History:
– Humans traveled for food and survival since ancient times
– Adventurous travel includes sea explorations and new country visits
– Key institutions like National Geographic Society and Explorers Club support adventure travel
– Modern adventure travel began after World War II
– Niche travel sector with evolving activities
Types:
Accessible tourism:
– Specific tourism for disabled individuals
– A $13 billion industry in North America
– Diverse programs and job opportunities for disabled travelers
Extreme travel:
– Involves travel to dangerous locations or participation in extreme activities
– Can overlap with extreme sports
Jungle tourism:
– Defined by active physical travel in jungle regions
– Major component of green tourism in tropical destinations
Overland travel:
– Originated with Marco Polo’s overland expedition in the 13th century
– Extended adventure holiday in a group with a tour leader
– Popular means of travel across continents since the 1960s
Scuba diving:
– Sport where participants explore underwater places
– Most popular in locations with tropical coral reefs
– Popular destinations include Belizes Great Blue Hole and Tahiti
