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The Strength to Sit Still: A Meditation Retreat
Fitness buff Jen Sinkler tests her limits — at a mountaintop meditation retreat for beginners.
Wallowing in Relaxation: Therapeutic Mud Treatments
3 ways to immerse yourself in the rich health benefits of mud.
Milestone Adventures
Honor the significant accomplishments in your life with a vacation to remember.
The 3-Day Getaway
When big vacations seem too few and far between, shorter trips can remind you what away-time is all about.
3 Towns, 2 Wheels: Urban Bike Tourism
One of the best ways to explore a new city is to rent a bike and go.
Relax. Retreat. Lose Weight.
Courtney Lewis Opdahl’s journey to Kripalu for an enlightened weight-loss retreat where slimming down is about self-care, not self-denial.
Come Sail Away
Not into conventional sailing cruises? Climb aboard a historic schooner for an unplugged, old-fashioned adventure at sea.
Yoga on the Rocks
They may seem like an unlikely duo, but in practice, yoga and rock climbing are a natural match.
“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.
How to Hike the Appalachian Trail
Feeling like a nice little 2,000-mile walk? Just one foot in front of the other will get you started down one of the most beautiful, varied and challenging trails in the country.
Cable Ready
Zip lining through the trees is exhilarating fun. It’s also a great way to see a rarely witnessed world.
Yoga Without Walls
In search of a peaceful yoga retreat? Look no further than Mexico’s Riviera Maya, and more specifically, the lovely city of Tulum.
The World At Your Feet
International travel doesn’t always require a passport. Here are five U.S. cities where you can immerse yourself in other cultures – without going through customs.
Pure Bliss: The Rejuvenating Power of Public Bathing
In cities throughout the United States, public bathing rituals are reclaiming their historic reputation as rejuvenating experiences. Here are four places to enjoy the practical luxuries of the communal bath.
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.
Out on a Limb: Recreational Tree Climbing
Not just for kids, recreational tree climbing challenges you to reach some exhilarating new heights.
A Clean Getaway
A refreshing departure from vacation over-indulgences, a detox retreat leaves your mind clear, your body restored, your daily habits reconsidered. Here’s how to find the right one for you.
Follow Your Dream
What happens when you actually do the thing you always wanted to do? There’s only one way to find out.
Joy Ride: Bicycling Tours
Roll right over the winter blahs by heading south for a warm-weather bike tour.
New Mexico Magic
Can mountains and deserts really impart healing energy? Escape to a wellness spa near Santa Fe and Taos to find out.