How would you describe your last vacation? Were you amused? Did you find something fun to do? Was there some relaxing time also or did your last vacation consist of you toting your family around, doing some work around the yard and other household chores? Was your last "vacation" essentially a "staycation"? Why not go for something different this year? When you have a few days off why not try one of the many adventure travels that is available in your local area. Even if you don't go outside your home state there are tons of adventures to be had. If you have the money, why not get out on a true adventure? Here are some of the adventure travels that have become incredibly popular.

Believe it or not, some cruises can be considered adventure travels. Some cruises with specific docking places, such as Europe or the Greek Isles can be a fantastic way to get out and discover some joy in learning about some amazing moments in history and touring historical sites. Don't you want to see where the first Olympic games were held? Don't you want to tour Stonehenge? It is even possible to stay active while on the boat. These cruises normally offer different ways to stay active, such as rock climbing and sea diving. You can do much more than lie on the lido deck!

Shark Diving isn't exactly light hearted but it is very exciting! The Shark Diver Company has diving packages that allow you to dive with the sharks in California and Mexico. You should know, though, that these types of adventure travels are very expensive. Trips like this can cost upwards of three thousand dollars per person. Usually these types of vacations last for about five days. You will need to be certified in diving before you go on a trip like this. You don't want to be stuck up on the boat the whole time!

Do you enjoy the thought of being right up close to large animals? Have you always wanted to see other animals in the natural environments? Why not take an adventure on an African Safari. There are tours that go all around the African continent. Choose from one of many trusted businesses and let them show you the native lands of hippos, elephants and giraffes. Look at prides of lions and packs of hyenas. View birds that you've only see in the zoo. If you are an animal lover, a Safari is for sure a wonderful way to experience adventure travels.

Adventure travels don't have to be unrestricted, ritzy and unconventional. Some of them involve daytime trips, while returning to a peaceful setting for the evening. The main goal of an adventure vacation is just to have fun and get your blood pumping. Fortunately, there are adventures for just about everyone - even if they only have a couple days worth of vacation to accomplish it.

Next time you start to make vacation arrangements, why not take the path of an adventurer? You can choose to relax at the spa next time.