4 Ways To Add Adventure To Any Trip

Who doesn't love a getaway? In fact, the travel and tourism industry accounted for 2.9% of GDP in the US in 2019 — showing how popular vacations are. 

However, if you're a thrill-seeker, it can be hard to find ways to keep your family trips exciting. Not everyone wants to spend a week sunbathing — some of us want some excitement too. 

Whether you're an adrenaline junkie who wants to have the most adventurous trip possible or you just want some extra fun, we have some tips for you. Just read on for our four top ways to add adventure to any trip.

1. Take A Walking Tour

Walking tours are an immersive way to see experience any popular tourist destination and feel like you're part of the environment. Although you might have to stick to a path, there are plenty of opportunities to go exploring. It's a great way to find your feet in any new area.

For example, if you were going on a vacation to Nice, you'll definitely want to explore on your feet. The city has more vineyards than any other metropolitan area in France — a cool experience you might miss out on from the window of a bus. You can easily visit exciting places like this by taking a Nice walking tour.

2. Try Some Watersports

This tip might be more applicable if you're near the seaside, but even landlocked countries can have amazing watersports. You can try anything from high-adrenaline water-skiing or some more relaxed canoeing down a pretty river. It's a fun and adventurous way to see areas from a new perspective and have an unforgettable trip.

While you try your hand at jet skis and parasailing, the rest of the family can watch from a safe and calming boat cruise or nearby shore. No matter what level of adventure you want, there's the perfect experience for you.

3. Look For A High Ropes Course

This idea is not for the faint-hearted. High ropes courses involve completing a series of obstacles that are perched high in the treetops. Although it may seem like a terrifying prospect, you're always completely safe. High ropes courses are strictly monitored, and visitors all wear a harness.

The best part is these extreme high ropes courses are available around the world. It's a great way to explore lush forests filled with natural beauty or beach trails that you normally couldn't see. 

4. Find A Theme Park

If you're a self-professed adrenaline-junkie you probably already love to visit theme parks at home — so why not try a new park on your trip? Whether you want to visit a high-profile area like Disneyland or a smaller local fairground, it's a great way to get an entire day of thrills.

What makes it even better is that you can tailor your experience to exactly the level of adventure you want to have. There are so many parks throughout the country that you'll have a unique experience no matter where you go. 

Some parks you may want to check out include:

• Knotts Berry Farm, Buena Park, CA
• Cedar Point, Sandusky, OH
• Kennywood, West Mifflin, PA
• Hersheypark, Hershey, PA
• Silver Dollar City, Branson, MO

Have A Fantastic Trip

Now that you know all of these great ideas, you're sure to have a trip filled with adventure and fun. No matter what level of excitement you want, it's easy to tailor the perfect trip to you and your family's ideal thrill levels.

All that's left to do is book your dream vacation and make sure to follow our top tips. Have a great time!