest Countries List Again, and Is Offering a Free Trip appeared first on Outside Online.

At Outside Inc., we’ve got experts in all kinds of travel, from adventure to backpacking to cycling to yoga and then some. We asked all of our best editors and writers at every brand to reveal where they want to go in the world in 2024. You’ll find endless inspiration in their stories—and the travel bucket list of a lifetime.

The post Where to Hike, Ski, Run, and More: The Outside Network’s 2024 Travel Awards appeared first on Outside Online.

Our expert travel writers circled the globe to find the next best destinations to visit—and why to go now. From beautiful just-built wilderness lodges, to fun sporting events in perfect adventure locales, to the most stunning place to see the Northern Lights, here are the trips you should take this year.

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You’re not imagining it—trip costs are pricier than they’ve been in five years. We’ve got some simple ways to keep costs down even while rates are headed up. Don’t book your vacation until you read this.

The post 8 Smart, Easy Ways to Travel for Less in 2024 appeared first on Outside Online.

Cars spin, trucks slide, and what should be an hour’s drive can take all day. How did this scenic mountain corridor get so congested—and can it ever be fixed? I took a wild ride through the traffic jam to find out.

The post Colorado’s I-70 Has America’s Most Notorious Ski Traffic. Is There a Solution? appeared first on Outside Online.

During a month-long stay in Sweden, I realized that my Americanized relationship with the outdoors was off-track. Here’s what I learned.

The post How People in Sweden Do Nature Right appeared first on Outside Online.

Discover uncrowded trails, wildlife-viewing hot spots, and a bourbon that was founded the same year as the park

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Enjoy the best of Texas nature, adventure, culture, and relaxation on one of six Texas travel itineraries

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Rally some friends. Hit the road. Get a little out there.

The post Explore Southern Nevada’s Wild Side appeared first on Outside Online.

Ski to an old silver mine. Dive to a shipwreck. In these places, delving into the past is an adventure.

The post 7 of the Best Outdoor Getaways for History Buffs appeared first on Outside Online.

The media has been highlighting recent muggings and murders in these popular spring-break getaways, and State Department advisories have flagged crime in some tourist areas. But are these destinations as dangerous as depicted?

The post Is It Safe to Travel to Mexico, Jamaica, and the Bahamas? appeared first on Outside Online.

From where to eat, play, and stay, to whether or not you need to speak Spanish, here’s the insider intel you need to visit Baja Sur’s best beach town

The post The Adventure Traveler’s Guide to Todos Santos, Mexico appeared first on Outside Online.

According to new NPS data, visitation is up at the country’s most popular national parks. But at these under-the-radar gems, the scenery is equally spectacular and you’ll have plenty of room to explore.

The post And the 11 Least Visited National Parks Are… appeared first on Outside Online.

Tropical atolls, distant hikes and hot springs, and wild jungles and mountaintops lure adventurous travelers to these beautiful far flung spots

The post 11 Remote Destinations That Are Definitely Worth the Effort to Visit appeared first on Outside Online.

Experience all the Scenic City has to offer during this special race weekend

The post Here’s Why You Should Register to Join the Excitement of Erlanger Chattanooga Marathon Weekend appeared first on Outside Online.

After 25 years of hiking in his hometown of Boulder, guidebook author James Dziezynski reveals his all-time favorite treks in the area. Plus, he’s included downloadable GPX files, parking intel, trail beta, gear and weather tips, and more.

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The tools, tech, and approaches you need to take high-speed connectively pretty much everywhere. The hardest part is actually working when you’re in a beautiful place.

The post How To Work Off-Grid Anywhere appeared first on Outside Online.

Let your children wheel across the remote Utah desert, trek to a jungle treehouse in Thailand, and pitch a tent aboard a ferry to Alaska. These one-of-a-kind wild experiences—kid-tested, parent-approved—will have everyone stoked to travel.

The post 14 Adventurous Family Trips That Your Kids Will Love appeared first on Outside Online.

On April 8th, the nation will experience a dramatic total eclipse. If you want fun ways to see it, check out our recommendations, from hiking peaks to paddling rivers.

The post 7 Most Adventurous Ways to See the Total Eclipse of 2024 appeared first on Outside Online.

We spoke with Eric Hansen about an Outside writing career that ranged from stunt comedy to investigative reporting—and led to a new career in international health.

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