March 16, 2015
YeeHaw! Head to the Travaasa Austin for an active TrailblazerGirl getaway! Dive in to plenty of outdoor activities like horseback riding, geocaching, archery, hiking, yoga, an on-site challenge course, pump bike track (biking without pedaling!), and it wouldn’t be Texas without a mechanical bull workout! You won’t be roughing it with luxury accommodations in this beautiful […]
February 24, 2015
Coming March 20, 2015. Looking for an event that’s out of the ordinary? How about a solar eclipse? To be more specific, check out a TOTAL solar eclipse from the Faroe Islands, an island group about halfway between Iceland and Norway. Apparently, total solar eclipses occur once every one to two years but are only […]
February 11, 2015
Is viewing the Aurora Borealis on your bucket list? If it is, consider staying in the Aurora Bubble at the Nellim Wilderness Hotel in Finland. The Aurora Bubble rooms have massive skylight-type ceilings directly above the comfortable double bed, so that you can lay in bed and be amazed at the Northern Lights. When you […]
November 25, 2014
Coming March 20, 2015. Known as the “Toughest, Coldest and Windiest Extreme Ultra Marathon on the Planet”. The Likeys 6633 Ultra is a grueling race of either 120 miles or 350 miles within the Arctic Circle (6633 refers to the latitude coordinates in minutes and degrees of the Arctic Circle) in temperatures of -25 degrees. […]
October 22, 2014
Coming November 2, 2014. Mud…obstacles…fun! The Merrell Down and Dirty Obstacle Race is offering one more event in 2014. Head to Folsom Lake State Recreation Area in central California for a 3 or 6 mile course with more than 20 challenging obstacles like the Terrible Tires, Colossus Climb, Heavy Hoist, and Slippery Mountain. Because of […]
October 3, 2014
A luxury resort in red rock country. The Gateway Canyons Resort is located in Unaweep Canyon, the only canyon in the world that is drained by two creeks; East Creek and West Creek, sending water off in opposite directions. Choose from one of the two lodges or stay in a Casita, one and two bedroom […]
September 29, 2014
Looking for a bucket list-worthy adventure? Look no further than Epic Tomato Adventures. A variety of expeditions offered around the world that are challenging, unique, and awe-inspiring. Try the 10-day East Greenland trip which takes you above the Arctic Circle traveling by kite, dog sled, snowmobile, cross-country ski and snowshoe. Or if cold isn’t your […]
September 26, 2014
Ever dreamed of participating in the Amazing Race but didn’t want to deal with all the drama? Well, now you can with Competitours! This is an adventure with 12 pairs of teams (you and your best TrailblazerGirl-friend?) in which you will be competing in fun and quirky challenges over a period of 10 days. Expect […]
August 19, 2014
Coming January 5, 2015. Unforgettable experiences on The Amazon Expedition Cruise by Sights and Soul Travels. This 6 day, small group tour will take you to places rarely visited as you travel on a premium class expedition ship down the Amazon River, one of longest rivers in the world. Journey highlights include rainforest hikes guided […]
June 24, 2014
Stay overnight in a treehouse! Yes, the Out’n’About Treesort in Oregon offers a choice of 5 really fun looking treehouses that can accommodate 2 to 6 people. Not your typical treehouse from your childhood, some have full bathrooms with running water, real beds, and one even has a kitchenette. With clever names like Majestree and […]
June 5, 2014
October 5, 2014. One of the top endurance competitions in the world. The Atacama Crossing is a 7 day, 250 km, self-supported race. An ultra-challenging race with an elevation gain of 1,510 m, elevation loss of 2,210 m, extreme temperature ranges from 104°F during the day to 41°F at night, and varied terrain like salt […]
May 27, 2014
Coming June 2, and August 25, 2014. You too can be a fierce warrior…with Nomads Tours and Expeditions’ Mongol Warriors Training. This unique 9-day trip to Mongolia includes staying at Nomads’ ger camp (traditional round shaped dwelling), theory and practical lessons to become a warrior, archery and horse riding classes, cooking special Mongolian meals, visiting […]
