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BOTSWANA Explore the vast plains of Botswana on a four-day riding safari across the Kalahari, meeting bushmen and learning the techniques of food-gathering, animal tracking and hunting. Rides are accompanied by a “San” bushman who will track wildlife including leopard, springbok, cheetah and wildebeest. Riders should be of good intermediate level. MOROCCO The best way to tackle the Sahara desert is by camel, just as the Bedouin have been doing...Read More

Sightseeing tours of Jasper by train reveal that not much has changed with this historic and natural Canadian landmark. Even with the addition of highways and the railroad, those who arrive for vacations will experience Jasper National Park very much as it was when David Thompson, Canada’s great fur-trade-era explorer, first saw it. Established in 1907 on the eastern slopes of the Rockies, Jasper National Park is part of the...Read More

The Thompson Okanagan region is located in the south of British Columbia, Canada’s westernmost province. The Okanagan is characterized by a dry, sunny climate, beautiful landscapes and numerous lakes. This region is most popular for vineyards, skiing, golf, deserts, mountains and valleys. The fruit orchards in the Okanagan produce some of the most delicious fruit in North America. Popular cities and towns in the Okanagan are Kelowna, Pentiction, Summerland, Peachland...Read More

Of the 137 islands in the Hawaiian chain, six welcome visitors with a warmth and charm known as the ‘Spirit of Aloha’. It’s easy to slip into the laid back Polynesian way of life. The scented tropical air, agreeable climate and warm waters add to the ease and enjoyment of your stay. The hardest part will be choosing what to do each day, Hawaii offers visitors so much. Maui –...Read More

The superb terrain and the moderate climate make Vancouver Island, BC a Mecca for mountain biking. Active clubs and their members help maintain the numerous trails you will find throughout the island, ranging from easy family tracks to the very difficult rides that will challenge your physical fitness and your technical know-how. In Victoria there’s the Galloping Goose, a multi use 60 km (37 mi.) trail that offers beauty and...Read More