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Lois' Adventure Travel Blog December 2008 Archive

By Lois Friedland, About.com Guide to Adventure Travel

Surviving an Avalanche

Wednesday December 31, 2008
Parts of the Rocky Mountains have received almost 200 inches of snow already this year. Resorts in Sierra Nevada are measuring snowfall in feet, even through it's only the ... Read More

The Cheat Sheet to Obtaining Your Passport

Saturday December 27, 2008
Traveling outside the U.S. and exploring foreign shore is lots of fun. Just remember: you'll need a passport. If you don't already have one, this quick video will show ... Read More

Explore the Great Smoky Mountains During Wilderness Wildlife Week

Tuesday December 23, 2008
You'll venture into the wild during the annual Wilderness Week in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, Jan. 10-17. During Wilderness Week, visitors learn more about and explore the Great Smoky Mountains ... Read More

Gear Up for 50,000 Miles of Pedal-Friendly Pavement

Friday December 19, 2008
A nationwide road map geared for bicyclists is well underway. Check out this article, which outlines the U.S. route that will link 50,000 miles of pedal-friendly pavement. ... Read More

Lonely Planet Sale: Travel Books and More 30 percent Off

Wednesday December 17, 2008
Whether you're an armchair travelers or looking for current books about your next destination, check out Lonely Planet's latest sale. You can purchase The Best Travel in 2009, or ... Read More

Curacao Garners Great Ratings in Scuba Diving Magazine's Readers Choice Awards

Monday December 15, 2008
Readers of Scuba Diving magazine have named Curacao as one of the top dive destinations in the world. In the January/February 2009 issue, the magazine will feature the Top 100 ... Read More

CMH Offers New Ski-Touring Program in the Bugaboos

Saturday December 13, 2008
CMH Heli-Skiing is returning to skiing's roots. If you love skiing downhill on constantly bended knees and think downhill skiing with fixed heels is for sissies, CMH has new ... Read More

Adventures By Disney Delivers Imaginative Family Vacations

Monday December 8, 2008
When you hear the word "Disney," do you only think of Mickey Mouse and Disneyland or Disneyworld? Adventures By Disney is a company that offers imaginative family vacations throughout the ... Read More

Blog Carnival - Adrenalin-Charged Adventures

Thursday December 4, 2008
Ready to add some zip to your trip? Here are some favorite adrenalin-charged adventures from 22 of About.com's travel guides. These adventures range from scaring yourself silly riding the ... Read More

"Be a Fighter Pilot" Among Experiences at American Express' My WishList

Wednesday December 3, 2008
Do you have an American Express card? If so, head to the annual American Express My WishList on Friday and fight for some spectacular packages. The "Be a Fighter ... Read More
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