To many of us, travel is the ultimate adventure. It provides a psychological respite a break from the ordinary along with the thrill of doing something new. Travel can also represent a spiritual quest, a link with the past, an understanding of culture, insights into other peoples, an expanded knowledge of the world, intimate contact with nature, and lessons in tolerance. We all seek relief from boredom and sameness. We want challenge and adventure, and travel fits the bill.
Adventure can mean anything from a car trip to California to climbing Mount Everest.
The key is the experience itself and what it represents. Today s travelers are more physically active, curious, and better informed. We want a vacation that expands our horizons, introduces us to something out of the ordinary, or expands our skills and interests. In response to increased demand for the new and different, tour operators, outfitters and travel companies of every sort have risen to the occasion by designing a wealth of vacations designed to match any interest. If you are itching to get your fingers and shovels into the dirt, an archaeological dig might be just the thing.