Today we'll explore a land-based Galapagos adventure - away from the busy ship-based tours!  You'll visit several Galapagos islands and learn about the incredible animals, landscape and the history.   We will hike the volcanos and snorkel the shores - even with sharks (but don't worry... they don't bite)! We will learn about the Darwin research center and some of the history of this fascinating area.  This is definitely a Bucket List adventure to add to your list! COMPLETE SHOW NOTES  See important links for planning your adventure, photos, videos and more cool info about hiking, backpacking, and paddle packing Isle Royale National Park. Get FREE Travel Planners for ATA adventures (and each month you will get an email from Kit with links to all future Travel Planners (no spam promise!).  Get the monthly newsletter here. CONTACT KIT Resources  Promo Codes and Recommended Tour Companies Travel Insurance:  Quickly and easily compare rates and policies from different companies Amazon Kit's Picks  Please use my Amazon link to access your Amazon account.  Even if you don’t purchase any of my recommendations, I get credit for anything you DO purchase - at no additional cost to you, you’ll be helping to support the show and keeping it AD FREE:) SUBSCRIBE to the Adventure Travel Show (the “How to’s of adventure travel) SUBSCRIBE to Active Travel Adventures (fantastic adventure destinations) Join the Active Travel Adventures Facebook Group Follow ATA on Twitter Follow ATA on Instagram Follow ATA on Pinterest 

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Galapagos Hiking and Snorkeling Adventures

Galapagos Land-Based Hiking and Snorkeling Adventure

On today's podcast, we learn all about Isle Royale National Park and why it's the most REVISITED US NATIONAL PARK in the Lower 48, even though it's the least visited park!  Join Kit as she backpacks this rugged island that gets only 19,000 visitors each year.  You can also paddle pack among the 70 interior islands, and Kit discusses this as well. You'll learn about the history, the flora and fauna as well as the geological creation of this island archipelago and Lake Superior of this rugged land, plus the best way to get to Isle Royale. COMPLETE SHOW NOTES  See important links for planning your adventure, photos, videos and more cool info about hiking, backpacking, and paddle packing Isle Royale National Park. LINKS MENTIONED: How to Backpack Ultra Lite Backpacking Safety in Bear Country (good info for moose, too:) Backcountry Portable Water Treatment Hiker's Emergency Kit What To Do if You Get Lost in the Woods Get FREE Travel Planners for ATA adventures (and each month you will get an email from Kit with links to all future Travel Planners (no spam promise!).  Get the monthly newsletter here. CONTACT KIT Resources  Promo Codes and Recommended Tour Companies Travel Insurance:  Quickly and easily compare rates and policies from different companies Amazon Kit's Picks  Please use my Amazon link to access your Amazon account.  Even if you don’t purchase any of my recommendations, I get credit for anything you DO purchase - at no additional cost to you, you’ll be helping to support the show and keeping it AD FREE:) SUBSCRIBE to the Adventure Travel Show (the “How to’s of adventure travel) SUBSCRIBE to Active Travel Adventures (fantastic adventure destinations) Join the Active Travel Adventures Facebook Group Follow ATA on Twitter Follow ATA on Instagram Follow ATA on Pinterest 

Isle Royale National Park

In this special bonus episode, Kit interviews Wendy van Lieshout, CEO of Active Adventures, about the merger with Austin Adventures.  Plus, we discuss travel today in the post vaccine world of covid.  In addition to the merger, we discuss possible vaccine passports, why using a tour company may be more important than ever, and general insights about travel in this crazy new world. The merger of these two great adventure travel companies creates some cool shared features: Incredible local guides who have in-depth knowledge of every destination and years (if not decades) of experience  Small group sizes - average of 12-18 travellers per trip with two guides.   One-of-a-kind experiences, away from the crowds  All-inclusive, multi-day, fully guided, multi-activity adventures in the most stunning adventure travel destinations around the world [now over 100!!!] Authentic, personalized service - taking care of every detail, so guests can just relax and enjoy their holiday  Hand-picked accommodation in amazing locations  Great food is part of the adventure and experience  “We were created in different countries, yet our companies have very similar stories. Each business is like a family – now we’ve just created one bigger family!” Dan Austin, Founder of US-based Austin Adventures Get FREE Travel Planners for ATA adventures (and each month you will get an email from Kit with links to all future Travel Planners (no spam promise!).  Get the monthly newsletter here. CONTACT KIT Resources  Promo Codes and Recommended Tour Companies Travel Insurance:  Quickly and easily compare rates and policies from different companies Amazon Kit's Picks  Please use my Amazon link to access your Amazon account.  Even if you don’t purchase any of my recommendations, I get credit for anything you DO purchase - at no additional cost to you, you’ll be helping to support the show and keeping it AD FREE:) SUBSCRIBE to the Adventure Travel Show (the “How to’s of adventure travel) SUBSCRIBE to Active Travel Adventures (fantastic adventure destinations) Join the Active Travel Adventures Facebook Group Follow ATA on Twitter Follow ATA on Instagram Follow ATA on Pinterest 

