What You Need to Know About - Camping Vacations
Camping is a delightful and adventurous way to spend your vacations. Camping basically means living in tents that are pitched on specific grounds. The biggest advantage of camping is the cost saving. You can have a good vacation within your budget. For you will have to spend least on accommodation.... Read More
7 Need to Know Campsite Cooking Strategies
Are you sick and tired of not knowing what to bring or what to cook when you go camping? Do you either pack the entire kitchen (including the sink) or you bring the absolute minimum and then have to use a fork as a spatula or two spoons as tongs?If... Read More
Shark Attacks! How Common are They? Where do They Occur?
Last week in Australia, one man's day at beach could have turned into a disaster: He was attacked by a seven-foot bronze whaler shark while surfing about 100 yards out from Sydney's Bronte Beach.Fortunately, the man, Simon Letch, stayed calm and "shoved the board at [the shark] like a barge... Read More
Tips for Mountain Bikers in Spain
As any keen mountain biker will know, there are some important rules to follow and bike handling skills to master before subjecting yourself and your bike to the thrills and spills of off-road riding. Although most of us ride within our capabilities most of the time, riding on different trails... Read More
Traveling To and Around Hawaii, A First-Time Visitors Primer
Six different islands in Hawaii are open to tourism. Most first-timers planning a trip to one or more than one island have numerous questions relating to where exactly to go and how exactly to get there. This primer will answer those questions.All interisland flights are through Hawaiian Airlines, Aloha Airlines,... Read More
The Great Outdoors is to be Explored and Loved in all its fullness
The thing with enjoying the great outdoors is seeing aspects of life that you do not normally see during your normal weekly activities. The familiar sea breezes, the smells of spring flowers, the winter winds, fantastic views from mountain tops and so much more.I currently work 60 hours per week... Read More
Amazing Trek Across TIbet!
Today Bookpleasures and Sketchandtravel are pleased to have as our guest, Brandon Wilson, author of Yak Butter Blues.In 1992, Brandon and his wife Cheryl travelled 40 days from early October to the end of November in 1992 over 1000 kilometers travelling along the ancient pilgrimage route across Tibet. Evidently, they... Read More
The Royal Barge Procession ? Splendor on the Chao Phraya River
The Royal Barge Procession in Bangkok, conducted on very rare occasions, is a spectacular royal armada on the Chao Phraya River. This procession is normally conducted on the following occasions: When the King ascends the throne.When the King goes down the Chao Phraya to present robes to the monks during... Read More
Trekking Poles And Walking Sticks
Are walking sticks longer than trekking poles? What about hiking staffs and hiking sticks? Whatever you call them, and whatever their differences, they are supposed to help your knees more than anything. This they do very well, at least when you're going downhill.What else are they good for? They help... Read More
The Classy Way to Do WA
Western Australia ? South-West Coast driving holiday. Great Australian Road Trips Okay, so road trips in Western Australia might bring to mind punishing distances and dusty towns, and accidentally forgetting to fill up on petrol only to pass your remaining three days under the thin shade of a dead... Read More
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Why Should You Use Hiking Poles?
Why should you use hiking poles is perhaps the first... Read More
Camping Stove Performance: Ease of Use & What to Avoid
Important information about camping stoves...What type of camping, hiking, or... Read More
Hard Labor Creek State Park Earned Its Name
One afternoon during a trip across the country in our... Read More
South Africa Safari Top Five National Parks and Game Reserves
A South Africa safari is the ideal wildlife trip to... Read More
Mystic Seaport Captured ? Links to Our Past Guide, Part 3
Mystic Seaport celebrates the seafaring past of New England. Known... Read More
Viewpoints on Whale Watching in Hermanus!
If you're looking to spot a whale, the first few... Read More
Top Five African Safari Destinations
Any vacations in Africa will not be complete without going... Read More
Camping and Outdoor Activities: Get Involved with Nature
Camping mixed with outdoor activity is a great way to... Read More
Backcountry Safety ? An Essential 10-Point Checklist
The call of the wild can be seductive. The exquisite... Read More
Beach Vacation Photo Tips ? Make Your Vacation AND Photos Memorable
Most people, who go on a family beach vacation, take... Read More
Japanese Garden of Monaco
Have you ever seen an authentic Japanese garden? Well, I... Read More
Discover Knotts Berry Farm
Of course you know about Southern California's premier attraction, Disneyland... Read More
Ultralight Backpacking Skills - A Three Day Test
On Lake Michigan, at the end of the Stonington Peninsula,... Read More
River Rafting in Colorado
The sport of river rafting was practically invented in Colorado.... Read More
Wildebeest Migration - How To Get The Best Seats In The House
To get the most out of a wildebeest migration safari... Read More
Whale Watching ? The Biggest Show on Earth
Whale watching is a spellbinding, entertaining, and thought-provoking adventure trip.... Read More
True North & Magnetic Declination - A Trick to Make it Stick
Magnetic declination is an essential principle to understand when navigating... Read More
Backpacking Trips - Ten Essential Items
I've had backpacking trips that included rain, snow, lightning, rockslides,... Read More
Cheap Safari in Africa For $70 a Day - Heres How To Do It
You would think that a cheap safari in Africa for... Read More
The Lumemo Trail - An African Wilderness Experience for the Practiced Hiker
The Udzungwa Mountains National park was created primarily for the... Read More
Alternatives to Pressurized Fuel
Recently I attended a Boy Scout Leader Roundtable meeting where... Read More
River Cruise in Bangkok ? Sightseeing on the Chao Phraya
A river cruise in Bangkok gives an insight to the... Read More
A Fishy Road Trip in Cairns
The Cairns Fishing Adventure A Great Australia Road TripYou love... Read More
Yachats, OR: An Outdoor Lovers Paradise on the Oregon Coast
There is something about a town tucked between the mountains... Read More
Side-Tripping in Montana
Nightlife in Big Sky, Montana is more exciting than you... Read More
The Great Outdoors is to be Explored and Loved in all its fullness
The thing with enjoying the great outdoors is seeing aspects... Read More
Book a Golf Package in Myrtle Beach for Golfing Fun and Great Times in the Sun
Thousands of golfers flock to the Carolinas each spring and... Read More
Camping - Get Those Tents Up!
