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Lois' Adventure Travel Blog October 2008 Archive

By Lois Friedland, About.com Guide to Adventure Travel

Concerned Resorts Putting Winter Vacations on Sale Early

Thursday October 30, 2008
Even as many ski and snowboard fanatics hide credit cards in a drawer, we are also frantically surfing the Web for vacation deals at winter resorts. ... Read More

Checkpoint Friendly Backpacks and Laptop Bags On Sale

Tuesday October 28, 2008
Looking for a checkpoint friendly backpack or laptop bag, so you don't have to pull your laptop out of your carry-on luggage while going through airport security? TSA now ... Read More

That Thief Couldn't Cut The Strap On My Hip Pack

Sunday October 26, 2008
He tried, but the wire-reinforced slash-proof belt wouldn't give. If you want some terrific anti-theft travel gear -- for yourself or holiday gifts - check out the Pacsafe line. ... Read More

Scaling the World's Deepest Canyon for Treasure

Thursday October 23, 2008
Steamboat, Colorado, adventurer Eugene Buchanan, the lone kayaker on an expedition sanctioned by the New York-based Explorer's Club and sponsored by the Warshaw Stock Exchange, had to ... Read More

Here's Where to Find and Set Up Your Ultimate Adventure

Tuesday October 21, 2008
This new book lists some of the coolest adventure travel trips on the planet. Ultimate Adventures - A Rough Guide to Adventure Travel lists 177 trips that range from ... Read More

Win an REI Trip and Head-to-Toe Gear Courtesy of the Gear Junkie

Friday October 17, 2008
Many athletes (the weekend type or more serious ones) who love gadgets already know about the Gear Junkie. If you don't, now is the time to learn about Stephen Regenold ... Read More

Tips from Savvy Travelers Who Know How To Ease Travel Ordeals

Tuesday October 14, 2008
Looking for practical pointers on everything from "How to Judge a Hotel Room" to "Losing Your Luggage Without Losing Your Mind," to "Top 7 Health Tips for Before and During ... Read More

Trip Prices to Iceland Slashed Because of the Country's Fragile Economy

Saturday October 11, 2008
The global economic crisis has a silver lining for Americans who want to explore Iceland's exotic landscape. The cost of the airfare, lodging, adventurous hiking, riding and hot springs ... Read More

Are You in Hawaii When Riding the Hulahula?

Wednesday October 8, 2008
Nope. You're actually rafting in Alaska! It's just one of the journeys you'll read about in "Riding the Hulahula to the Arctic Ocean - a Guide to ... Read More

Free Books From Lonely Planet's Online Store

Saturday October 4, 2008
Lonely Planet's online bookstore is having a free book promotion. The deal: Buy at last three physical books and spend at least $40 (not hard to do these days) and ... Read More

If You Want to Explore "Down Under" Visit AdventurePro

Friday October 3, 2008
Planning a trip to Australia or New Zealand? You'll find links to adventure travel companies, accommodations and lots of things to do on AdventurePro, a Web site maintained by ... Read More
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