Adventure Travel is a catch all term for scores of ways to get into uncrowded, unspoiled countryside or untouch wilderness and to be actively involved with the environment and with your fellow travelers. It is an escape from the pressures of urban living as well as a welcome change from passive travel that shows you the world through the windows of a tour bus or a car. Since groups are small and camaraderie between participation is strong, the percentage of single vacationers who choose this kind of vacation is predictably high.
Have you wondered where you would like to go on vacation? Many places probably came to your head: Paris, Italy, Thailand or maybe Maldives? Yes, you've heard about them everywhere in the media to know the Best Countries to Visit in 2015 but they are amazing. What if I recommend that you visit Albania instead? Or Armenia, Georgia, Ukraine, Turkmenistan? What would be your reaction? Probably the same as the reactions of all the people when they heard I'm going to Albania: 'What?' 'Are you crazy?
It's dangerous', 'It's a shthole!'. What if I told you that I have visited both: Albania and Thailand and Thailand fades in comparison? You know, Albanian mafia is only in Hollywood movies. The clearest turquoise water and white sand beaches of Albanian Riviera are not. What about Georgia? Did you know that Batumi is one of the most colorful cities in the world? Every palm tree is illuminated at night!
In Armenia, you can admire the best views of the biblical Mount Ararat. How about Turkmenistan? It's one of the least visited countries in the world - and it's really fascinating: the marble capital Ashgabat, the ever burning Darvaza crater, the Yangykala canyons and the ancient cities on the famous silk road. You'll really feel like a pioneer there! If you don't like to experience the realness of the place that you are visiting, choose resorts in Thailand and stay 2 weeks on the beach or at the hotel swimming pool surrounded by tourists. However, If you have a soul of an explorer, you're an adrenaline seeker and want to experience something truly exciting, set out on an adventurous journey to the less known countries that never appear on TV and I guarantee, your jaw will drop. No western tourists, just the exceptional beauty of nature, authentic locals and amazing food. If you're still not convinced, you can visit my photo blog and have a look @ http://goo.gl/bhgCmu