When many people plan a family vacation, they often plan around food, fun, and relaxation. But relaxation does not have to mean lying around doing nothing. It can be very relaxing to go on a camping trip, for example, or a ski trip. These days, the family vacation that is focused on fitness is gaining popularity.
So how do you plan a fitness-oriented family vacation? Does it mean everyone is going to spend a week at boot camp? Family vacations that have a fitness theme do not have to be a grueling experience. In fact, they don't even have to take place at a fitness center or spa. Here are some ideas for a fit family vacation.
1. The beach
The classic family vacation is for everyone to go to the beach. But rather than eating a lot of rich food at restaurants and lying out in the sun, plan a daily activity. Each day can have something fitness oriented.
See if you can rent bicycles to ride on the beach or in the neighborhoods. Horseback riding is also something that many beach areas offer. Go swimming in the ocean in the morning and take a walk in the afternoon. Maybe there is a wildlife refuge near the beach, and you can take the family hiking. Or you can sign everyone up for surfing or tennis lessons. Just re-think the beach vacation and plan it as something active.
2. Camping and hiking
Camping trips can be surprisingly non-active if you don't plan them. If you drive an RV and just park it for a week, you aren't going to get much exercise. For a fitness-based camping trip, include some hiking, kayaking, or rafting. Each day of the camping trip, have something active planned. Camping in a different place every night while you hike a trail over the course of a few days is a great way to incorporate fitness into camping.
3. Dude ranches
A dude ranch is a resort, but it's patterned after a typical Western ranch. The whole family can get in on horseback riding, doing ranch chores, and participating in planned activities offered at the ranch. Some dude ranches offer children's programs with horseback riding, swimming, and even crafts. The whole family can have an active day and get plenty of exercise on a dude ranch vacation.
4. Skiing
The family ski vacation is a great one for getting fit. Even if there are people in your family who have never skied before, you can still enjoy a ski vacation - resorts almost always offer lessons for beginners. Every day you will be active on the slopes, and if you want some variety there are other activities, too: snowboarding, sledding, and even riding a snow mobile.
Friday, April 22, 2011
Monday, January 31, 2011
Skiing in Montana
Montana is one of the most popular destinations tourists come into if they want to ski as part of a recreation or sports activity.
That is because Montana is best known for the wonderful gift of nature to it, which makes it very perfect and ideal for various types and kinds of skiing activities.
Thus, there are a handful of wonderful and fantastic mountain resorts in the state that effectively entice tourists and travelers into trying the top tourist attraction and offering of the area: skiing.
Montana, the state
Montana is one of the obscure and peaceful states of the United States. It is the fourth biggest US state, having a land area of about 145,552 square miles.
Montana comes after Alaska, Texas, and then California, in terms of land mass and size. It is located north of the country, having the border with Canada’s Alberta and British Columbia states.
Two thirds of Montana is consisting of mountain ranges, making it more attractive for skiers and mountain climbers. It is to be noted that almost all of Montana’s mountain slopes are covered with very thick snow, making it very ideal and perfect for skiing fanatics and addicts.
Montana’s name for itself is the Spanish term for the word ‘mountain’. Montana is also termed and tagged as the United States’ “Treasure State”, the “Land of the Shining Mountains”, “the last best place”, and the “Big Sky Country”.
There are reasons for such nicknames and titles, and they are far very obvious. The mountains of Montana, all snow-capped, are really the state’s best and impressive asset.
Montana is the country’s fourth biggest, but is also one of the least populated states. The current statistics show that inhabitants of the state still do not reach a million. The extreme freezing climate condition and steep geography might be attributed for that.
Skiing resorts in Montana
As mentioned earlier, there are a number of skiing resorts in Montana. It is to be noted that each resort in the state are almost always fully booked.
Tourists coming in and checking in at Montana-based inns are almost always there for only one reason. That is because they want to experience the best skiing experience ever.
How could that be deprived of skiers in Montana, when the state’s surroundings are all full of beautiful sceneries and landscapes featuring the natural beauty of slopes and snow-capped peaks?
Here are some of the best known and popular skiing resorts in Montana. You may reserve or book accommodations through online sites or through coordinating with your reliable travel agent.
That is because Montana is best known for the wonderful gift of nature to it, which makes it very perfect and ideal for various types and kinds of skiing activities.
Thus, there are a handful of wonderful and fantastic mountain resorts in the state that effectively entice tourists and travelers into trying the top tourist attraction and offering of the area: skiing.
Montana, the state
Montana is one of the obscure and peaceful states of the United States. It is the fourth biggest US state, having a land area of about 145,552 square miles.
Montana comes after Alaska, Texas, and then California, in terms of land mass and size. It is located north of the country, having the border with Canada’s Alberta and British Columbia states.
Two thirds of Montana is consisting of mountain ranges, making it more attractive for skiers and mountain climbers. It is to be noted that almost all of Montana’s mountain slopes are covered with very thick snow, making it very ideal and perfect for skiing fanatics and addicts.
Montana’s name for itself is the Spanish term for the word ‘mountain’. Montana is also termed and tagged as the United States’ “Treasure State”, the “Land of the Shining Mountains”, “the last best place”, and the “Big Sky Country”.
There are reasons for such nicknames and titles, and they are far very obvious. The mountains of Montana, all snow-capped, are really the state’s best and impressive asset.