Have you ever thought you might like to try a... Read More
Find a Camping Gear Outlet Near You
When you search online for a camping gear outlet you... Read More
Ultralight Backpacks - The Lightest
Why ultralight backpacks? Devotees of ultralight backpacking know you reduce... Read More
The Price of Gas Really Doesnt Matter!
"The good news is that there is no reason to... Read More
Unforgettable Cape Cod Vacations: The National Seashore Gift
Take a captivating trip through the Cape Cod National Seashore... Read More
4 Steps to an Enjoyable Hike
Some people have fought many years of their lives to... Read More
Solo Backpacking
Have you ever gone solo backpacking? If you have, you'll... Read More
The American Picnic ? Make Yours Memorable
We love spending time outdoors and if you are expecting... Read More
A Review of Popular River Rafting Trips and Services
Organized river rafting trips are a good idea for novices... Read More
How to Repair an Inflatable Boat
The owner can attempt small inflatable boat repair if factory-gluing... Read More
Should You Buy a Used Inflatable Boat?
There are two types of used inflatable boats for sale... Read More
Hawaii Volcano Tour
A Hawaii volcano tour can be a most memorable experience,... Read More
Boondocking America
Boondocking is fun! Boondockers go anywhere they want, at any... Read More
Topographic Maps 101
The intricate details on a topographic map can be befuddling,... Read More
What Do Cowboys-n-Campfires Have in Common?
I bet you're wondering where the heck this articles going.... Read More
New Technologies in Camping and Outdoor Clothing Enhance the Outdoor Experience
Camping is an excellent way to explore and experience the... Read More
Camping and Outdoor Activities: Get Involved with Nature
Camping mixed with outdoor activity is a great way to... Read More
Spanish Courses in Spain
Spain: sun, sea, sand and Spanish... discover us! Spain, a... Read More
On Safari in Northern Tanzania ? Back to The Sixth Day of the Creation
Tanzania's natural endowment as a wildlife safari destination is unrivalled.... Read More
Packing a Backpack - A Guide
With so many different designs, packing a backpack will vary... Read More
Chimborazo: Learning Spanish At 20,600 Feet
Climbing the glaciers to the summit of Mount Chimborazo in... Read More
A Review of Inflatable Boat Manufacturers
There are many manufacturers of inflatable boats on the market... Read More
Tom Sawyer Day - Floating Down The River
There were four of us on that first Tom Sawyer... Read More
A Hiking Guide to Easter Island
Ask me which Pacific island has the most to offer... Read More
Ultralight Backpacks - The Lightest
Why ultralight backpacks? Devotees of ultralight backpacking know you reduce... Read More
Visiting Croatia
Croatia has quickly become Europe's hottest destination, and for good... Read More
Amazing Trek Across TIbet!
Today Bookpleasures and Sketchandtravel are pleased to have as our... Read More
Bird Watching Tips
Simply sitting and watching birds is a popular hobby around... Read More
Mount Kenya ? Up High at God?s Mountain
Mount Kenya is Africa's second highest mountain, after Kilimanjaro. It... Read More
Is There Such A Thing As A Romantic Camping Getaway In Minnesota?
Today, Norm Goldman, Editor of Sketchandtravel.com and Bookpleasures.com is pleased... Read More
Discover The Los Angeles County Arboretum & Botanic Garden In Arcadia California
In The city of Arcadia California, right next door to... Read More
Wal-Mart Camping And Other Free Places
"Do you know about Wal-Mart camping?" We didn't know, but... Read More
Mystic Seaport Captured ? Links to Our Past Guide, Part 3
Mystic Seaport celebrates the seafaring past of New England. Known... Read More
Stay Out of That Old Mine!
It seems like the most adventurous thing in the world.... Read More
Hard Labor Creek State Park Earned Its Name
One afternoon during a trip across the country in our... Read More
Hiking Trails Mt. Washington Valley NH - Trekking trails USA
Mt. Washington Valley Trails & Mt Washington - NHThe highest... Read More
Cycling in Europe: There?s More to the Tour de France than Lance
For the 92nd time, the Tour de France has started.... Read More
Costa Rica White Water Rafting Trip
Costa Rica's mountainous topography and copious rainfall are both responsible... Read More
4 Steps to an Enjoyable Hike
Some people have fought many years of their lives to... Read More
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