Laurel Kallenbach
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The 3-Day Getaway
When big vacations seem too few and far between, shorter trips can remind you what away-time is all about.
Come Sail Away
Not into conventional sailing cruises? Climb aboard a historic schooner for an unplugged, old-fashioned adventure at sea.
“Down-to-Earth” Farm Vacations
Ever dream about “getting back to the land”? Many organic farms around the world are happy to host visitors in exchange for a little hands-on help.
Eat. Play. Learn.
A trip that combines cooking and outdoor exploration is a recipe for adventure — whether you travel far afield, or stick close to home.
Educational Adventures for the Whole Family
Plan an educational adventure that will have you and your kids learning from nature — not just about it.
Follow Your Dream
What happens when you actually do the thing you always wanted to do? There’s only one way to find out.
New Mexico Magic
Can mountains and deserts really impart healing energy? Escape to a wellness spa near Santa Fe and Taos to find out.
No-Fuss Getaways
Yearning for a taste of the great outdoors without the camping hassles? Residence-based vacation packages combine the comforts of home with the thrill of a new locale.
Adrenaline Rush
Challenge your physical and mental strength by making extreme sports part of your next getaway.
The Unplugged Vacation
Want to come home from your next vacation feeling more deeply revived? Leave your tech gadgets—and habits—at home.
Design Your Own Retreat
Looking for the perfect getaway? Choose from an à la carte menu of activities and therapies offered at today’s leading spas and wellness centers.
Ride Away: Horseback-Riding Adventures
Looking for an exhilarating way your whole family can explore the great outdoors together? Consider an unforgettably fun horseback-riding adventure.
Disappearing Destinations
Many of the world’s most spectacular landscapes are vanishing because of climate change, spurring concerned visitors to experience and protect them before it’s too late.
Into the Wild
Build your outdoor survival skills — and reconnect with nature — on an educational wilderness adventure.
Journey to Self-Discovery
Life-visioning retreats can free you from your routine, spark new revelations about how you really want to live and equip you with a plan to get there.
Find Rural Reprieve With Agritourism
Discover the pleasures of farm life—and get insight into an important part of our food supply—on an agritourism adventure.
Mind-Body Adventure
Blend mind-body practices with adrenaline-pumping sports, and you get a hybrid adventure that challenges you and keeps you grounded.
Restore the Land, Restore Yourself
Threatened native habitats offer an opportunity for service amid some of the country’s most stunning landscapes.
Tips for Staying Healthy While Traveling
The demands of travel can prove perilous, undermining both good intentions and well-established routines. Here’s how you can fight back and win — even when you’re moving at supersonic speeds.
Earth-Friendly Forays
Outdoor excursions restore and rejuvenate your body, but if you travel with the environment in mind, your vacation can also help restore some of the world’s most pristine wilderness.
Hut-to-Hut Skiing Adventures
The thrill of virgin powder, untouched bowls and lots of snow make hut-to-hut skiing an unforgettable alpine experience.