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Experience the Birthplace of Bungee Jumping at the Naghol Festival in Vanuatu
Created on July 28, 2009 by Jared Dellinger, WriterWhen the month of April arrives in The Republic of Vanuatu, it brings with it a tradition people have begun to recognize the world over—albeit in a different form. New Zealander A.J. Hacket has done an amazing job popularizing what we now know as bungee jumping. However, on the island of Pentecost in Vanuatu it is still known as land diving or Naghol. As the rainy season draws to a close, villages far and wide come together for the yearly tradition of Naghol, so that they may give thanks and guarantee a bountiful harvest. Local materials of logs and vines are gathered from the bush and brought together to construct the towers that the land divers will jump from, looming an astonishing 25 meters high. ...
Hike the Karmic Karsts of Vang Vieng in Laos
Created on July 17, 2009 by Jared Dellinger, WriterVang Vieng is located in the Vientiane Province of Loas by the Nam Song River. The area was notably used as an American Army base for landing aircrafts during the Vietnam War, but has since developed into a well-catered backpacker district. Surrounded with a dramatic countryside of jagged limestone mountains, a cornucopia of caves and waterfalls, Vang Vieng was designed for hiking! A good hike through Vang Vieng offers hikers an array of sights and activities including vibrant valleys, rugged waterfalls, caving, kayaking and the opportunity to finesse your way across bamboo and rope bridges. The beautiful views of will draw you in and make you want to stay just to see what the sunset will be like the following day. The Vang Vieng hiking ...
Tongariro Crossing
Created on June 23, 2009 by Jared Dellinger, WriterSitting in the shadow of a volcano at six in the morning has a waking effect beyond anything a cup of coffee could offer. It creates an escalating sensation of awe that draws a grin onto your face as you ride down the pockmarked gravel road. Everything is heightened by anticipation as the black outline grew larger and more distinct with every second of the approaching daylight. Small indentations seemed to be highlighted more and more, and I couldn't help but be excited—I was about to do one of the most popular treks in New Zealand: The Tongariro Crossing. The Tongariro Crossing is a 17 km trek offering panoramic views of the countryside with a twist; these views are courtesy of the mythical "Mt. Doom" ...
Beauty Meets Mystery and Tradition at Mount Monaro in Vanuatu
Created on June 10, 2009 by Jared Dellinger, WriterThere is a place in the South Pacific where beauty meets mystery, and tradition shakes hands with modern times in a way no other place on earth can match. Located on the Ambae Island in The Republic of Vanuatu, the lakes which crown Mount Manaro are sacred to the people in ways we can only try to understand. The splendor of going to Mount Manaro isn’t just limited to swimming in one of the highest crater lakes in the South Pacific, or observing a smoking mound of sulphur among breathtaking waters. It's taking the time to learn about and participate in such a rare culture. Mount Manaro is made up of two main crater lakes named Vui and Gesa. Vui Lake is active, has a ...
Awesome Views Abound in Bach Ma National Park
Created on June 10, 2009 by Jared Dellinger, WriterHue is one of the cultural centres of Vietnam, and at the core of its allure is the Bach Ma National Park. Located about 40 km south of the city, it was set up in the early nineties to protect wildlife and to regenerate some of the tropical rainforest that was lost during colonial times. The Bach Ma National Park is one of the most critical biospheres in Indochina, sheltering some 2,150 floral species and approximately 1,500 fauna species. In a quest to explore a more temperate and tranquil side of the Vietnamese countryside, I prepared to hike into Bach Ma National Park and search out the beautiful Rhododendron Falls. Setting out by motorbike, we were lead along our ride to Bach Ma by enormous ...
A Tailored fit in Old Town Hoi An
Created on June 10, 2009 by Jared Dellinger, WriterHave you ever fallen in love? Not with a person, but a place for the feeling that you when you walk around it, agog in its unique beauty and fascinating people. How many times have you sat down to drink tea with a guy you met minutes earlier motorbiking down the street, who simply stopped to ask you where you were from? This is part of the fun and adventure of traveling in Hoi An, Vietnam. Once the bustling center for the silk and spice trade between the 15th and 19th century, the streets in the Old Town have remained preserved despite the wars that have forged on around them. Hoi An is a captivating place that transports you back in history, as you roam ...
A Touch of Antiquity with a Modern Fervor in Sa Pa
Created on June 01, 2009 by Jared Dellinger, WriterSa Pa is known as the place of four seasons; with spring in the morning, summer at midday, autumn at dusk, and winter at night, creating a wonderful climate that you'll undoubtedly love. Located in Lao Cai Province, northwest Vietnam, this small mountain town is home to many ethnic minorities such as the H'mong, Dao and Tay people. Along the rolling slopes of the paddy fields, the true beauty of this small town can be seen in the careful balance between land and life. As you wake in the morning and amble down to your breakfast, you can watch the sun rising over the eastern mountains, slowly burning off what is left of the clouds from the night before. In the distance you can begin ...
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