It’s that time of year when we all want to head outside, feel the warm breeze on our cheeks and reacquaint ourselves with the sun. Click on the titles below for insights on four great places to get away and be active.

 

Explore New York City on Foot

If you enjoy people-watching, history, architecture, and the sensory overload of the hustle and bustle of a large metropolitan city, then exploring New York City on foot just might be your thing.  Avoid the traffic jams and instead, allow yourself to enjoy the streetscapes, landscapes and the city's local scene up close and personal.

 

There are lots of resources online and in print (a few of which are listed at the end of the photo blog) that will help you plan and map out your NYC itinerary.  Once you have an idea of how you will spend your time in the Big Apple, it's time for action.  Put on a good pair of shoes, grab a backpack, fill it with snacks, a street map of New York City, a camera, and whatever you will need to protect yourself from the outside elements, head outside and let the adventures begin.

 

 

The Cornish Coast Path: 476km of Superb Coastline Hiking

As you hike along the Cornish Coast Path, it’s like going back in time. In this magical place, historic villages, landmarks, and ruins are surrounded by the natural beauty of the sea. Granite cliffs, small rocky coves and headlands, sand dunes, sandy beaches and peaceful estuaries greet you at every bend. Whether you have a few hours, days or a few weeks for an extended adventure – there is something for everyone.

 

 

Pura Vida: Dance, Surf and Practice Yoga in Costa Rica

To escape the cold and snow and the day to day, eight friends signed up for a dance and surf retreat in Nosara, Costa Rica. Nosara is famous for its surf and world-renowned yoga, and arguably put Costa Rica on the map as a yoga retreat destination. Nosara was named by National Geographic as one of the top 20 surf towns in the world. 

 

Nosara is a place with no pretention or judgment.  It's a community that lives by Pura Vida.  Pronounced POO-rah VEE-dah, in English it means, "Pure Life". It symbolizes enjoying life and being happy. 

 

 

Escape the Day-to-Day: Find Your Active Retreat

Have you been revisiting friends and families’ social feeds daydreaming about your next escape? Maybe a fitness or wellness retreat is what you need. Every detail is taken care of for you, so no thinking is required and you can focus on restoring your body, mind, and soul. Retreats are also a great option when traveling alone. You’ll meet people with similar interests and feel a part of a community.  

 

Whether you stay local or travel abroad, there's a retreat for every passion and activity out there. Check out our top picks to help you plan your next adventure.

 

 

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Check out our Athlete Advisor, your online athletic business directory. Find, rate and review programs, local community offerings and businesses that will help you do your thing.

 

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Explore travel advice, stories, news and more on our Active Tourism activity page.  

 

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