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Because you can have it all. Bring your favorite traveling companion to the slopes and everyone will be happy.
Vancouver is an incredible city, nestled in between mountains and the sea. Many residents choose to explore the city by bicycle, and Thomas Eleizegui, a local rider and owner of Musette Cafe, loves one particular ride called Cypress Mountain – a 10.5 kilometer climb that gives the…
Seeing Europe's famed countryside just got a lot easier.
Thirty years after it was officially decommissioned comes Bicycle Route 66—the first all encompassing cycling map of the iconic byway. So finally, you can ditch the car and explore the most historic road in the U.S. on two wheels.
The aerial cinema experts at Teton Gravity Research release the first ultra HD footage of the Himalayas shot from above 20,000 feet with the GSS C520 system, the most advanced gyro-stabilized camera system in the world. Filmed from a helicopter with a crew flying…
For the latest film from More Than Just Parks, the crew spent 15 days covering over 200 miles in California’s Joshua Tree National Park. Known for its immense boulder piles, colorful cactus fields, endless desert expanses, unusual Joshua trees, and epic climbing routes, the park…
Relaxing on the Greek islands is easy. Finding a unique outdoor adventure? Much trickier. So take it from someone who has lived there and stop the guessing.
Tow this ultralight camping trailer with a motorcycle.
We knew the Balkans were beautiful, but this is really something. Filmmaker Amir Kulagic shot this stunning timelapse of some of Bosnia’s most popular mountains, lakes and waterfalls in 4K, and the country never looked better. …
The Ebola virus has devastated a tiny corner of West Africa, but the entire continent is feeling the fallout
Gas is cheap and flying is not. The dollar is strong, so tourists will be flocking to Europe—leaving domestic destinations blissfully uncrowded. The result: stay local and the country will be yours.
If you love sleeping under the sky, you should try it in the coziest way possible—within the snug confines of a plush outdoor bed.
Bring your creature comforts wherever the road takes you.
And it definitely has the coolest heli-skiing setup.
Take in as many mountains (and drinks) as you can in a breakneck, hardcore-skier's perfect weekend in Park City and Deer Valley.
Plan a perfect weekend to the legendary British Columbia ski area
Who needs nightlife when your days are spent tackling terrain like this?
From surfing powder to high-altitude hot tubs, California boasts an array of splashy wintertime activities for the whole family.
Where to ski, stay, eat, and drink in the Colorado mountain town.
The isolated community is still a ski-bum heaven, with steep and deep terrain and a touch of cowboy charm.
Wild West charm alongside wild, crowd-free lines—Let's Go!
Ocearch, a non-profit organization founded by former reality-TV host Chris Fischer, is known for their research on Great White Sharks and other apex ocean predators. In the Spring of 2014, the Ocearch team headed to the remote Juan Fernandez Islands off the coast of Chile on a…
After 5 years of work, 38 flights, and 10 separate visas to Burma, photographer David Heath released his first book late last year. Undeniably one of the most raw and photogenic places on earth, Heath brought an eye to the region that can only be explained by his hours logged behind the lens and devotion to this project. We caught up with Heath to hear his thoughts on some of his favorite images and get a preview into his 248-page book Burma: An Enchanted Spirit.
Among the benefits to hitting the trail in winter? No mosquitoes. But there are more!
Capture the placid perfection of a winter forest by staying in one of these arboreal lofts. Not only are they specifically made to weather the cold, but they’re cozy too.
The sport has long been the cardio cousin to carving lines alpine style. But, people are finally beginning to realize that it’s actually a lot of fun! Especially if you hit up one of the trails listed here.
Saddle up for brisk days and cozy fireside nights at some of the plushest digs in the West.
The sport has reached critical mass, which means there are more trails than ever across the U.S. curated specifically for those extra wide tires.
The tropical paradise, once a blighted war zone, is rapidly opening up to travelers. But is the push to boost tourism coming at too high a price?
If lingering holiday malaise and winter's cold, short days are knocking you off your game, look no further. One of these trips is sure to recharge you.
If you've never been to India, go with a company that knows the ropes, even in a well-traveled state like Kerala. Here's how to do it right.
