Some of us appear to have been bitten by the adrenaline junkie bug at an early age because nothing else compares to the thrill. So much so, that more conventional vacations just don’t seem to give us that same feeling of fulfilment. It could be quite problematic. At least, if there weren’t so many holiday destinations available to extreme sports enthusiasts. As luck would have it, there is plenty to choose from.
Maybe a little too many to choose from, in actuality. Not only are there a whole host of different opportunities to choose from, but there are thousands of locations to do them in. How do you choose the best for any given activity? That’s where we come in.
Activity: Deep Sea Diving
Top Pick: Thailand
Where better to get under the water than the coast of Thailand? There are countless islands to choose from, and all of them are unique. The weather is perfect, the location is stunning, and the sights are bountiful. Whether it’s the breathtaking coral reef, or the wildlife around you. It’s one of the few places on earth that you can readily spot a whale shark! There’s nowhere better to find yourself surrounded by a herd of turtles, either. Top pick.
Activity: Mountain Biking
Top Pick: French Alps
Biking is an extremely effective way to get fit. You see people doing it all the time. Bike to work initiatives are becoming increasingly popular. But for your average biking junkie, it isn’t a health kick; it’s a lifestyle choice. Mountain biking is the pinnacle of extreme sports for those people, and where better to do it than the French Alps? Surrounded by the perfect snow-capped setting, you can tear down the mountain range with reckless abandon. You can even learn from scratch with Trail Addiction.
Activity: Skiing
Top Pick: French Alps
You might have expected us to go with the stock answer of ‘Switzerland’ here, but not on your nelly. While the Swiss region has become a cultural hotbed for skiers, it’s a little bit saturated for our liking. So instead, we’re heading back to the Alps, which offers just as many beautiful landscapes and accommodation is excellent. To top it all off, thanks to companies like Purple Ski, packages are getting very affordable.
Activity: White Water Rafting
Top Pick: Colorado Springs
White water rafting might be one of the more dangerous extreme sports, but that doesn’t mean that it shouldn’t be enjoyed in style. There is perhaps nowhere better to get your kicks than in the Americas. Or, more specifically, Colorado Rapids. There is plenty of traverse and many challenges to overcome. You’ll have to find your inner strength and determination to get through it! Not only that, but the setting is genuinely perfect for getting down with nature. So, if you need to unwind after that visceral thrill, Colorado is your answer.
Let’s end on a quick note. While extreme sports aren’t for everyone, there are a lot of people that just can’t get enough. It should go without saying that you should always take the proper safety precautions. That includes working under professional supervision. Happy thrill seeking!
Written by Jacqueline Chambers
Jacqueline Chambers is the founder of TGIFguide. She uses her innate skills as a natural “connector” to serve businesses, brands and individuals in the LA area and beyond.