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Paddle the Colorado River for six days through Canyonlands National Park's famous Cataract Canyon.   On this relaxing vacation, you can paddle or simply ride along in the dory as you choose each day!  Plus, in calm waters, you can SUP and others, kayak the smaller rapids!  Stretch your legs on the many optional day hikes through this impressive canyon along the Colorado River before it hits Lake Powell.  This trip isn't hard to book, like the Grand Canyon's trip, plus it takes less than a week instead over over two weeks! Kit interviews popular travel blogger Sherry Ott of Ottsworld.com about her recent paddling adventure with O.A.R.S. We'll hear what it was like and what to expect to see if this holiday should be added to your travel list. COMPLETE SHOW NOTES  See important links to boondocking sites, photos and more cool info Get FREE Travel Planners for ATA adventures (and each month you will get an email from Kit with links to all future Travel Planners (no spam promise!).  Get the monthly newsletter here. CONTACT KIT Resources  Promo Codes and Recommended Tour Companies Travel Insurance:  Quickly and easily compare rates and policies from different companies Amazon Kit's Picks  Please use my Amazon link to access your Amazon account.  Even if you don’t purchase any of my recommendations, I get credit for anything you DO purchase - at no additional cost to you, you’ll be helping to support the show and keeping it AD FREE:) SUBSCRIBE to the Adventure Travel Show (the “How to’s of adventure travel) SUBSCRIBE to Active Travel Adventures (fantastic adventure destinations) Join the Active Travel Adventures Facebook Group Follow ATA on Twitter Follow ATA on Instagram Follow ATA on Pinterest 

Raft the Colorado River thru Canyonlands National Park

Sophie Diaries:  Camper Van Road Trip through the Dakotas to Lake Superior Kit continues her adventures in “Sophie”, her converted Mercedes Sprinter camper van. On today’s show, we visit the Black Hills of South Dakota, Theodore Roosevelt National Park and Graham Island State Park in North Dakota, the western coastline of Lake Superior and the Apostle Islands. Learn about these destinations plus get insight into what it's like to travel in a camper van. Get FREE Travel Planners for ATA adventures (and each month you will get an email from Kit with links to all future Travel Planners (no spam promise!).  Get the monthly newsletter here. CONTACT KIT Links Mentioned on Today’s Show: Bhutan Episode I Bhutan Episode II Bear Safety Quebec Adventures Glacier National Park Costa Rica Camino Peace Garden ND Crazy Horse Memorial SD Black Hills and Badlands SD Theodore Roosevelt National Park Mount Rushmore Sturgis Motorcycle Rally Resources  Travel with Kit  Promo Codes and Recommended Tour Companies Travel Insurance:  Quickly and easily compare rates and policies from different companies Amazon Kit's Picks  Please use my Amazon link to access your Amazon account.  Even if you don’t purchase any of my recommendations, I get credit for anything you DO purchase - at no additional cost to you, you’ll be helping to support the show and keeping it AD FREE:) SUBSCRIBE to the Adventure Travel Show (the “How to’s of adventure travel) SUBSCRIBE to Active Travel Adventures (fantastic adventure destinations) Join the Active Travel Adventures Facebook Group Follow ATA on Twitter Follow ATA on Instagram Follow ATA on Pinterest 

North and South Dakota, Apostle Islands , Lake Superior and more

Hike the rugged North Island of Japan, Hoikkado and avoid the crowds of more touristy parts of Japan. Kit interviews Rick and Susan about their beautiful hiking adventure on this little known part of Japan.  Earlier, they shared their Bolivia and Peru adventures, so be sure to check that show out. On today's show, we learn what to expect if you go on a Hoikkado Japan hiking tour : what you'll see and eat, how to use an onsen (traditional Japanese bath), when to go and more. COMPLETE SHOW NOTES  See important details and links for planning your Hokkaido adventure, photos and more cool info. Get FREE Travel Planners for ATA adventures (and each month you will get an email from Kit with links to all future Travel Planners (no spam promise!).  Get the monthly newsletter here. CONTACT KIT Resources  Promo Codes and Recommended Tour Companies Amazon Kit's Picks  Please use my Amazon link to access your Amazon account.  Even if you don’t purchase any of my recommendations, I get credit for anything you DO purchase - at no additional cost to you, you’ll be helping to support the show and keeping it AD FREE:) SUBSCRIBE to the Adventure Travel Show (the “How to’s of adventure travel) SUBSCRIBE to Active Travel Adventures (fantastic adventure destinations) Join the Active Travel Adventures Facebook Group Follow ATA on Twitter Follow ATA on Instagram Follow ATA on Pinterest 