That's what they call the southern Indian state of Kerala, a laid-back tropical paradise where you can paddle hidden backwaters, trek the rugged Western Ghats, look for tigers, indulge in Ayurvedic treatments, and chill out on unspoiled beaches. Just leave your manic Western self behind.
Yow: Icelandic for Yes is a surf and fly fishing film shot in Iceland. “Yow” isn’t just a word, it’s a feeling – it’s smiling with a pull of whiskey after a long day in the rain, it’s believing in the unknown. From rendezvousing with 16th generation farmers while discovering…
Portions of the country remain off-limits, but the risks of visiting many of the most popular adventure destinations have been overstated. You just need to know where to stay.
Looking for some of adventure on your Caribbean escape? Down for going off the beaten path? Check out these often-overlooked islands that are more than the sum of their white sandy beaches.
Who needs an après ski scene when there's one happening right on the slope?
Most Travelers aren't directly affected by the resumption of U.S.-Cuba diplomatic relations.
Travel website Hopper has got snagging airfare deals down to a science.
Photographer Ben Moon takes us on his journey to the desert to climb some splitters in Indian Creek, using the all-new Lytro ILLUM camera—designed to capture fuller, deeper, and more stunning images than ever before.
The Black Fly Collective presents, Iceland: Up From Below, a visual story of three friends exploring the wilds of Iceland together. Follow them on a journey through the beautiful and varied landscapes of the remote Atlantic island. …
Unleash your inner Norse god while driving one of these scenic winter routes.
The latest film from More Than Just Parks, this video is the culmination of two weeks spent exploring the Great Smoky Mountains National Park during peak fall color. The park is known for an extraordinary display of fall colors, incredibly diverse wildlife and for…
A new visa policy makes it much easier for Americans to travel to India. But it’s a big country. Where should you go?
Stronger dollar? Check. Weaker euro? Check. Time to go see the world again!
Ever since Swiss photographer Bruno Augsburger discovered the Canadian Yukon Territory in 2000, he's made it his goal to spend as much time there as possible. Augsburger will spend weeks alone in the wilderness, relying on bushcraft skills to survive.
Snagging a trip to Antarctica has never been so simple. Still, it's one of the trickiest places in the world to visit. Here are the five ways to get there.
Complaints abound, but number one may surprise you.
A group of friends built the houseboat we never knew we needed. Even better: It's available for rent.
Want to skin the frontcountry? Try these six spots.
No two ski resorts are alike. But which one is right for you? We break down more than 30 of North America's best to find the perfect fit.
Pack up the surfboards and the mountain bikes but don’t get too lost in adventure, there’s plenty to eat and drink as well.
Is there such a thing as the greatest vista on earth? The Japanese think so, and they've got the breathtaking Three Scenic Views, a trio of iconic landscapes that stand above the rest. One writer takes them all in on a breakneck tour.
With fares skyrocketing, you need to stop following the old rules of travel to book an affordable ticket.
From cliff jumping in the Northeast to watching an orchestra of lightning strikes in the desert. Outside Magazine and The North Face have put together a list of the 50 places that you have to #SeeForYourself.
For your European tour, ski Val Thorens and sleep at Altapura
Venturing into unfamiliar mountains to find amazing trails chiseled into the landscape and pushing your limits are core expriences that define being a mountain biker. Jared Graves, the reigning Enduro World Series Champion, and the Yeti Cycles team travel deep into the Kootenay region of British Columbia…
We'd known about the storm for days, so how come hundreds of trekkers were caught off guard?
Sure, we've all dreamed about leaving work behind and retreating to a simple mountain getaway. But these lucky souls have made the dream a reality. We asked our Instagram followers to submit photos of their favorite wild hideouts using #OutsideCabins. Here are 25 standouts.
Hunker down in a fully outfitted private cottage and brace yourself for stunning views of the country's wild majesty.
Photographer Ben Moon takes us on his journey through Norway, using the all-new Lytro Illum camera—designed to capture fuller, deeper, and more stunning images than ever before. Relive his adventure through the Nordic countryside with four artists and VW camper.
Five mountain towns where the skiing and riding are matched by equally entertaining off-the-slopes escapades.
Looking for the funnest terrain in North America? Go here.
When a craft-beer brewery starts making hand-made mountain bikes and putting them on a kickass North Carolina ranch, happiness is only a singletrack ride away.