Destined to be a travel writer, Matthew grew up on his father's 52-foot sailboat during his teenage years, cruising around Southeast Asia and the Pacific. He has spent time in more than 65 countries and Antarctica, and he worked side by side for years with guidebook pioneer Arthur Frommer at his travel magazine. An avid kayaker, rock climber, hiker, snowboarder, and skin diver, Matthew is also interested in the meaningful, life-changing facets of personal journeys.
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Bryan Herb
The tragedy of September 11th gave Bryan the impetus he needed to start a truly fulfilling career. He wanted to do something that focused on his biggest passion in life (travel) and that would give him the opportunity to give back to the community. He quit his job and risked everything he had to start Zoom Vacations, an award-winning gay vacation and event company. Zoom Vacations has given him the opportunity to explore much of the world and to meet people from every corner of the planet.
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Multisport in Galapagos - Tortuga
The Tortuga is a fantastic and unique way to see the Galapagos Islands. Explore the wildlife & scenery from a comfortable hotel base.
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Mediterranean Island Hopping
Experience a fascinating contrast in cultures: Italian-influenced Sardinia and the rugged, French-flavored island of Corsica.
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Finding that home away from home shouldn't be a struggle—or a serious drain on your travel budget. From adventure lodges to hostels to homestays, here's how to find online hotel rooms for a steal.
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GORPTravel Trips
Dolomites Hut Hike - Self-Guided Distant Journeys $1775, 6-11 days
From soaring rock towers to grassy alpine meadows the Italian Dolomites offers some of the most dramatic, exciting and challenging hiking areas in the Alps.
Atlas Mountains Trek GAP Adventures $629, 8 days
Enjoy mountain treks offering magnificent views, encounters with Berber villagers and the opportunity to explore bustling Marrakech.
River Dance Lodge River Dance Lodge $159, 3 days
The River Dance Lodge, Idaho's Outdoor Adventure Resort, is a place that celebrates wild rivers, nature and adventure.
Photo credits: Vancouver, British Columbia: courtesy, Vancouver Tourism; Balboa Park, San Diego, California: JoAnn DiBona/courtesy, San Diego CVB; La Boca, Buenos Aires: Photodisc/Getty; Waikiki, Oahu: Gus Vanderelst/Photographer's Choice/Getty; Copenhagen, Denmark: Sisse Brimber/Cotton Coulson/Keenpress/National Geographic/Getty
