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!

Day of adventure in Brighton, UK: Sports, culture, pubs and parties

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It is not often that I get to write about my home town. But today I am going all in with the perfect day of adventure in Brighton, UK. As a city it is rammed to overflowing with opportunities to…

Top 5 adventure gap year ideas: Best year out for action sports

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Are you planning on taking some time out of work or education to have an adventurous year out? Then check out these top 5 adventure gap year ideas in order to have the best year out for action sports and…

Best water sports in Greece: Top 9 aquatic Greek activity holidays

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With azure seas, perfect beaches, great food and plenty of nightlife, Greek beach holidays are hugely popular. But did you know that the best water sports in Greece are up there with some of the top spots worldwide? Check out…

Family adventure travel in Europe: 8 best multi activity holidays with kids

Family adventure travel in Europe Flickr CC image by Robert Young of sailing in Ibiza

Fancy a holiday full of outdoor time and exciting activities for all the family? Then check out the 8 best multi activity holidays with kids below. If you’re looking for family adventure travel in Europe these trips provide a wide…

Best Algarve activities: Top 12 southern Portugal adventure holidays

Best Algarve activities Top 12 southern Portugal adventure holidays Pxhere royalty free image of sailing at Cape St Vincent

The top Southern Portugal adventure holidays can be found in the stunning Algarve. With varied landscape, beautiful coastline and enviable climate, the region attracts mountain bikers, surfers, golfers, walkers and sailors all year round. But what are the best Algarve…

The rise of gastro adventure travel: Best foodie activity holidays

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The rise of gastro adventure travel is not new – it has been gathering pace for more than a decade. So we thought we’d look at the phenomenon in a little more detail. Plus of course recommend some of the…

Best adventure safaris in Namibia: Top 7 Namibian wildlife experiences

Top 7 Namibian wildlife experiences Antelopes in Sossusvlei Pixabay royalty free image

Wildlife watching is great, but the traditional safari is a soft adventure. If you want more excitement with your fauna then the best adventure safaris in Namibia might be for you. So check out these top 7 Namibian wildlife experiences…

Best surfing in Hawaii: Top 10 intermediate Hawaiian surf spots

Kona has some of the best surfing in Hawaii for intermediates Flickr CC image from Hawaii by Corey Balazowich

The Hawaiian archipelago is perhaps the top wave magnet in the world. Unencumbered by nearby landmasses or continental shelves, the best surfing in Hawaii is as good as anywhere on the planet. The powerful ocean swells that roll onto its…

Best multi activity holidays in Croatia: Rivers, Islands, Beaches & Culture

Best multi activity holidays in Croatia - rafting Cetina - Flickr CC image by Nikolaj Potanin

When you travel to Croatia why limit yourself to just one experience or activity? Life’s short and you may as well squeeze as much adventure into a trip as possibly. So we have pulled together some ideas for the best…

Best surf spots in Spain (mainland): Top 9 Spanish surfing destinations

Top 9 Spanish surfing destinations pxhere royalty free image from Galicia, Spain

Us Europeans love Spanish surfing destinations because the coast receives the brunt of North Atlantic swells. This collision of powerful ocean energy and unmovable landmass creates countless waves up and down the Spanish mainland coast. As a result, the best…

Sports sunglasses for different activities: What colour lens should you buy?

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Ever wondered what colour lens should you buy for your next sunnies? Well in this guide to sports sunglasses for different activities we look at the main features to keep an eye out for and tell you which colour lens…

Action sports in Egypt: 12 reasons to book an Egyptian adventure holiday

Action sports in Egypt: 12 reasons to book an Egyptian adventure holiday Pixabay royalty free image of Pyramids in Egypt

Looking for that perfect sunshine destination that is full of exciting activities? Thought about doing some action sports in Egypt? Then check out these 12 reasons to book an Egyptian adventure holiday. Action sports in Egypt Egyptians are not exactly…

FREE ski or snowboard lessons as Oxygene turns 30

FREE ski or snowboard lessons as Oxygene is 30 this year

This winter Oxygene Ski & Snowboard School’s celebrates its 30th Anniversary. What with the French borders opening this calls for a double celebration. So on the 30th of each month anyone lucky enough to be in one of Oxygene’s 14…

Best spring break adventures: Top 10 Easter activity vacations for students

Ice Climbing at Ouray Ice Park, colorado, USA one of the top 10 Easter activity vacations for students Rawpixel public domain image

Spring break is a traditional vacation time for US college students. Many head off partying in Florida, but others are looking for something more adventurous. Luckily, the top 10 Easter activity vacations for students offer a wide selection of the…

Best overlanding in Europe: Top 7 European driving holidays

Best European overlanding tours: Top 7 overland trips in Europe pxhere royalty free image

While not as adventurous as Africa, as alluring as Asia or as seductive as South America, the best overlanding in Europe still offers plenty of exciting challenges. So we have put together the top 7 European driving holidays – road…