Tag Archives: Adventure

Japan Tours: Bikepacking 240 Miles On Hokkaido

Brompton Bicycle (October 20, 2023) – Hokkaido, the northernmost of Japan’s main islands, is known for its volcanoes, natural hot springs (onsen) and ski areas. Rugged Daisetsuzan National Park is home to steaming, volcanic Mount Asahi. Shikotsu-Tōya National Park contains caldera lakes, geothermal springs and a Mount Fuji look-alike, Mount Yōtei. Popular ski resorts include Rusutsu, Furano and Niseko.

Adventure Travel: A Polar Passage By Sailing Yacht

Sony I Alpha Universe (October 18, 2023) – Go behind the scenes with Sony Artisan Renan Ozturk and writer Mark Synnott on an ocean expedition through the 8,000-mile Northwest Passage.

Video timeline: Chapters 0:00 – Introduction 3:00 – Weather & Ice 5:09 – Documenting the Journey 7:00 – Stuck in the Ice 10:00 – Finishing the Journey

Hear from Renan about the challenges they faced during their polar passage and how he balanced getting the content he needed while also staying safe and helping crew the boat.

Travel Tours: Bikepacking Into Northern Germany

Brompton Bicycle (September 9, 2023) – Adventure at home? Bikepacking on 16’’ wheels? A Brompton in a skatepark? Outdoor photographers Leo Thomas, Lennart Pagel and his brother Jannis Pagel have traveled and photographed some of the world’s most exciting and photogenic places, yet they felt drawn to explore their modest home region, Northern Germany.

Their weapon of choice: the brand new Brompton X Bear Grylls C Line. What a ride!

Travel Tour: Cycling The Atlantic Coast In Norway

MatthewNorway Films (September 5, 2023) – In early May 2023, Matthew Tolley set off to document Norway’s most famous long-distance route. The Atlantic coast, which is part of the Eurovelo 1, is perhaps the most spectacular coastline in the world.

This 6 episode series will take you beyond what you may have seen on YouTube before. We pull out all the stops to capture this unique area in all its wonder and beauty.

Travel Tour: The People And Cultures Of Bhutan

Jits into the Sunset Films (August 6, 2023) – Sitting on the western side of the Himalayas, Bhutan is a Buddhist Kingdom that famously prioritises the happiness of its citizens over national wealth. It is also famous for prioritising its citizens’ happiness over national wealth (GDP).

We were lucky enough to be invited to explore this unique country steeped in history and culture, where a traditional way of life reigns supreme and we were given access to film places cameras have never been before. Join us as we explore a remote indigenous mountain village, meditate with monks, and are welcomed into the homes of locals.

Adventure: Off-Road Tour In The Wilds Of Guatemala

Toyota World Runners Films (August 4, 2023) – An overland travel tour of the Pan-American Highway. This video features Guatemala, a Central American country south of Mexico, is home to volcanoes, rainforests and ancient Mayan sites. The capital, Guatemala City, features the stately National Palace of Culture and the National Museum of Archaeology and Ethnology. Antigua, west of the capital, contains preserved Spanish colonial buildings. Lake Atitlán, formed in a massive volcanic crater, is surrounded by coffee fields and villages. 

At its fullest extent the Pan-American Highway is a network of roads stretching from Prudhoe Bay, Alaska, to Ushuaia, Argentina, a distance of around 48,000 kilometres (30,000 miles).

The Pan American Highway: The Longest Road In The World

Travel Preview: Outside Magazine – July/Aug 2023

Outside Magazine July/August 2023 cover

Outside Magazine (July/August 2023) – The Power of Awe – Time outside can feel like an escape, but your mindset matters; A hilarious trek to an unforgettable Jungle Wedding; Nick Offerman’s Grand Kabuki Adventure, and more…

Time Outside Can Feel Like an Escape. But Your Mindset Matters.

Landscape view of a runner on a grassy hill

There are both healthy and harmful ways to get away from it all, psychologists point out

13 Lesser-Known Public Lands Adventures to Plan Now

Ediza Lake

It’s becoming harder to find a slice of nature all to yourself. But there are plenty of secluded sweet spots around the country if you know where to look. From national monuments and lakeshores to forests and scenic waterways, here are some stunning, uncrowded wildlands that are definitely worth exploring.

South America Travel: A Hike Up Mount Roraima

DW Travel (June 24, 2023) – Keen for some adventure on the shared border region of Venezuela, Brazil, and Guyana? Join DW’s Joel Dullroy on his seven-day hike up the fabled Mount Roraima.

Braving cold, cramps, and exhaustion, he’s rewarded with a breathtaking experience in the great outdoors, amidst an out-of-this-world landscape. Is It all worth it in the end? Take a look for yourself!

Mount Roraima is the highest of the Pakaraima chain of tepuis or plateaux in South America. It is located at the junction of Venezuela, Brazil and Guyana. A characteristic large flat-topped mountain surrounded by cliffs 400 to 1,000 meters high.

Antarctica Tour: South Pole & Emperor Penguins

Uploaded April 29, 2023: An epic journey in Antarctica to the South Pole and to view Emperor Penguins with Andrew Macdonald, an award-winning Scottish photographer who spends most of his time in Africa.

Filmed and edited by: Andrew Macdonald for the the Luxury Travel Expert Youtube channel.

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