From llama tracking to climbing Denali, this is a good list by Richard Bangs, for those of you interested in some more challenging and physical vacation plans.

I’ve spent a career exploring and adventuring, and am always delighted to rediscover how varied and rich the adventure opportunities are in my own back yard. You don’t have to cross a border to find some of the best adventures in the world.

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