The artificial lake of Aoos lies approximately 20 km/12.4 mi north of Metsovo, on the east side of the Prefecture of Ioannina. It was constructed in 1987 and is considered a particularly important project for the region. Due to its amazing natural position, as it nestles among the Valia Calda and the Vikos-Aoos National Parks, the location enchants numerous visitors all year round, including sports enthusiasts. A favorite activity here is kayaking.
The starting point is on the east side of the lake and the tour lasts about 1:30 hours. As you row in the blue waters, you can admire the dense beech and black pine forests, beautiful rare plants, rare bird species such as kingfishers and black storks and if you are lucky enough you can see a bear or a wolf. Keep in mind that, the spot accommodates both the beginner and advanced kayaker.
All you need to bring is a towel and a second pair of running shoes, as everything else is provided by the local schools. Finally, after your kayaking experience, you should visit Metsovo, a major tourist destination, where you can stroll in the picturesque cobblestone paths, taste delicious traditional dishes and enjoy high quality accommodation options.
Zambezi River is the natural borderline between Zambia and Zimbabwe in the South part of Africa. Zambezi River is the ideal playground for white-water kayaking fans, among other water action sports.
Messinia is a stunning and remote corner in Southwestern Peloponnese region in Greece. It’s a place with well-preserved historical monuments, peaceful and hospitable residents and of course, the trademark of whole Greece, beautiful, clean, unspoiled beaches. Few places on earth are blessed with the beauty and riches of Messinia and nowhere else in Greece is the Mediterranean landscape so well presented.
Wenatchee is the largest city of Chelan County, located in North Central Washington and lies on the west side of the Columbia River. The city is also known as the Apple Capital of the world, due to the valley's many apple cultivations.
Diani Beach is located at 30 km/18 mi south of Mombasa town, 45 km/27 mi from Mombasa International Airport and 5 km/3 mi from the Ukunda airstrip. The beach stretches to about 25 km/15 mi with stunning coral reef and huge marine life. The pearly white sand blends into warm blue waters making it a perfect spot for beach holiday!!
Newquay is a seaside town in Cornwall of England. Located on the North Atlantic coast, it is known for its splendid coastline. Newquay's nine gifted beaches is the reason why it is characterized as the major English center for the surf industry. The conditions are perfectly suitable for water activities and people there seem to be really imaginative in finding new types of extreme water sports, far different from the traditional way. Surf Kayaking is one of them.
County Cork is situated in the South-West Region of Ireland and it is the largest of all Irish counties. The climate here, like the rest of Ireland, is classified as a maritime climate, usually with cool summers, mild winters and abundant rainfall. Cork enchants visitors with its beautiful landscapes, historic towns and magnificent coastline. In addition, it provides with a number of sporting and leisure activities to perform and remember forever.
Thessaloniki is located in northern Greece. It is the second largest city and a major economic, industrial, political and commercial center. The city is well known for its endless entertainment including abundant cultural festivals. Thessaloniki has been ranked as one of the best tourist destinations worldwide.
Preparing to launch the 5th edition of the offroad Serres Rally 2015, this event is the biggest and most challenging rally raid ever held in Greece and is organized by the Off Road Team and the Auto Moto Club of Serres.
Vigla is one of the biggest ski center in Greece. It's located on the Verno mountain, at 3 mi/5 km from Pisoderi, a small village, in Greece. Its altitude is up to 6361 ft/1939 m while its vertical drop falls down to 1377 ft/420 m. The view of Prespa Lake is one of the must sightseeing visit of the ski center.
Chalkidiki is an enchanting peninsula that is situated in the south east of Thessaloniki, the second-largest city in Greece. The area is a great combination of lush vegetation, stunning depths of the sea along with sandy or rocky beaches, romantic bays and interesting archaeological sites.
Let's travel through forests with dark green coniferous trees, where you can admire the immortal beauty of the oak and be charmed by the acid. Where fresh air makes you younger and ready for new explorations. The snow road of the mammoth task is waiting for you. It's not the new movie of Stephen King, but the ski center of Vasilitsa. It is one of the best ski resorts in Greece, in the middle of Pindos Mountains.
In the regional unit of Imathia, you wil find Kato Seli or Kato Vermio, in an altitude of 1450 m / 4756 ft. It's one of the highest villages in Greece. On the border of this beautiful village, the ski center of Seli is being spotted. It's the first organized ski center in Greece and it has begun operating since 1934. In the same year, the first Panhellenic race of skiing were held in Seli.
Some of you like the sun, the beach and as a summer lover, you prefer putting on less clothes. Some others like the mystery that's hidden underneath your clothes. Well, it's not about Shakira, but for you all snowboarders that live for the moment of being up and high and then down again.
Mount Olympus is the highest mountain in Greece, known worldwide for its mythological importance, as according to the religion of the ancient Greeks, the 12 "Olympian" gods lived there. Located in Pieria region, on the borders of Macedonia and Thessaly, this incredible mountainous massif has a number of peaks with the highest of all, called Mytikas, reaching a top elevation of 9573 ft / 2918 m and is surrounded by deep gorges and areas of outstanding biodiversity.
