Luke Rees

Luke Rees

Luke is the founder, head writer and editor of AdventureSportsHolidays.com. As an award winning winter sports writer he has contributed to various publications including; InTheSnow, Family Traveler Mag, Love the Mountains and Snowboarding Days. Luke's major passions are snowboarding, mountain biking, hiking, jogging, paddle boarding and travel. He'll try anything extreme or adventurous and is a qualified diver, can wakeboard, surf, skate, sail, kayak and climb to varying degrees of (in)competence!

Polar Grit X Pro Review: Rugged Smartwatch for Sports & Adventure

Polar Grit X Pro Review Rugged Smartwatch for Sports and Adventure

To conduct this Polar Grit X Pro review I have worn this rugged smartwatch for sports and adventure extensively. Running and hiking, cycling and mountain biking, paddle boarding and swimming plus I have even tracked my snowboarding wearing this watch.…

Best Wreck Diving Destinations: Top 10 Ship Wrecks to Scuba Dive

Top 10 Wreck Dives Worldwide 2 flickr CC image of Thistlegorm egypt by Blaueflosse

For many divers, wreck diving presents a tantalising challenge. The best wreck diving destinations are ghosts of the past preserved on the seabed. They connect the underwater world with life on solid ground. There are some wrecks that stand out…

Top 10 Adventures in 2025: Best Extreme Sports Holidays

Andrlac, Rodellar, 6b+ climbing summer road trip one of the best adventures of 2025 image by Rockbusters

With 2024 coming to a close let’s look at the the top 10 adventures in 2025. Want a year of exciting trips? Then check out best extreme sports holidays on the planet. From canyoning to climbing and skiing to scuba…

Guide to African Safari Adventures: Planning Wildlife Holidays in Africa

Wildlife walking holidays: 8 best trekking safaris worldwide flickr CC image by Phillipe Teuwen

Camp with bushmen in the Kalahari. Walk with lions in Zambia. Or hang out with gorillas in the Ugandan highlands. In this guide to African safari adventures we help you with planning wildlife holidays in Africa. **This article about wildlife…

Top 9 Five Star Adventure Holidays: Best Luxury Activity Vacations

Top 9 five star adventure holidays horse riding in patagonia pexels royalty free image by Andre Ulysses De Salis

“Ladies and gentlemen, this is your captain speaking – it’s time to get adventurous!” Well, no, I’m not actually a cruise captain or pilot, but I do have the goods on the top five star adventure holidays and best luxury…

Luxurious European Skiing: 13 Best Luxury Ski Resorts in Europe

ADLER Dolomiti Hotel Luxurious European skiing 13 best luxury ski resorts in Europe

Just being in the mountains is an amazing experience, but where should you go in the Alps if you want a one a once-in-a-lifetime luxurious European skiing holiday? Well a good place to start would be the 13 best luxury…

Adventures With Kids: 11 Best Family Adventure Holidays

Adventures with kids 11 best family adventure holidays finland dogsledding flickr CC image by Markus Trienka

Adventures with kids. There’s nothing quite like it. From camel trekking to conservation work and skiing to safari there are so many options. Lucky for you we’ve pulled together the 11 best family adventure holidays to give you some ideas. **Originally…

Review of Overnight Ski Train to the Alps: London to Briancon

Bed on sleeper train Paris to Brinacon overnight ski train to the Alps

Most British skiers will remember the overnight ski train to the Alps. Departing London St Pancras Friday evening it arrived in Bourg St Maurice Saturday morning. Sadly, it’s been gone a few years, but with a change in Paris is…

Types of Luxury Adventure Holiday: Can Five Star be Adventurous?

Can Five Star be Adventurous? Image courtesy of soul villas kitesurfing

In this article we are exploring the different types of luxury adventure holiday you can enjoy. We’re also asking the all important question: can five star be adventurous? Is it really possible to mix luxury and adventure? For many people…

Best Camino Trekking Routes: Trek the Way of St. James Pilgrimage

Camino del Norte one of the Best Camino Trekking Routes wikimedia CC image by José Antonio Gil Martínez

For centuries, pilgrims have embarked on the spiritual journey of the Camino de Santiago, to trek the Way of St. James pilgrimage. But there are many different ‘Ways’… In this article we explore the best Camino trekking routes to help…

Best IOW Family Walks: Top 8 Isle of Wight Hikes With Kids

Bembridge Windmill and St Helens Causeway, best IOW walks with kids

Whether you want a gentle coastal path or a countryside romp, the Isle of Wight delivers!  In this guide to the best IOW family walks, there is something suitable all. Below are the top 8 Isle of Wight hikes with…

Powder Mad Cat-Ski Holiday Review: Turkey Backcountry Adventure

Powder on the Turkey Backcountry Adventure review snowboarding in Kackar Mountains

Looking for adventurous off-piste skiing or snowboarding this winter? Then read this Powder Mad cat-ski holiday review to find out why I recommend their Turkey backcountry adventure in the Kaçkar Mountains. As Jamie–world’s fastest snowboarder–Barrow and I boarded Turkish Airlines…

Guide to Activity Holidays in China: 5 Great Chinese Adventures

great Chinese adventures Flickr CC from, trekking in Tibet by McKay Savage

Interested in having a different adventure? Then read this guide to activity holidays in China – if you get away from the tourist trail it offers so much more than most people realise. To demonstrate this point we’ve picked 5…

Best UK MTB Destinations: Top 20 Places to Mountain Bike in Britain

Torridon, scotland one of theTop 10 Places to Mountain Bike in Britain image by Atlas Ride Co

The best UK MTB destinations are up there with the top spots in Europe, offering everything from rugged mountains to ancient woodlands. Whether you’re a seasoned rider or a beginner, bike park lover or seeking scenic natural trails, the top…

11 of the Best Safari Holiday Destinations Worldwide

11 best safari holidays destinations worldwide leopard Royalty free image Image by Michael Sieberta from pixabay

Watching a pride of lions saunter a few metres away from you, a tiger cross the road in front of your 4X4, or a herd of elephants fill your telephoto lens, is a magical experience. But what are the best…

Adventure Travel Ideas: 11 of the Best Summer Activity Holidays

Adventure travel ideas: 11 of the best summer activity holidays flickr CC image of Morocco by Acquimat4

If you are not into snow sports, then your adventure travel ideas may feel a bit restricted as we head into autumn. So to keep you inspired, we’ve pulled together 11 of the best summer activity holidays for next year.…

Guide to Bhutan Adventure Travel: 18 Best Activities in Druk Yul

Bhutan adventure travel Flickr CC image if Dochula Pass in Bhutan Göran Höglund (Kartläsarn)

In this guide to Bhutan adventure travel you’ll find out all about this alluring country. The best activities in Druk Yul – the Bhutanese name for Bhutan meaning: “The Kingdom/Land of the Thunder Dragon” – are as exciting as the…

Guide to Asia Rafting Holidays: White Water, Wilderness & Culture

Asia rafting holidays the Paro Chhu: Flickr image by Zachary Collier

Asia, the world’s largest continent, has some of the biggest and best rafting on the planet. Home to great rapids, an array of landscapes and ancient cultures Asia rafting holidays are as varied as the continent itself. From the Himalayas…

15 of the Best South America Adventure Travel Destinations

Rio de Janeiro one of the best South America adventure travel destinations Pixabay royalty free image

Alluring, adventurous and awe inspiring – South America in a nutshell! But what are the best South America adventure travel destinations? *Originally published in July 2021. Last update Aug 2024. Adventure Travel in South America Until relatively recently, South America…