Hike Japan's North Island of Hokkaido

Listen in as Kit chats with online personal trainer Becki Rupp of Trailblazer Wellness about how to plan and tweak your adventure travel training program when life gets in the way. You want to make sure you enjoy your adventure, maximize your chances of success while minimizing your chance of injury.  So its best to train your mind and body ahead of time. On today's show, we eavesdrop on Kit's consultation and learn ways to adapt when your schedule doesn't quite mesh with the plan.  Becki also shares important tips on training in general and how she works with clients online individually and in groups to help them prepare for their adventurous dream trips. COMPLETE SHOW NOTES  See important links to boondocking sites, photos and more cool info Get FREE Travel Planners for ATA adventures (and each month you will get an email from Kit with links to all future Travel Planners (no spam promise!).  Get the monthly newsletter here. Links mentioned on today's show: Training for Kilimanjaro Climbing Kilimanjaro Training for Altitude CONTACT KIT Resources  Promo Codes and Recommended Tour Companies Travel Insurance:  Quickly and easily compare rates and policies from different companies Amazon Kit's Picks  Please use my Amazon link to access your Amazon account.  Even if you don’t purchase any of my recommendations, I get credit for anything you DO purchase - at no additional cost to you, you’ll be helping to support the show and keeping it AD FREE:)   SUBSCRIBE to the Adventure Travel Show (the “How to’s of adventure travel) SUBSCRIBE to Active Travel Adventures (fantastic adventure destinations) Join the Active Travel Adventures Facebook Group Follow ATA on Twitter Follow ATA on Instagram Follow ATA on Pinterest

Training for Adventure Travel

Hike and explore springtime in Colorado as Kit and 'Sophie', her converted Sprinter cargo van, visit Dolores, Cortez, Durango, Salida, Colorado Springs, Denver and Rocky Mountain National Park. Get FREE Travel Planners for ATA adventures (and each month you will get an email from Kit with links to all future Travel Planners (no spam promise!).  Get the monthly newsletter here. CONTACT KIT Resources  Promo Codes and Recommended Tour Companies Amazon Kit's Picks  Please use my Amazon link to access your Amazon account.  Even if you don’t purchase any of my recommendations, I get credit for anything you DO purchase - at no additional cost to you, you’ll be helping to support the show and keeping it AD FREE:) SUBSCRIBE to the Adventure Travel Show (the “How to’s of adventure travel) SUBSCRIBE to Active Travel Adventures (fantastic adventure destinations) Join the Active Travel Adventures Facebook Group Follow ATA on Twitter Follow ATA on Instagram Follow ATA on Pinterest 

Hiking Colorado - The Sophie Diaries

Learn about Scotland's most popular 96 mile long distance trail in today's interview with Phil who, with his wife, walked this beautiful trail. We will hear what you'll see and learn what advice Phil has for those interested to see if this is an adventure you'd like to do. Kit also walked the West Highland Way in 2017, so she adds her two cents, too. COMPLETE SHOW NOTES  See important links to help plan your West Highland Way adventure, plus see photos and more info.  You can also listen to Kit's own WHW adventure on the Show Notes link as well. Get FREE Travel Planners for ATA adventures (and each month you will get an email from Kit with links to all future Travel Planners (no spam promise!).  Get the monthly newsletter here.   CONTACT KIT Resources  Promo Codes and Recommended Tour Companies Amazon Kit's Picks SUBSCRIBE to the Adventure Travel Show (the “How to’s of adventure travel) SUBSCRIBE to Active Travel Adventures (fantastic adventure destinations) Join the Active Travel Adventures Facebook Group Follow ATA on Twitter Follow ATA on Instagram Follow ATA on Pinterest 

Hike the West Highland Way of Scotland

Kit heads to magical southern Utah to explore not just its fantastic National Parks, but also some lesser known areas, as she continues her USA camper van road trip in "Sophie". Learn about cool destinations and what Kit has learned about road tripping - both good and bad - along with tips to make your next road trip more pleasant. LINKS MENTIONED ON TODAY'S EPISODE: Wildland Trekking [ Use Promo Code ATA75] Active Adventures [Email Kit for Promo Code] Red Cliffs Lodge Moab UT Rim Tours [ Mountain biking guided tours Moab] Utah's Mighty 5 National Parks ATA episode #90 Teton National Park ATA episode #52 Olympic National Park ATA episode #26 Hike Sedona   ATA episode #88 Boondocking Adventure Travel Show Podcast #34   Get FREE Travel Planners for ATA adventures (and each month you will get an email from Kit with links to all future Travel Planners (no spam promise!).  Get the monthly newsletter here.   Resources  Promo Codes and Recommended Tour Companies Amazon Kit's Picks CONTACT KIT SUBSCRIBE to the Adventure Travel Show (the “How to’s of adventure travel) SUBSCRIBE to Active Travel Adventures (fantastic adventure destinations) Join the Active Travel Adventures Facebook Group Follow ATA on Twitter Follow ATA on Instagram Follow ATA on Pinterest 

