The brisk wind lights up your lungs, cool tendrils of ice prick at your tingling face. The white world around you rushes past in a blur, melting into the blue sky. You hear the slice of steel on ice, as the sleigh bounds forward and cuts through the alabaster wonderland. The pack howls, their hot breath forming small puffs of steam that vanish as fast as they appear. Welcome to life in the slipstream of huskies or malamutes! The experience of...more
Yamaha is known for their powerful bikes the world over. Youngsters and college goers are raving about Yamaha bikes. Yamaha is a Japanese company that has been in India since 1985. They have a very significant global presence and operate all over the world. The brand is famous for its outstanding innovations and has been popular for their monoshock motocross bikes, and has a racing profile like no other brand has. The dynamism of the bikes can be...more
Originally at one time restricted to survivalist type holidays or endurance tests, dog sledding holidays are now well and truly in the mainstream holiday experience. Read on to find out more!A brief historyUnsurprisingly, dog sledding is not a recent invention although dog sledding holidays are! There is some archaeological evidence to suggest that indigenous peoples may have used dogs in the artic regions of the world as far back as 4000-5000 years, and possibly longer. Of course, there is no written history of the purposes the dogs were used for, but it might be relatively safe to speculate that hauling loads, including people, over the snowy landscape might well have been one such.What is clear is that by the 19th century, dogs hauling sleds were becoming increasingly commonplace as Europeans spread into areas once either uninhabited or the exclusive lands of groups such as the Inuit. Inevitably, theres some dispute about who started what and where, but it is certain that organised dog sledding races go back to at least the 1850s. Even today, the practice is still extensively used in many of the frozen landscapes of the planet, as they may be more practical and environmentally...more
Thinking for safari holidays? Started to Africa! This is the place of amazing landscapes, breathtaking nationwide parks, crazy adventure, and sufficient exciting points to do. A particular African holiday will get etched in the brain forever. It reveals the nature-loving, wild side of you. This is value taking a try. Enough of observing African...more
Many people picture their annual holiday with white sandy beaches rather than white snow, comfortable beds rather than carriages urged across ice, and the relaxing sound of waves or a summer breeze rather than canine howls. But many are missing out!Why not add a little adventure to your life and feel the thrill of being driven across the ice by...more
If youd like to take part in the unique experience of dog sledding holidays you can! Even a novice can enjoy this exciting activity. Here some frequently asked questions are answered.Where can you do it?Canada, Sweden, Norway, The USA and Lapland, are all countries or locations that have specialised in the development of these holidays. As you might expect, theyre all places where the northern latitudes mean artic conditions ideal for the activity.Can anybody do it?Absolutely! No experience is required, and some operators specialise in beginners and training-up. You will, however, need to enjoy cold, snow, stunning scenery and fresh air. Being comfortable around dogs might also be advisable!How tough is it?That depends very much upon the type of experience you select. Some are aimed very much around the idea of luxury accommodation and local expeditions. In those, durations are limited and hardships virtually non-existent.It is possible to select more demanding dog sledding holidays based around some of the great cross-country races and exploration re-enactments. They might be more physically demanding in terms of endurances but speak to the provider for specific advice relating to...more
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