Montana is the country’s fourth biggest, but is also one of the least populated states. The current statistics show that inhabitants of the state still do not reach a million. The extreme freezing climate condition and steep geography might be attributed for that.
Skiing resorts in Montana
As mentioned earlier, there are a number of skiing resorts in Montana. It is to be noted that each resort in the state are almost always fully booked.
Tourists coming in and checking in at Montana-based inns are almost always there for only one reason. That is because they want to experience the best skiing experience ever.
How could that be deprived of skiers in Montana, when the state’s surroundings are all full of beautiful sceneries and landscapes featuring the natural beauty of slopes and snow-capped peaks?
Here are some of the best known and popular skiing resorts in Montana. You may reserve or book accommodations through online sites or through coordinating with your reliable travel agent.
- Big Mountain Ski Resort. This resort boasts of tree skiing. The most crowded inn in Montana, no wonder.
- Big Sky Resort. Costly price is the resort’s prerogative. But is also equates to superior skiing experience. The resort is dubbed as the state’s premiere.
- Blacktail Ski Area. The resort is almost just a start up. The management is luring customers through its affordable and reasonable rates and pricing.
- Bridger Bowl Ski Area. This is another affordable and reasonably priced ski resort in the mountainous and snow-covered state of Montana. Definitely a must go inn.
Tuesday, January 04, 2011
What’s Your Take With Snow Skiing?
The rush of adrenalin
If you’re the type of person who wants to get exhilarated regularly, then snow skiing is the thing for you. And if you’re the type of person with a high paying but boring job, the more that this sport would appeal to you.
Even the Royals, bored to death with their smile-here-and-there jobs, enjoy a few moments of being out in the the cold only to experience the adrenalin rush induced by snow skiing.
Perhaps you’ve dreamed of climbing the highest peaks. Imagine if you would not only step on these white mountains, but actually ski on them. Who knows? Maybe the next star at the mogul fields is just waiting to be born from you.
The pure bliss and excitement derived from the rush of having hot skis burning and making way through the soft snow is simply extraordinary.
Getting started
My experiences with snow are limited to the shoveling of the powdered ice from rooftop during winter. How should I start?
Wherever you are, whatever it is you do, you can learn to ski. It’s not very far from learning the newest online game. The difference lies on the fact that instead of maneuvering your players to outdo and outwit your opponent, you will be maneuvering yourself, and you’re enemy is no one but the reluctant part of you.
On day one, snow skiing will admittedly be a challenging and even intimidating exercise. But don’t worry. This is just a start toward something exciting and enjoyable. The more you practice, the more you get over it, and the more skiing would become second nature to you.
But, of course, as a starter, safety should be your paramount concern. You should begin skiing on marked pistes for safety. Once you’ve gained confidence, you can start by being bolder each time. Skiing is an extreme activity, when taken to its maximum level. But if you’re only starting, caution and safety are imperative.
On this note, you don’t need to be in your top shape and super fit to start. After all, skiing is a sport, so you can have your fitness develop later. However, since snow skiing is a physical activity, it will help if you would take some warm up exercises, or do jogs prior to your skiing holiday.
It would also help if you join a ski school and have some lessons. Ski schools are usually present in skiing cities or areas. You’ll get more confidence while working with others that are beginners themselves.
The initial difficulty should not inhibit your trying the sport. It’s interesting to note that even those people with disabilities go skiing. Some are even blind and with other physical problems and yet they’ve found to work their way out.
If you’re the type of person who wants to get exhilarated regularly, then snow skiing is the thing for you. And if you’re the type of person with a high paying but boring job, the more that this sport would appeal to you.
Even the Royals, bored to death with their smile-here-and-there jobs, enjoy a few moments of being out in the the cold only to experience the adrenalin rush induced by snow skiing.
Perhaps you’ve dreamed of climbing the highest peaks. Imagine if you would not only step on these white mountains, but actually ski on them. Who knows? Maybe the next star at the mogul fields is just waiting to be born from you.
The pure bliss and excitement derived from the rush of having hot skis burning and making way through the soft snow is simply extraordinary.
Getting started
My experiences with snow are limited to the shoveling of the powdered ice from rooftop during winter. How should I start?
Wherever you are, whatever it is you do, you can learn to ski. It’s not very far from learning the newest online game. The difference lies on the fact that instead of maneuvering your players to outdo and outwit your opponent, you will be maneuvering yourself, and you’re enemy is no one but the reluctant part of you.
On day one, snow skiing will admittedly be a challenging and even intimidating exercise. But don’t worry. This is just a start toward something exciting and enjoyable. The more you practice, the more you get over it, and the more skiing would become second nature to you.
But, of course, as a starter, safety should be your paramount concern. You should begin skiing on marked pistes for safety. Once you’ve gained confidence, you can start by being bolder each time. Skiing is an extreme activity, when taken to its maximum level. But if you’re only starting, caution and safety are imperative.
On this note, you don’t need to be in your top shape and super fit to start. After all, skiing is a sport, so you can have your fitness develop later. However, since snow skiing is a physical activity, it will help if you would take some warm up exercises, or do jogs prior to your skiing holiday.
It would also help if you join a ski school and have some lessons. Ski schools are usually present in skiing cities or areas. You’ll get more confidence while working with others that are beginners themselves.
The initial difficulty should not inhibit your trying the sport. It’s interesting to note that even those people with disabilities go skiing. Some are even blind and with other physical problems and yet they’ve found to work their way out.
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