Hike and Bike Southern Utah

Discover the extraordinary landscape of Utah's "Mighty 5" National Parks! We visit Arches, Canyonlands, Capitol Reef, Bryce Canyon and Zion National Parks, plus the cool town of Moab.  Our guest, Ally, tells us about her hiking adventure with ATA affiliate Active Adventures [BONUS:  Email Kit to get an exclusive Discount Promo Code to save on your Utah or any Active tour!]  Get complete details, see photos and more on the SHOW NOTES HERE. Get FREE Travel Planners for ATA adventures (and each month you will get an email from Kit with links to all future Travel Planners (no spam promise!).  Get the monthly newsletter here. CONTACT KIT SUBSCRIBE to the Adventure Travel Show (the “How to’s of adventure travel) SUBSCRIBE to Active Travel Adventures (fantastic adventure destinations) Join the Active Travel Adventures Facebook Group Follow ATA on Twitter Follow ATA on Instagram Follow ATA on Pinterest 

Hike Utah's 'Mighty 5' National Parks

The Sophie Diaries : May 2021 Join Kit as she explores the incredible landscapes of Northern Arizona!  We hike and/or bike the Grand Canyon, Flagstaff and Sedona.  We boondock in the Cococino and Prescott National Forest.   Follow along as Kit learns how to travel and live in her converter camper van, "Sophie".  Get tips on camper van travel and learn from Kit's mistakes. Support this show at no additional cost to you by shopping Amazon on this link.   Other Active Travel Adventures episodes mentioned in today's show: Flagstaff Sedona Hike the Grand Canyon Raft the Grand Canyon Get FREE Travel Planners for ATA adventures (and each month you will get an email from Kit with links to all future Travel Planners (no spam promise!).  Get the monthly newsletter here. CONTACT KIT SUBSCRIBE to the Adventure Travel Show (the “How to’s of adventure travel) SUBSCRIBE to Active Travel Adventures (fantastic adventure destinations) Join the Active Travel Adventures Facebook Group Follow ATA on Twitter Follow ATA on Instagram Follow ATA on Pinterest  

Sophie Diaries May 2021

Hike the red rock canyons of mystical Sedona on today’s show.  Learn what you need to know about exploring this stunning landscape.  Join Kit as she hikes these magical canyons with ATA affiliate Wildland Trekking on their base camp Sedona adventure.  Use Promo Code ATA75 on any multi-day Wildland adventure!  You'll be helping to support the show while saving $$$!  COMPLETE SHOW NOTES  See photos and important links to plan your Sedona adventure.   Get FREE Travel Planners for all Active Travel Adventures episodes (plus each month you will get an email from Kit with links to all future Travel Planners (no spam promise!).  Get the monthly newsletter here. CONTACT KIT SUBSCRIBE to the Adventure Travel Show (the “How to’s of adventure travel) SUBSCRIBE to Active Travel Adventures (fantastic adventure destinations) Join the Active Travel Adventures Facebook Group Follow ATA on Twitter Follow ATA on Instagram Follow ATA on Pinterest

Hike the Red Rock Canyons of Sedona

Sophie Diaries:  USA Camper Van Road Trip NC>VA Kit heads out on the road again in "Sophie", her 2011 converted Sprinter van. In today's episode, we explore the Appalachian mountain areas of NC, VA and TN. Learn what it's like to take a camping road trip, what Kit has learned, often by trial and error, on how to make the best of the situation in traveling in a van without a set agenda. Links mentioned: Adventure Travel Show Podcast:  Boondocking (= Camp for FREE!) Active Travel Adventures Podcast: Baja Mexico and the Day of the Dead National Forests Flagstaff AZ Get FREE Travel Planners for ATA adventures (and each month you will get an email from Kit with links to all future Travel Planners (no spam promise!).  Get the monthly newsletter here. CONTACT KIT SUBSCRIBE to the Adventure Travel Show (the “How to’s of adventure travel) SUBSCRIBE to Active Travel Adventures (fantastic adventure destinations) Join the Active Travel Adventures Facebook Group Follow ATA on Twitter Follow ATA on Instagram Follow ATA on Pinterest 

USA Camper Van Road Trip - April 2021

Active Travel Adventures curates multi-day world wide adventure travel for reasonably fit folks who prefer to hike, bike, paddle or otherwise stay active for a more immersive experience while they vacation and explore our planet and its people. ATA's mission is to inspire and empower you to lead a bigger life through adventure travel.