May 20, 2014
Coming March 6, 2015. Ahoy, matey! Join the first annual Spartan Race Cruise! Travel by a cruise ship with healthy dining (yes, healthy…on a cruise!) and health and fitness training along the way. Located in the Caribbean, this private island will be the site of an obstacle race for which Spartan is well known, and […]
May 15, 2014
One of the longest, long-distance trails in the world. The American Discovery Trail is a coast-to-coast trail about 6,800 miles long and passes through the District of Columbia and 15 states, 14 national parks and 16 national forests. You can hike, run, bike, and even ride a horse along the route. Completion times vary depending […]
May 13, 2014
No hunching down, climbing over sleeping bags to get to the door – this tent is huge! The Barebones Safari Tent is 120 square feet, and at 9 feet tall, even the tallest person can stand upright inside. It has screened windows and front and back doors to keep the bugs out but still have […]
May 5, 2014
What is that giant ball hanging in the trees?! It’s the Red Kit Tree Tent in Wales, United Kingdom! This spherical tent, about 10 feet in diameter, is suspended with minimal impact to the trees and has an outdoor raised platform with seating area and bathroom facilities, complete with hot shower, sink, and flush toilet. […]
April 28, 2014
Alaskan wilderness getaway. Take a small floatplane to the Winterlake Lodge, a remote, exclusive resort about an hour’s flight from Anchorage. Adventures abound with daily complementary activities designed especially for you. During the winter season from January through April, you can take advantage of their prime location on the Iditarod Trail and go on sled-dog […]
April 21, 2014
Coming June 24, 2014. One of the wonders of the world! Join WHOA Travel for their Incan Adventure and Machu Picchu trip this summer. This boutique high adventure travel company for women by women has planned an active, trek to some amazing locations in Peru. Highlights include walking the 4-day Salcantay trek to Machu Picchu, a […]
April 17, 2014
Itching to get away from it all? Head to Easter Island, one of the most remote inhabited islands in the world. But don’t fret, you won’t need to rough it because there’s explora Rapa Nui, a luxury eco-lodge. This all-inclusive resort is located on a hill in the center of the island offering unobstructed ocean […]
March 13, 2014
Coming June 8, 2014. THE oldest race in America. First run in 1905, the Dipsea is a scenic 7.4 mile course from Mill Valley to Stinson Beach (in Northern California). While the stairs and steep trails may make it grueling, the views of the Pacific make it one of the most beautiful courses around. Note: […]
February 26, 2014
A design and sustainability award winning resort in the land of fire and ice. The ION Luxury Adventure Hotel, in southwest Iceland, is an ideal location to view the Northern Lights. Near Þingvellir National Park, the only UNESCO cultural world heritage site in Iceland, you’ll be surrounded by stunning natural beauty with plenty of outdoor […]
February 12, 2014
Experience Tasmania’s oldest national park at a luxury eco lodge. The Freycinet Lodge’s award winning accommodations are right in eastern Tasmania’s Freycinet National Park with its beautiful bays and beaches, distinctive red and pink granite formations and jagged peaks, and spectacular mountain scenery. You’ll stay in individual cabins that are connected to the main lodge […]
February 5, 2014
Coming July 18, 2014. Not for the faint of heart! The RunFire Cappadocia Ultra Marathon is a 245 km race over 6 days with elevations of 900–1,700 m and desert heat. The route travels through the stunning scenery of central Turkey with subterranean cities built thousands of years ago and awesome rock formations. Adding to the uniqueness […]
February 5, 2014
Coming June 2, 2014. Spectacular adventure travel for the TrailblazerGirl who wants a unique cultural experience. Our friends at Adventures in Good Company are offering a 5-day trip called Cappadocia’s Caves and Valleys. This area in central Turkey has interesting geologic formations including “fairy chimneys”, caves carved into the mountains, and underground cities largely used by […]