Why continue to repeat the same type of holiday as everyone else when you can just as easily create a unique and memorable holiday? Choose from any number of lesser-known ideas to ensure you avoid the travel masses and to create memories to last a lifetime. You might consider a narrowboat holiday or even tour the underground cities of the ancient world. Whichever adventure you choose, you will not regret your decision.
Narrowboat Holidays
Narrowboat holidays offer unexpected adventures for all. The intricate network of winding rivers and canals spread throughout the whole of the UK and offer relaxing time with your friends or family. You might sleep under the stars if the weather permits or if not stay snug and warm below deck. You will encounter a variety of friendly faces along your travels, navigate locks and bridges, explore quaint English villages, enjoy lavish countryside abundant with wildlife or stop off at canal-side pubs all in a day’s journey. One highly appealing aspect to this holiday is that you never know what you will encounter from one day to the next.
Underground Cities
Throughout the times of empires and war over the centuries, many societies built underground as a form of protection. One of the best examples of an ancient underground world created by centuries of settlers is in Cappadocia, Turkey. You will see the cultural and societal advances the further into the ground you explore. The most detailed network was completed by the early Christians who went into hiding to avoid persecution, as they were not yet accepted as a proper religion. Although you wouldn’t want to spend your entire holiday underground, it certainly makes for a memorable excursion.
Volunteer at a Wildlife Reserve
You might also consider giving something back to society whist discovering a new culture. Many wildlife reserves now offer volunteer programs. Such programs allow you to make a difference with your free time, as well as to interact on a more personal level with local communities. You are also able to take several days to explore the region as you see fit.
Explore the Great Canyons
In the US, the state of Arizona is home to two awe-inspiring canyons. The Grand Canyon is the largest of its kind and words can never do this epic place justice, you just need to see it for your own eyes. You are able to take a trek or take a donkey to the base of the canyon and spend days and nights camping and exploring the wonderment which awaits you. If you make this journey, you should not miss out on exploring Antelope Canyon. This canyon may actually be preferred by most. The walls of these canyons will create a sensation as if you are walking inside a painting.
Safari
An African safari is one of the most memorable holidays any person will experience. You might camp in the wilderness or to stay in a rustic cabin if you prefer. These safaris can be as basic or as elegant as you prefer. You will get the opportunity to see the ‘Big Five’ – the most majestic creatures on the planet, as you set out on this adventure of a lifetime.
