Now is a good time not just to think about sunnier climes but to pack that rucksack and head off backpacking away from the cold and damp. We have some handy hot weather camping tips: Read the rest of this entry »

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Life really is an adventure for Gary ‘Walking Man’ Hause. He’s turned the idea of a ‘trip of a lifetime’ into a lifetime of trips. As of this summer, he’s walked over 24,000 miles in his attempt to break the Guinness Book World Record of 38,000 miles for walking around the world, set by religious eccentric Arthur Bless it (www.blessitt.com – he’s got some interesting advice on choosing footwear).

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For 40 years, international environmental charity Earthwatch has pioneered the involvement of ordinary people in peer-reviewed scientific research worldwide and inspired changes based on hands-on field research experiences. It has announced new expeditions for 2012, enabling volunteers to experience first-hand the world of wildlife conservation by assisting leading scientists on crucial research projects.

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Named as one of  Entrepreneur magazines’‘100 Brilliant Companies’ is Fit for Trips, a pre-travel fitness company that offers customised programs to get travellers in shape for physical adventures such as climbing Kilimanjaro or heli-skiing the Canadian Rockies. Fitness programs are conducted virtually and include videos, charts to track progress, and access to professional fitness coaches – all via the internet and printable or downloadable to portable devices like iPods. Each program is precisely tailored to the type of trip and level of difficulty, whether walking, hiking, paddling, climbing, or other activity. Similarly, being physically prepared for an adventure trip reduces the chances of injury, soreness and fatigue or failure to complete an activity like summiting a mountain. “I founded Fit for Trips to ensure that any traveler with an adventurous desire could fulfill their dream. Our customized programs make it possible for more travelers to go on adventures—and enjoy them beyond expectations,” says founder Marcus Shapiro. For more information on the specialised programs offered, visit the website: www.fitfortrips.com.

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