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Stroll along the Seine River
Villeneuve-le-Roi, France
4.8
The Seine river runs through the middle of Paris with many different sights to behold. It's a great place to take a morning jog or sunset stroll if you want to see Paris. Make several different stops to Notre Dame, the Eiffel Towel, etc. Paris has a lot of bakeries so you can fill up on snacks while you walk.
Sailing to El Arco, Cabo San Lucas
Los Cabos, Mexico
5.0
This is usually what you picture when you think of Cabo San Lucas. The iconic rock formation is an amazing sight to see. Take a boat to see the arch up close! There are also two beaches nearby that are worth a visit while you are going to the arch. They are Lover's Beach and Divorced Beach (nude/topless). This is a must see if you want to escape the craziness of Cabo and take in some of the...
Hike the Sequoia Trail at Big Basin Redwoods SP
21600 Big Basin Way, California
4.0
4.3 mi
/ 600 ft gain
This 4.3 mile hike in Big Basin Redwoods SP is a peaceful break from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.
In the first half, there is a quick detour you can take to Sempervirens Falls. Just listen for sounds of water, read the signs, and cross the road. The detour itself is as far as crossing the road, so do it!
After the waterfall detour is the hardest part of the hike, an uphill sectio...
Surf Carmel River State Beach
Carmel-by-the-Sea, California
5.0
Carmel State beach is located in Monterey county. It's your typical beach break with both lefts and rights. One thing that is super unique about Carmel is that the water is some of the clearest in all of California. Depending on the sandbars, this can be a really fun wave! It's also a great place to just relax on the beach and enjoy a nice picnic. This is a dog friendly beach.
Explore Sun Moon Lake
Yuchi Township, Taiwan
5.0
Sun Moon Lake is a beautiful lake that is located in the center of the island country of Taiwan. Hike along the lake to explore all the different towns and temples this area has to offer. You can also take a boat around the lake to explore this natural wonder.
Hike Deer Hollow Farm Trail
Rancho San Antonio Open Space Preserve, California
4.0
2.7 mi
/ 259 ft gain
Rancho San Antonio Open Space Preserve has many beginner to intermediate hiking trails. Deer Hollow Farm Trail Loop is a hiking trail for beginners, families, or anyone wanting to go on a short hike with nice views of the bay.
The trail passes by a farm and deer can often be seen wandering around.
Parking fills up early in the morning so its best to get there early, or later in the afternoon w...
Goat Yoga at Lemos Farm
Half Moon Bay, California
5.0
This is a great way to destress and have fun! Goat yoga is like normal yoga, but with goats. Goats tend to like higher ground and flat surfaces. So, when you are in table top position, they are highly likely to jump onto your back! These goats are still young, and so do not weigh as much as fully grown goats. You are free to do as much, or as little, yoga as you like. Just enjoy your time...
Hike to Wyllie's Beach
Princeville, Hawaii
5.0
0.8 mi
/ 265 ft gain
Wyllie's beach is a small beach next to Anini beach. It is on the northwest side of the river mouth. There is a 0.8 mile trail down to the beach. The trail head is near the Westin Princeville. This is a handy beach for those staying in the Princeville area, as it is walkable from most vacation homes here.
There are many trees and much shade on the beach. While hiking the trail to and from the b...
Paddle Lake Del Valle
Livermore, California
4.0
Lake Del Valle is a reservoir located in Livermore, California. The lake has boat motor boats, pedal boats, patio boats, canoes, and row boats available for rent. There is a dock and rental house in the marina.The lake is also a popular destination for picnics, barbecues, and camping.
Parking fills up on summer weekends, so be sure to get there early in the day.
Hike Fall Creek at Henry Cowell SP
Felton, California
5.0
9.7 mi
/ 2191 ft gain
This quiet 10 mile hike features a winding creek and tall redwoods throughout the trail. The parking at the Fall Creek Trailhead is limited, so it is best to get there before 10am. There are redwoods very close to the trail and a good portion is alongside the creek. Most of the trail is dirt, though the end becomes very sandy.
Snakes have been seen many times on the trail, so proper footwear...
Tree Climb Mount Hermon
Felton, California
5.0
Climbing an aerial obstacle course through the redwoods of Mount Hermon is a great way to experience the thrill of climbing and being in the trees. See what it's like to scurry through the trees like a squirrel. This unique vantage point offers amazing views of the redwoods.
There are many aerial adventures that can be chosen, from obstacle courses to zip lining, or both!
Hike Natural Bridges to Lighthouse Field
Santa Cruz, California
3.5
4.8 mi
/ 121 ft gain
This is a paved trail that can be used for hiking, jogging, or walking. It offers over 2 miles of beautiful California coast. Walk through flowers, see the jagged cliffs, and of course the lighthouse at the end! This walk can be done from either direction. Start at Natural Bridges and head West to the lighthouse, or vice versa. Relaxing at Natural Bridges and exploring the tide pools is a ...
