Paul McWilliams

Paul McWilliams

Paul trained as a journalist at Brighton MET and soon began work in copywriting, blogging about adventures and travel writing. He has edited magazines and worked as a freelance writer and editor both online and in print. Paul’s passion for travel and adventure sports is perfectly suited to AdventureSportsHolidays.com. His main sports are surfing and cycling but he also contributes about hiking, kitesurfing, sailing, kayaking, paragliding and much more.

Top 10 dropzones in Europe: Skydiving European style

Top 10 dropzones in Europe Wikimedia image by Pannali

With more than 550 dropzones it is tough to decide where to skydive in Europe. But with many beautiful, historic destinations that ooze culture and throb with nightlife, skydiving European style is about much more than the freefall experience. So,…

Best island adventures: Activities on Tripadvisor’s top 10 islands

Best island adventures: Activities on Tripadvisor’s top 10 islands Flickr CC image of Maui windsurfing in Hawaii by Mauishooter

What are the world’s best island adventures? More to the point, what are the world’s best islands? And how would you even decide such a thing? Well, the folks over at Tripadvisor have access to millions of reviews including from islands…

Trekking Holidays in the UK: 5 British Treks Not to be Missed

Best UK treks flickr cc image of Pennine Way by walkinguphills

There are some fairly spectacular and beautiful places in the world but there is something about the British Isles that has a unique appeal. Don’t worry, we’re not about to go all swivel-eyed patriotic on you. But these 5 British…

St Tropez Wakeboard and Watersports Holiday for Everyone

St Tropez wakeboard

With the warm, clear waters of the French Riviera, a St Tropez wakeboard and watersports holiday offers an amazing opportunity to combine action and adventure with some of the best and most exclusive nightlife in Europe. **Originally published in April…

Sardegna Kitesurfing Holidays: 9 Best Sardinia Kite Spots

Sardegna kitesurfing holidays nine best Sardinia kite spots Image courtesy of Kite Generation

The island of Sardinia is renowned for its beauty, and in kite circles for some of the best conditions in the Med. All of which make Sardegna kitesurfing holidays hugely appealing. But what are the best Sardinia kite spots? **Originally…

Guide to Cypriot kitesurfing holidays: Best Cyprus kite spots

Guide to Cypriot kitesurfing holidays Pixabay royalty free image from cyprus

With more than 650km of stunning Mediterranean coastline, Cypriot kitesurfing holidays offer excellent wind and water conditions year round. In fact, the best Cyprus kite spots can rival the top destinations in Europe. There are kite beaches dotted all around…

Wellness Adventures: The Rise of Health and Fitness Holidays

Be a better surfer through running and other cardio Flickr CC image by mikebaird

Wellness adventures and health and fitness holidays are defined by the Global Wellness Institute as getaways ‘made by tourists who seek to improve or maintain their well-being during or as a result of their trip’. And over the last few…

Wildlife walking holidays: 8 best trekking safaris worldwide

Ocelot in Pantanal, Brazil Types of Luxury Adventure Holiday: Can Five Star be Adventurous? Flickr CC image by Ana_Cotta

Wildlife walking holidays give you the opportunity to see some of nature’s greatest creatures up close and under your own steam. Want to hike somewhere impressive and see interesting flora and fauna? Then check out the best trekking safaris worldwide. Top 8…

Top 11 Italian activity holidays: Best adventures in Italy

Sardegna kitesurfing holidays 9 best Sardinia kite spots Image courtesy of Kite Generation

What are the best adventures in Italy? This is a country full of opportunity – brimming with culture and incredible landscapes. All of which means finding the best Italian activity holidays for you can be tricky. Luckily, we’re here to…

The Best Treks in Nepal: Top 10 Nepalese Trekking Routes

Hike the Himalaya: 11 tips for trekking in the Himalayas Wikimedia image by Steve Hicks

With one third of the Himalayas found within Nepal’s borders, including eight of the world’s fourteen tallest mountains, it’s little surprise that the best treks in Nepal are also some of the best in the world. So lets explore the…

7 of the best luxury adventures in South America

7 of the best luxury adventures in South America surfing in Mancora, peru Wikimedia CC image by Bruno Ahlgrimm

A continent of vast and vibrant rainforests, endless deserts that seem to drop off the edge of the world, and thousands of miles of unspoiled coastline. It’s little wonder that the best luxury adventures in South America are some of…

20 best kite spots in Europe: Kitesurfing European style

Best kite spots in Europe flickr image courtesy of Arianna cau

Kitesurfing European style is not some newfangled way of riding, it’s about experiencing the continent and enjoying some epic kitesurfing. But with 66,000 kilometres of coastline to explore, dotted with many great cities, what are the best kite spots in…

Top 11 UK tandem skydive locations: Best British skydiving destinations

UK tandem skydiving locations flickr image by Steve Montgomery

A tandem jump is the way most people get into the world of skydiving. Strapped to an instructor and fully briefed about the jump, you get to experience freefall for anything up to a minute at the top UK tandem…

11 best UK family adventures: British activity holidays with kids

11 best UK family adventures British activity holidays with kids flickr cc image of cornwall bodyboarding by david__jones

If you’re looking for the best UK family adventures, then you can find them in every corner of the country. From British activity holidays with kids in Scotland to exhilarating family fun in southern Cornwall. There are countless opportunities across…

7 of the best student adventure travel destinations worldwide

7 of the best student adventure travel destinations worldwide royalty free unsplash image by Z

You’re only young once, so you should always try and make the most of it. That’s why the below 7 best student adventure travel destinations worldwide are so special. Each offers you a unique combination of place and activity, allowing…

Top 10 windsurfing lakes in Europe: Best inland European windsurf spots

Windsurfing lakes in Europe flickr image by infomastern

When you compare it to the majesty of the ocean it’s easy to forget the unadulterated joy a windsurfing on a lake can bring you. So, we’ve decided to compile a list of the 10 best windsurfing lakes in Europe.…

Best Cancun adventures: Top 15 activities in Riviera Maya, Mexico

Kitesurfing and windsurfing one of the Best Cancun adventures Top 15 activities in Riviera Maya, Mexico public domain image from rawpixel.jpg(1)

The best Cancun adventures include a variety of activities in the air, on the water and on the ground. Combined with the natural beauty, lively town and enigmatic Mayan remains it makes Cancun a great holiday destination. So check out…

Best skiing in Switzerland: Top 11 Swiss ski resorts

flims laax falera snowpark in laax for best skiing in switzerland

The best skiing in Switzerland is up there with the top destinations worldwide. Swiss ski resorts offer everything from movie star glamour and superb off-piste, to top cruising terrain and excellent instruction. Throw in some stunning scenery, reliable snow conditions…

Top five spots for rock climbing holidays in Thailand

Top five spots for rock climbing holidays in Thailand flickr image by Maria Ly

From the limestone peninsulas of the south to the crags of its picturesque north, Thailand is home to some great rock climbing opportunities. Whether you’re a beginner or looking to learn lead climbing or deep water soloing skills, rock climbing…

Twenty of the best rock climbing holiday destinations worldwide

Mt Arapiles Australia one of the best rock climbing holiday destinations flickr image by Simon Li

Some climbing destinations offer once in a lifetime climbs. Others are known for their party scenes or stunning views. But we’ve decided to create an article of the 20 best rock climbing holiday destinations worldwide – for areas that tick all…