Boulder Beach
Boulder City, Nevada
4.0
Boulder Beach at Lake Mead is a great place to get your toes wet while road tripping. It's a big beach with a campground, ample parking, and ducks! The water is very clear and an amazing blue. When the wind picks up there are little waves forming, so keep that in mind if you plan on kayaking or paddling.
Sunset Beach Park
Vancouver, British Columbia
4.0
This is a great place for families to relax at. You can kayak or paddle the calm water. There is a paved path running along the beach that is great for jogging, biking, and dog walking. Benches line the park and beach, making it easy to take breaks when needed. This is also where a lot of ferries dock to take visitors to the famous Granville Island.
Stroll through City Park
Ketchikan, AlaskaKetchikan Creek runs right through city park! You can explore the creek, and even see fish swim by. The Totem Heritage Center is also located in the park, and offers both indoor and outdoor totem poles to marvel at. You can see how tall you are in comparison to a totem pole.
This park has many benches, paved paths, large grassy areas, a fountain, Ketchikan Creek, and the Totem Heritage Center....
Surf Mundaka
Mundaka, Spain
5.0
Mundaka is a left hand point break in the Basque country of Spain. It is a very popular winter time surf spot, where waves can exceed 10+ feet. This is definitely not a beginner wave, as waves can get very hollow and heavy on winter swells. However, if you play it right, you can score one of the longest barrels of your life! It's arguably one of the best waves in Europe.
Surf Lake Tahoe at Sand Harbor
Sand Harbor, Nevada
5.0
Surfing Lake Tahoe is a rare opportunity which only happens when there is a lot of wind. It's nothing like surfing in the ocean. There are mountains in the background, the water is fresh, and generally the waves are small.
You can see if there are waves on the drive there (if driving counter-clockwise around the lake).
Lake Elizabeth Loop
Fremont, California
3.0
2.1 mi
/ 69 ft gain
Lake Elizabeth is located in central Fremont. It offers a nice break from the city streets and can be enjoyed by walkers, joggers, and bikers alike. It is a park for all ages.
Other attractions include volleyball nets, multiple playgrounds, and aqua adventure park, geese, and peddle boats.
Barbecues and picnics are also allowed. There are occasional deer sightings, many ducks, and many g...
Spend a day at Playa El Medano
Playa El Medano, Mexico
4.0
Playa El Medano is the main beach that you can spend the day at in Cabo San Lucas. This is a great beach to just spend the day at relax. There are plenty of activities to do on the beach as well, from jet skiing to horseback riding. It's a very popular spring break destination, so there will be lots of people trying to sell stuff. You can also see the famous Arch of Cabo San Lucas from the ...
Surf the Hook
Santa Cruz, California
4.0
The hook is a surf spot found on the east side of Santa Cruz, located along East Cliff drive. If you keep driving past Pleasure Point, you'll get to it. It's a right hand point break that is usually smaller in size than Pleasure Point. It's a very crowded spot due to the easy access parking lot right across the street.
Relax at Saunders Beach
Nassau, The BahamasSaunders beach is relatively uncrowded, and has more locals than tourists. It's a stretch of white sandy beach with calm waters, perfect for swimming and families. There are small fish and some coral. This is a great place for young swimmers to practice snorkeling as most of the beach has a sandy bottom, but there are small areas with coral and fish too see. The beach is lined with shady tr...
Hike down to Jade Cove
Big Sur, California
2.0
0.3 mi
/ 65 ft gain
The entrance to jade cove is off the side of the road on Hwy 1. There is lots of side parking available. You go down a short unmarked trail and keep left. You'll find yourself at the top of a cliff/mountain side that uses 2 ropes to get down. The first rope is short and not super difficult. The 2nd rope is much longer. The rocks get steeper and more crumbly closer to the bottom. Watch ou...
Explore the Phare de Biarritz
Biarritz, France
5.0
This lighthouse is located north of Grande Plage beach. It's a great place to explore because it provides scenic vistas of downtown Biarritz, as well as the northern town of Anglet. The lighthouse has a couple of grassy areas where people can picnic while watching the ocean. It's all and all a great place to check out while you are in Biarritz!
Surf Cote des Basques
Biarritz, France
5.0
Cote des Basques is a popular longboarding surf spot in Biarritz, France. It is also a great place to learn how to surf on the French coast. Waves here are mellow and there are often very large crowds. It is a beach break, so waves break both left and right. When the swell picks up the wave is predominantly a right. If you move further down the beach when there's more swell, the waves are a ...
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